Meet The Team
shon Dana
CEO, Ignite the Spark
Shon leads Ignite the Spark, utilizing his background as a power energy systems engineer with entrepreneurship vision for building the next generation of ventures & innovators. Shon is a people and projects person, driven to foster the growth of the Israeli Energy Tech Innovation Ecosystem. He holds a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering with a major in Power & Energy Systems from Afeka College.
Eshel Lipman
Co-Founder, Chairman
Hard to say anything but a pure energy geek and utility advocate. Ok, not really a big fan of the utilities, but of their challenges. Duct tape between entrepreneurs, backers and other interesting people. Host of Energy on Air podcast, and a co-founder of Ignite. Eshel holds a B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Ben Gurion University
Cody Norton
Co-Founder, Head of Ignite International
Cody Norton has had a passion for the Israeli Energy Tech Ecosystem since he moved to Israel in August 2018 and co-founding Ignite the Spark in 2019. Cody looks to grow the community internationally and represent the strength of the ecosystem to a global audience by hosting and MCing ITS events, speaking with delegations from around the world, and networking. Cody is originally from Los Angeles and studied at Indiana University Kelley School of Business receiving degrees in Economics and Business Entrepreneurship with a focus on small business innovation.
Roni Elhalal Givon
Founder and Director of Women in Energy
Environmental engineer graduated from the Technion. MA in Energy Management from Haifa University (with honors) and MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from the Technion. In-depth acquaintance with the energy ecosystem in Israel.
ohad schindler
Head of Ignite Academia
"As a civil and environmental engineering graduate from the Technion, I am passionate about pioneering renewable energy solutions and advancing climate technology. With a strong foundation in environmental innovation, I strive to bridge academic knowledge with practical applications, driving meaningful progress toward a more sustainable future."
Liya Tsipenyuk
Research Analyst
MA in Economics of Energy Resources with expertise in data analysis and research. A firm believer that no information is impossible to find – if you can't find it, you're either looking in the wrong place or for the wrong thing. Combines analytical precision with programming skills to drive sustainable initiatives through data-driven solutions.
Netta katz
Project & Program Manager
B.Sc. in Neuroscience from T.A. University with a passion for energy and its role in shaping a sustainable future. Combines analytical thinking with people-centered leadership, driven by a strong belief in the power of people, community initiatives, and volunteering to create meaningful impact.
