Fueling Florida's Economy With
Proven Israeli Innovation.
FIBA is a non-profit economic development engine, powered by public and private sector grants, that provides Florida businesses with unparalleled access to the world's most disruptive technologies. FIBA's mission is to bring deep technology and life-changing Israeli innovation directly to Florida. We strategically connect pre-vetted Israeli companies with Florida industry partners and capital, driving economic growth and solving critical statewide challenges. We turn global innovation into local economic opportunity.
Artificial Intelligence
Autonomous Systems
Cyber Security
Artificial Intelligence
Autonomous Systems
Cyber Security
LOCAL ECONOMIC IMPACT.
Over 120 high-potential Israeli tech companies have been scouted, vetted, and supported by FIBA since 2017.
Half (50%) of FIBA-supported companies have successfully established a physical presence in Florida.
FIBA portfolio companies have raised a combined $1.635 BILLION in direct investments, signaling global confidence in the Israeli market.
Created over 875 direct, high-skilled, high-wage jobs across key sectors in Florida.
11 FIBA companies have achieved high-value exits (acquired or publicly traded), demonstrating market validation and ROI.
PORTFOLIO.
Our portfolio companies don't just solve business problems; they are fundamentally changing the world: from protecting astronauts for deep space exploration and equipping first responders and special operations teams, to securing critical infrastructure from malicious cyber threats and developing technology to address medical conditions like cancer and stroke. By anchoring this innovation in Florida, FIBA drives local economic growth while deploying technologies that have a measurable, positive impact on communities and industries worldwide.
OUR EVENTS.
FIBA’s events are designed to foster genuine connection between local leadership and global expertise. Review our calendar for a look at past forums and register for upcoming discussions where Florida's local industry giants and Israeli tech pioneers explore specific, high-impact topics. From deep dives into the latest cyber landscape evolutions to practical applications of AI in hospitality, our events are your direct path to collaboration and strategic growth.
NEWS.
Track the momentum. Explore a curated list of media coverage, press releases, and announcements, including articles on successful company acquisitions, major investment rounds, and the grand opening of new Florida headquarters of Israeli companies. See how our strategic partnerships and events are generating headlines and actively shaping the future of technology and commerce in the Sunshine State.
Faireez now offers people for housekeeping as it collects data to train robots
Omer Agiv sees a time coming soon when humanoid robots can do our housework, from washing dishes to folding laundry. His company, Faireez, now is placing sensors on humans hired for those chores to help train robots to perform those tasks in the 2030s and beyond. The serial entrepreneur from Israel leads the housekeeping venture…
Beyond the Pavement: How Israel’s EZ Raider Is Going Where Others Can’t
Imagine suffering a medical emergency on a crowded beach, deep inside a forest preserve or halfway up a mountain trail. Every minute matters — but an ambulance can’t always get there. That is one of the challenges EZ Raider, an Israeli company headquartered in Kfar Saba, Israel, (with U.S. offices in Florida) set out to…
Radiation-shielding vest aced Artemis I lunar test, could protect astronauts on moon and Mars missions
When the scientists analyzed past solar particle events, they found the AstroRad vest would have significantly reduced the dose of radiation a person during those outbursts — for instance, by nearly 60% for a solar particle event that happened in August 1972. Such a reduction could spare astronauts the equivalent of up to 193 days…
OUR SPONSORS.
FIBA's mission to drive innovation and economic growth is made possible by the unwavering support and strategic partnership of our valued sponsors.
