Koby Ben Zvi
About Koby Ben Zvi
Koby Ben Zvi is the President of Placer.io and has over 40 years of experience in executive management and business development. He previously held leadership roles at companies such as Salesforce.com, BlueTail, and Elron Software.
Current Role at Placer.io
Koby Ben Zvi serves as President at Placer.io, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's strategic initiatives and operations. His leadership contributes to the company's growth and development in the competitive landscape of location analytics.
Previous Experience at Salesforce.com
Koby Ben Zvi has held multiple roles at Salesforce.com. From 2012 to 2014, he served as Vice President of Product Strategy for Data.com, based in Tel-Aviv, Israel. He currently holds the position of Senior Vice President and Managing Director for Salesforce Israel, a role he has maintained since 2014, contributing to the company's expansion in the region.
Background in Software Companies
Before his tenure at Salesforce.com, Koby Ben Zvi co-founded BlueTail, where he served as Chairman of the Board and CEO. His leadership at BlueTail led to its acquisition by Salesforce.com. He also held significant positions at Sterling Software, including President of the Software Labs Division and the Storage Management Division, where he played a key role in the acquisition of Tefen Labs.
Education and Expertise
Koby Ben Zvi earned his PhD in Computer Science from UCLA, where he studied from 1980 to 1983. His educational background, combined with over 40 years of experience in executive management and business development, equips him with the knowledge and skills to lead organizations effectively in both public and private sectors across the USA and Israel.
Achievements in Leadership
Throughout his career, Koby Ben Zvi has demonstrated a strong ability to lead companies to successful exits. His contributions to BlueTail and Tefen Labs are notable examples of his impact in the software industry. His extensive experience in managing and developing business operations on a global scale further underscores his leadership capabilities.