​About Me
I have a PhD in plant sciences and over 15 years of experience as a technology & Innovation leader in the Agro/Food/Climate-tech ecosystems. During my career, I have led complex technology initiatives from research to product, aligned technical roadmaps with business goals, and collaborated with diverse stakeholders, R&D teams, business partners, and external collaborators.
I bring a proven track record as a technology leader at startup companies (X4), in funding (>USD 10M), and in global business development (US, EU, and India).
The value proposition
Small companies often struggle to manage their R&D missions due to limited budget and the high cost of in-house experts.
The solution is a freelance concept of R&D support:
You get over 15 years of experience,
As part of your team, off payroll, at a fraction of the cost
​Areas of expertise:​
Agro/Food/climate-tech ecosystems
Plant biotechnology and genetics
R&D Management and product development
Funding strategy, dilutive and non-dilutive
How can I help?
Plant biotechnology
Expertise in CRISPR-based editing, tissue culture, cellular agriculture, genetics & breeding, metabolic engineering, bioinformatics
Project management
Assisting your development efforts by leading your R&D team, providing years of experience at a fraction of the costs
Funding strategy
Building a winning funding strategy, including dilutive and non-dilutive sources, for sustainable growth and success.
Global growth
Supporting global relationships and growth, by building partnerships through my network across the USA, EU, and India.
Partners and Customers
Testimonials
"Dr. Noam Chehanovsky provided Business and Product Development services and was very successful in his activities. He proved to be a great team member, working and supporting all the management team's activities."​
Yoav Etgar, CEO of BugEra
"Dr. Noam Chehanovsky worked with me as Chief Scientist and Head of the Investment Committee at Nature-Growth Incubator. Noam's contribution was crucial to our activity. Beyond his roles, Dr. Chehanovsky is a person of high integrity, dedication, and excellent communication skills."​
Oren Heiman, CEO of Nature-Growth Incubator
"Dr. Noam Chehanovsky is a top-tier professional who combines deep scientific knowledge with exceptional management skills. He navigates complex processes with impressive composure and professionalism, always steering systems toward their goals. I am certain he will bring significant value to any organization he joins."​
David Gabbay, CEO of the West Negev Technology Center
