About
RISE IL (formerly SNPI) is an independent nonprofit think tank dedicated to fostering a competitive, sustainable, and innovation-driven economy in Israel. With a vision of positioning Israel as a model nation where innovation powers economic prosperity and societal impact, RISE IL develops and advocates for effective policies to address the country’s complex local and global challenges. Its work is centered on three key areas: strengthening Israel’s high-tech ecosystem to enhance economic resilience, expanding access to innovation across diverse populations and regions, and leveraging AI technologies to improve the quality of life for all Israelis.
Challenge
To support its research and advocacy, RISE IL relies on public web data for in-depth analysis and reporting. Through a collaboration with The Bright Initiative, it collects LinkedIn and Crunchbase datasets, which provide crucial insights into the Israeli workforce and ecosystem. This partnership has enabled RISE IL to enhance the impact of its policy recommendations through the production and wide distribution of four comprehensive and data-driven reports.
Impact
Among RISE IL’s most notable studies is ‘In-Depth Analysis of Layoffs in the Israeli High-Tech Sector‘, which examines critical issues such as who faces the greatest risk of job loss, how long it takes for individuals to find new employment, and where displaced workers transition next. Its research also explores Israel’s artificial intelligence landscape, the decline in new Israeli startups, and the overall state of the high-tech industry. As a pivotal force in Israel’s innovation ecosystem, RISE IL’s work is widely recognized for its significant contributions to policy development and its role in shaping the future of the Israeli economy.
