The Coller Institute of Venture aims to be pre-eminent in combining practice with theory in the fields of venture, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

The core activities of the Institute are to sponsor research, education, and outreach programs that are impactful on a global scale. Among our aims is that the best practices we articulate help to more reliably scale new entrepreneurial ventures into mature operating companies.

The Coller Institute of Venture, as part of the larger Coller Venture Ecosystem, comprises three core pillars: the Coller Startup Competition, Ignite by Coller Student Entrepreneurship Club, and the Founder's Café initiative.

The Coller Startup Competition

Get your first investment with us! Since 2017, the Coller Startup Competition has been the premier platform for Tel Aviv University students and alumni to launch ambitious, high-potential startups.

Our goal is simple: to encourage entrepreneurial venturing and turn great ideas into successful companies.

The Competition offers much more than just a prize; it provides a comprehensive launchpad for your long-term success.

Win a $100,000 SAFE Investment
The grand winner in each competition track will secure a $100,000 SAFE investment. Winners are chosen by a prestigious cross-section of the startup community, including VCs, Angel Investors, Academics, and top Entrepreneurs.

A Proven Positive Signal
Our alumni have gone on to raise dozens of millions in follow-up investments. Participating is a powerful signal of credibility and future growth to the investment community.

Maximize Your Potential
Professional Mentoring: Go through a rigorous mentoring and enhancement process designed to boost your startup's strategy, not just for the competition but for the long run.

Expert Feedback
Receive direct, valuable feedback on your venture from seasoned investors and innovation experts.

Invaluable Exposure
Gain significant exposure at the final event by presenting your venture directly to investors and VCs who specifically attend to scout finalists. Regardless of winning, this is your chance to get noticed, gain a professional network, and drastically improve your business idea.

Ignite by Coller Student Entrepreneurship Club

Ignite by Coller is a dynamic entrepreneurial community designed for Tel Aviv University students and alumni who want to explore, develop, and launch their ideas.

The student-ran club provides the hands-on support and environment you need to discover the entrepreneur within you. This is where you can step outside your comfort zone and find all the resources necessary to develop and learn.

Each year, the club creates free events (meetups), workshops, and other activities for its growing community, partnering with top industry leaders, speakers and organizations.

The club is supported by Carol and Alan Silberstein, Discount Tech (by Discount Bank), and Herzog Fox and Neeman law office

Founders Café

An exclusive consulting service for TAU community members interested in developing a startup.

Stop Wondering, Start Doing: Entrepreneurship is a challenging lifestyle that demands a diverse, on-the-go knowledge set - from identifying a "good idea" to managing daily operations, crafting marketing strategies, and navigating legal, technical, and financial hurdles.

The Coller Institute of Venture has extensive experience in advising, connecting, and accompanying hundreds of entrepreneurs throughout their journey. We offer expert guidance at every stage - from the pre-idea phase to developing an early-stage product and scaling ongoing growth.

Each year, dozens of students consult with us on their first steps into venturing, over coffee.