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Ori Yankelev

Ori Yankelev


Partner, Platform CRO


New York, New York, United States

Professional Overview
Ori Yankelev is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience driving growth and revenue generation for technology startups and venture-backed companies. As a Partner at Team8, he leverages his deep expertise in customer success, sales, and go-to-market strategy to help early-stage companies scale and achieve sustainable success.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As a Partner at Team8, Ori is responsible for leading the firm's Platform CRO practice, where he works closely with portfolio companies to develop and execute revenue-generating strategies. He collaborates with founders to optimize their sales processes, strengthen customer relationships, and drive measurable business impact. Ori's contributions have been instrumental in the growth and success of multiple Team8 portfolio companies.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Team8, Ori held leadership roles at several technology companies, including serving as the Chief Business Officer and Chief Revenue Officer at his own startup. He also gained valuable experience as a Vice President of Sales at OwnBackup, where he helped the company scale its customer base and revenue. Earlier in his career, Ori was an Associate and Analyst at OpenView Venture Partners, where he honed his expertise in venture capital and startup advisory.

Academic Background
Ori holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he graduated with distinction.

Areas of Expertise
  • Customer success and retention

  • Sales strategy and execution

  • Go-to-market planning and implementation

  • Revenue operations and optimization

  • Venture capital and startup advisory


Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Ori has been instrumental in driving the growth and success of numerous technology companies. As the CRO at his own startup, he led the company to a successful acquisition. At OwnBackup, he played a pivotal role in expanding the customer base and revenue, contributing to the company's rapid growth. At Team8, Ori's strategic guidance and operational expertise have been invaluable in helping portfolio companies scale their businesses and achieve their goals.

Conclusion
With his diverse background and proven track record, Ori Yankelev is a seasoned business leader who is committed to helping early-stage companies unlock their full potential. As a Partner at Team8, he continues to make a significant impact on the startup ecosystem, driving innovation and supporting the growth of promising technology ventures.