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Michael Benezra: A Visionary at the Intersection of Innovation and Impact

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In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, leaders who can bridge the gap between technology, policy, and global collaboration are rare. Michael Benezra , Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner of Erez Capital, is one of those rare figures. His journey demonstrates how vision, resilience, and a commitment to inclusivity can reshape industries and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs. Early Career and Public Service Before founding Erez Capital, Benezra built his career at the intersection of governance and innovation. He served as Legislative Director for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, where he gained firsthand experience in policymaking and leadership. Later, as Research Director at Harvard Law School, he honed the skills needed to evaluate complex issues with both intellectual depth and practical solutions. These early roles not only shaped his ability to lead but also laid the foundation for his approach to venture capital: understanding systems, identifying...

Michael Benezra: Building a Global Venture Capital Legacy

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The story of Michael R. Benezra is one of resilience, foresight, and a commitment to both innovation and inclusivity. As the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner of Erez Capital, a Boston-based venture capital firm, Benezra has carved a niche in the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence, where the boundaries between technology, finance, healthcare, and real estate are constantly shifting. His journey illustrates how one individual can bridge worlds—government, academia, and private capital—while keeping a firm eye on the future of global innovation. From Public Service to Private Investment Benezra’s early career reflects his ability to operate in complex and high-stakes environments. Between 2017 and 2020, he served as Consul for Economic Affairs and Innovation to the U.S. Northeast for the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In that role, he worked with more than 200 Israeli-founded startups, helping them establish meaningful connections in the United States. His...