Interwoven Ventures: Early-Stage ROBO Global Spin-Off VC Firm Debuts

By Amit Chowdhry • Nov 11, 2024

Interwoven Ventures – an early-stage venture capital firm investing in technologies across robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) to transform industries, including manufacturing, logistics, transportation, and healthcare – announced the appointment of Dr. Erez Agmoni as co-founder and General Partner.

As a globally recognized leader in technological innovation, Agmoni brings vast expertise in AI, robotics, and digital transformation and will help propel Interwoven’s mission of empowering early-stage companies to innovate and excel.

Interwoven Ventures, which spun out from ROBO Global, continues the legacy established by partners Lisa Chai, Clay Shepherd, Dr. Henrik Christensen, and Richard Lightbound.

By adding Agmoni, Interwoven strengthens its ability to utilize investment insight and technical expertise to identify and support companies developing advanced technologies to drive innovation and transform traditional industries. And technology startups mentored by Interwoven are harnessing the power of AI and robotics to achieve new levels of sustainable growth and efficiency across sectors like food and agriculture, healthcare, construction and industrial manufacturing.

Dr. Agmoni’s career spans over 25 years of operational leadership, distinguished by roles that have championed data-driven solutions, advanced AI applications, and the strategic integration of robotics to optimize complex networks. While at Maersk, he was instrumental in spearheading digital and automation innovations, enhancing transparency, and improving efficiency across the global supply chain ecosystem. His work established benchmarks in leveraging technology to drive operational agility and sustainability.

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“Erez is a visionary leader with the rare combination of deep technological knowledge, practical operational expertise, and a collaborative spirit. At ROBO Global, we saw firsthand the transformative potential of AI and robotics. With Erez joining us, Interwoven is uniquely positioned to guide disruptive startups in navigating challenges and scaling solutions that can reshape industries.”

  • Lisa Chai, co-founder and General Partner of Interwoven Ventures

“I am thrilled to join Interwoven Ventures and contribute to its pioneering work in fostering innovation at the intersection of AI and robotics. Throughout my career, I’ve been driven by a passion for developing smarter, more sustainable solutions to industry challenges. I am eager to collaborate with founders and entrepreneurs who are redefining the future of business with groundbreaking technologies.”

  • Erez Agmoni