David Hoze

Engineer by training and tech enthusiast, David Hoze has accumulated over twenty-five years of experience at the intersection of consulting and innovation. As a successful entrepreneur, he founded a cybersecurity consulting firm that brings together nearly 150 experts, supporting the growth of companies across four continents. Having held strategic positions as Cyber Director and Board Member at LinkByNet by Accenture, he now furthers his commitment to Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, where he serves as President of BGU France and actively promotes the outreach of higher education and scientific research.

His career integrates academic excellence (Stanford Research Institute, Technion Israel Institute of Technology), cybersecurity expertise, and strong involvement in university governance and alumni networks, notably on the board of Telecom Paris. As a connector, David catalyzes innovation and knowledge transfer by supporting community initiatives that foster leadership, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy. His engagement reflects a deep conviction: science and technology should serve the common good through university cooperation and active involvement in society.