I’m Itamar Gil

Introduction

I believe in people - in their depth, humanity, motivation and drive, coupled with a strong faith in the power of business to create value through focused efforts and product nurturing. I bridge the gap between good intention and excellent productive execution by leading people towards a shared goal, asking the right questions, and reaching wins.

Career Phases

My military experience was a challenging one; I felt like no one is listening to me, and it was painful. I took it personally and decided I will be a better leader. I later embarked on my career, initially as a software developer and then as a software engineer and product manager at my own companies. I have grown from completing my own tasks, to creating tasks for others; from 9-5 blind execution, to 24 hour mindful ownership.

Leadership

I lead teams as they work hard towards a shared mission - from inception to completion. I provide support in planning, execution, and reflection, and actively contribute to the developmemnt of roadmaps and the refinement of goals, empowering cross-functional teams to thrive and accomplish their objectives.

Culture

I nurture culture that encourages doubt, candid feedback, team work, genuine friendships, and celebration. I believe that once individuals are happy with their life and work, they are more productive, honest, and motivated.

Focus

My primary focus lies in the success of the business, recognizing that its prosperity is fundamental to the livelihood of my team. Just like the human body relies on the strength of its organs, I ensure the organization functions cohesively, feeding its various parts and securing a robust future for all involved.

Experience

Over the years, I've accumulated a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience across various technical and business roles. My expertise spans software development, product management, and tech operations. In my most recent venture, I served as the product manager for a social app startup that I co-founded, dedicating 2.5 years to its success. In this role, I led a dynamic team of engineers and designers in crafting a distinctive marketplace that seamlessly integrated social features to meet users' needs. From conducting user research to designing key features, building roadmaps, managing sprints, and even diving into code development, I navigated the intricacies of both product management and the day-to-day operations of the company.