Dr. Maria Blekher
About Dr. Maria Blekher
I’m NYC based behavioral scientist turned startup growth strategist and investor with extensive experience in go-to-market strategy and a deep understanding of consumer behavior. I work with investors and founders of early stage Israeli startups to accelerate growth in North America using tailored strategy, research, and business development solutions, so they can secure strategic partnerships, customers and next round of funding. Working at the intersection of the startup economy and academia, I help emergent businesses validate and accelerate into market. As the founding director of YU Innovation Lab, I lead organization's strategy and value creation, while fostering strategic partnerships with the key players in the Israeli and US tech ecosystems. Specialties: Seed Investment, Go to Market strategies, Marketing and Consumer Behavior, Business Development, Behavioral Science, Entrepreneurship and Eco System Building, Program and Project Development, Strategic Planning & Execution, Industry Relations, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development * All opinions on this page are my own, and do not represent the official stance of any organizations I may work with or represent.