Idan Tendler — Email, Phone & Partners

Overview

Idan Tendler is an Israeli entrepreneur and angel investor specializing in early-stage technology companies. He co-founded Bridgecrew, a developer-first cloud DevSecOps platform, in 2019. The company was acquired by Palo Alto Networks in 2021, where Tendler now serves as Vice President of Code & Application Security. Prior to Bridgecrew, he co-founded Fortscale, a cybersecurity company acquired by RSA Security in 2018. Tendler has also served in the Israeli Defense Forces' elite Intelligence & Cyber Unit, 8200, and founded the Cyber Security Business Unit at Elbit, Israel's leading defense integrator. As an angel investor, he has supported several startups, including Wing Cloud, Permit.io, Amplication, and Redefine. He is also a member of the Forbes Technology Council. Tendler's investment focus includes early-stage technology companies in sectors such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, software development, and DevOps. His strategy emphasizes supporting innovative solutions that address critical challenges in these industries. He is particularly interested in companies that offer developer-centric security tools and platforms, reflecting his background in DevSecOps and cloud security. Tendler's investment philosophy centers on empowering entrepreneurs with the resources and guidance needed to scale their ventures effectively. He seeks to collaborate with founders who are passionate about their products and committed to solving real-world problems. His track record includes successful exits, such as the acquisition of Fortscale by RSA Security and Bridgecrew by Palo Alto Networks, demonstrating his ability to identify and support high-potential startups. Tendler's approach combines his technical expertise with a deep understanding of market needs, enabling him to make informed investment decisions that drive growth and innovation in the technology sector.

Investment Focus

Innovative technology solutions
Strong founding team
Scalable business model
Clear market demand
Potential for significant impact

Portfolio Companies

Permit.ioRedefineWing CloudAmplication

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What sectors does Idan Tendler invest in?

Idan Tendler invests in Technology, FinTech, SaaS, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Machine Learning, and is based in California, United States. Idan Tendler is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.