Josh Israels
About Josh Israels
Josh Israels serves as the VP of Strategic Accounts at Harvey, where he focuses on strategic account management and the implementation of AI solutions for professional services. He has a diverse background, including leadership roles at PwC, Salesforce, and FAWN, and holds degrees in Economics and an MBA.
Work at Harvey
Josh Israels serves as the Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Harvey, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on strategic account management, particularly in the professional services sector. His work involves collaboration with leading law firms and professional service providers to implement AI solutions. His tenure at Harvey marks a significant step in his career, leveraging his extensive background in business development and strategy.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Josh Israels held various positions that contributed to his expertise in strategic account management. He worked at Diamond Management & Technology Consultants as a Manager from 2005 to 2010. After that, he served as Director at PwC from 2010 to 2014. He then transitioned to Salesforce, where he was Senior Director of Business Development & Strategy from 2018 to 2024. Additionally, he founded and led FAWN as CEO from 2014 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Josh Israels earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. His academic background, combined with his professional experience, has equipped him with a strong foundation in strategic management and business development, particularly in leveraging generative AI technologies.
Professional Background
Josh Israels has a diverse professional background that spans multiple sectors. He began his career with a product strategy and design internship at American Express in 2004. His subsequent roles at Diamond Management & Technology Consultants, PwC, and Salesforce have provided him with extensive experience in strategic account management and business development. His work has been supported by notable investors, including Elad Gil, Kleiner Perkins, OpenAI Startup Fund, and Sequoia.