Tzvika Barkai

Tzvika Barkai is the Co-Founder and CEO of Picodya, leading the development of an innovative xPOCT, IVD hybrid solution designed for rapid, lab-comparable diagnostics. Tzvika also serves as a Board Member for ARTSYS360, contributing to the security of critical compounds through advanced radar technology, and as a Member of the Board of Directors at Netafim, a leader in precision agriculture aimed at addressing food and water scarcity. Previous roles include Chairman of the Board of Finance & Businesses at Kibbutz Hatzerim, VP of Service SCM & Logistics at Orbotech, and Managing Director at Extra-Plastic, among others. Tzvika holds an MBA in Global Strategy and a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, along with a corporate directors course certification from the Israeli Management Center.