Tech trailblazers honoured at Jewish News business reception
Bright young stars of the digital world gather at Lab House to recognise those making an industry impact
Trailblazers from the tech and digital Jewish world came together at Labs House in London on Monday to celebrate the Jewish News’ Digital and Tech Young Business List. Created in partnership with LabTech, the list showcased ‘50 under 40’ of the community’s top talents making an impact in the tech and digital world.
Some of the most exciting Jewish entrepreneurs, innovators and leaders in technology — from AI and health tech to climate solutions, digital media and tech for good – turned out in force.
Among them was Sam Fromson, the co-founder of YuLife, who featured in the list’s Top Ten.
Alongside serving as the community Rabbi of Golders Green United Synagogue, Sam has grown YuLife into one of the UK’s most successful insurtech companies. The company serves over a thousand businesses, including Capital One, Co-op, Land Rover and Tesco, manages hundreds of thousands of policies, and has earned multiple awards for its innovation and outstanding customer experience.
Sam reflected on the origins of Jewish entrepreneurship. He said: “There are so many Jewish entrepreneurs who have achieved remarkable success, and it raises the question of where that quality and drive come from.
“This evening marks five years since the passing of Rabbi Sacks, who often reminded us that Abraham was the first entrepreneur. He had the vision to see the world through new eyes, the courage to stand for what he believed, and the strength to reshape the world around him even when everyone else thought differently. The Midrash says Abraham stood on one side of the river while the whole world stood on the other. That’s the essence of entrepreneurship: believing in an idea and having the will to bring it to life. In doing so, we honour the spiritual legacy of Avraham, the father of our faith.”
One of the judges, Andrew Showman, the CTO and co-founder of The Beauty Tech Group, said: “It was great to be involved in judging the Digital & Tech list and to see the Jewish News shine a light on so much talent in the community. Last night’s event was full of energy – and Sam Fromson’s talk was a real highlight.”
Fellow judge Danny Kessler, chair of UK Israel Business (UKIB) and Sharegain, said: “It was a true honour to serve alongside such an accomplished panel in celebrating the exceptional innovators driving not only the UK–Israel tech and digital landscape but inspiring progress globally. Warm congratulations to those recognised in the Jewish News 40 Under 40, and equal encouragement to the many inspiring talents whose time will surely come.”
Jewish News business and tech editor Candice Krieger, who created the list. alongside Jewish News’ news editor Justin Cohen and chair of the list Andrew Gilbert, said: “The Jewish contribution to tech and digital is thriving, and it felt very special to showcase this in such a positive way.
“Tonight was all about celebrating the achievement, ambition and power of innovation and our ’50 under 40′ represent a new generation of Jewish talent helping to shape and drive the digital revolution.”
Candice added that it is “inspiring to see how Jewish innovators are harnessing technology to create positive change. Many are working at the intersection of tech and social impact, using innovation not just to disrupt, but to solve real-world problems.”
The evening was held at Lab House, part of Teddy Sagi’s LabTech, which sponsored the list. Teddy Sagi said:
“This list is another reminder of the innovation coming from Jews in the UK. Innovation that will enhance and improve lives for years to come.”
Guests enjoyed an evening of networking, celebration, and recognition of the diverse and dynamic talent shaping the future of technology and digital culture.
The Tech and Digital list is the second in a series of planned Jewish News’ Young Business lists. It follows the success of the Creatives and Media list, unveiled last year with the Property 40 under 40 soon-to-be announced.
Our Judges
Rajesh Agrawal, former Deputy Mayor of London for Business, entrepreneur and angel investor, Moira Benigson, Chair, The MBS Group, Justin Cohen, News Editor, Jewish News, Libby Dangoor, Chief of Staff at Multiverse, Richard Ferrer, Editor, Jewish News, Michal Freeman-Shor, Head of Primary Markets Israel, London Stock Exchange, Andrew Gilbert, Chair, Jewish News Business Lists, Stephen Grabiner, Private Investor and Philanthropist, Andy Hart, experienced digital transformation specialist, Maurice Helfgott, Amery Capital, Elinor Honigstein, Community Builder & Business Development specialist, Danny Kessler, Chair of UK Israel Business (UKIB) and Sharegain, Candice Krieger, Business & Tech Editor, Jewish News, Marc Lester, CEO at WWCS, Martin Leuw, Founder Growth4Good, Rebecca Masri, Founder Little Emperors, Sammy Rubin, Founder and CEO YuLife, Daniel Saunders, Chief executive, L Marks, Andrew Showman, co-founder and CTO The Beauty Tech Group, Emma Sinclair MBE, Co-founder Enterprise Alumni, UNICEF advisor, Alex Stephany, CEO of BEAM, Leah Stern, Partner, Global Communications at OurCrowd, Eze Vidra, Managing Partner Remagine Ventures
Click here for more information on the listees, the process and the judges
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