Investing early in technologies and people
transforming mental and neuro health.
ֿֿWe back bold founders building breakthrough technologies that are reshaping the future of mental and neuro health, while generating attractive returns for our investors.
We Don’t Bet on Trends. We Invest Ahead.
Mental and neuro health aren’t side problems. They’re the foundation of health, longevity, and well-being. And right now, that foundation is cracked.
- Brain disorders account for 15% of the global disease burden
- Mental and neuro health costs projected to reach $6T annually by 2030
- Over 3.4 billion people are affected by mental and neurological conditions
This is a complex, growing crisis, one that demands more than medication. It calls for a new approach. New tools. New thinking.
The next leap in human progress will begin by solving the challenges within our human operating system: mental, neuro, and behavioral health.
This is the beginning of a multi-decade transformation, not just in healthcare, but in how we live, connect, and experience life.
At Serendipity Impact VC, we back what it takes to get there.
Hands-On. High-Trust. Mitigating Risks.
Built to Outperform.
We help founders to turn breakthrough science into scalable, market-ready solutions for the hardest problems in mental and neuro health.
Invest Early
We join at the pre-seed and seed stages, where our involvement makes the greatest impact.
We’ve founded, scaled, and sold companies. We bring the know-how, a blend of experience, network, and expertise, to help our portfolio companies lay the foundation for long-term success.
Roll Up Our Sleeves
We’re co-pilots, not “write a check and wait” capital. From product roadmap and go-to-market to landing first customers, we work closely with founders to co-develop strategies and mitigate risks.
We build a network of clinicians, regulatory experts, market leaders, and we stay involved.
We mentor. We problem-solve. We celebrate wins together.
It’s unconventional, and it works. Previous fund returned 4.3x in two years.
Focus on Mental and Neuro
We invest exclusively in technological solutions for mental and neuro health. That’s it. This is a space we’re built to lead, and we’ve done it before.
We understand the markets, the regulatory landscape, the unmet needs, and the science. That's our edge and our founders leverage.
Israeli Origins, US Market
Our deal flow is proprietary, built on decades of deep trusted relationships across the Israeli innovation ecosystem.
We’re rooted in the U.S. market, with access to the networks, partners, and opportunities that matter. Where others advise from the sidelines, we guide founders through the noise, across oceans, and into the rooms that count.
We’re Co-Pilots to Founders Building What’s Next.
We work alongside founders to build scalable solutions reshaping the future of mental and neuro health.
Avi Yaron
Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Israel
Neurotech pioneer, visionary investor, and serial entrepreneur with 30+ years of experience building, scaling, and exiting transformative HealthTech ventures.
Founder & CEO of Visionsense, a 3D surgical visualization company born from Avi’s personal battle with a life-threatening brain tumor.He invented the core technology, managed and scaled globally, revolutionizing minimally invasive neurosurgery. The company was acquired by Medtronic (NYSE: MDT) for $75M.
Co-founder & Managing Partner at HealthYA Ventures, a $50M early-stage HealthTech fund. Delivered a 4.3x return in just 2 years by applying deep domain expertise, disciplined operations, and a proprietary risk-mitigation framework.
Previously CEO of Joy Ventures, a $50M NeuroWellness VC fund. Former Lieutenant in Israel’s elite Unit 8200. TEDx speaker and member of the 8400 Health Network and IEF.
Education:
B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Tel Aviv University
MSM, Executive Management Program, Questrom School of Business, Boston University
Dr. Maria Blekher
Co-Founder and Managing Partner, NYC
Behavioral scientist, venture strategist, and entrepreneur with 15+ years of experience in U.S. go-to-market strategy and early-stage growth, with a focus on mental health innovation.
Founding Director of the YU Innovation Lab, a borderless NYC-based launchpad for early-stage Israeli and U.S. startups. Pioneered an academy-as-platform model that integrated academic infrastructure with private-sector partnerships and hands-on founder support to accelerate U.S. market entry.
Strategic advisor to mental health ventures including the MyWhat/If Foundation and MindGuard, and advisory board member at 97212 Ventures. A dedicated mentor to early-stage founders and longtime advocate for women in tech, Maria is a key connector in the Israeli–U.S. innovation ecosystem.
A recognized thought leader in mental health tech, she speaks regularly on the intersection of technology and the human experience, translating science into market-ready solutions for neuro and mental health challenges.
Ph.D. and MBA in Marketing and Consumer Behavior, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
Former Visiting Scholar, NYU Stern School of Business
Joe Rollero
Growth Advisor, NYC
Commercial strategist and startup operator with 25+ years of experience scaling surgical technologies and navigating global healthcare markets.
Former commercial lead at Visionsense, where he helped drive global sales and go-to-market strategy from early-stage concept through its $75M acquisition by Medtronic. Post-acquisition, he led integration and international expansion of the company’s surgical visualization platform.
Founding Partner at Med-Connect360, advising high-growth medtech startups in robotics, MIS, and AI-powered surgical innovation. Previously held senior leadership roles at Johnson & Johnson, where he launched and scaled $100M+ surgical businesses and introduced new product lines in minimally invasive cardiac surgery.
Holds multiple patents in surgical technology. Focused on turning clinical innovation into commercial success.
B.S. in Business, Jacksonville University
Executive Education, Columbia Business School and UCLA Anderson
Amit Tobolsky
Investor Relations Director, SF
Marketing strategist and brand builder with a strong foundation in digital strategy, content development, and founder support across early-stage innovation and social impact sectors.
Founder & CEO of TOBO.CREATIVE, where he advises startups and growth-stage companies on brand positioning, integrated marketing campaigns, and go-to-market planning. Works directly with executive teams to uncover market opportunities through creative and data-driven strategy.
Previously led marketing strategy initiatives at the YU Innovation Lab, supporting over 70 international startups. Designed specialized programs and content strategies to drive audience engagement and expand U.S. market visibility.
Member of Grammy U at The Recording Academy, where he launched the first university chapter focused on emerging music industry talent through creative collaboration and community leadership.
B.S. in Digital Marketing & Strategy, magna cum laude, Sy Syms School of Business, Yeshiva University
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transforming neuro and mental health. Whether you’re looking to invest, collaborate, or simply learn more,
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