255 Business
Sector Forum
Reconnecting.
Helping families
rebuild their lives.

The families of the hostages have paid, and continue to pay, an enormous price. Even when a hostage is released, the journey to recovery is only just beginning.
The 255 Business Sector Forum was established to connect the needs of hostage families with the strength of the business community—its people, connections, expertise, resources, and opportunities.
Our goal is to help families return to work, rebuild their businesses, reconnect with their communities, and resume their lives through ongoing, collaborative action.

Our
Projects

The 255 Show | The Hostages’ Independence Day

A major musical event planned for summer 2027, initiated by hostage families to express their gratitude to the Israeli public and strengthen hope and connection. We are seeking partners, donors, and sponsors to help make it happen.

Employment and Business

Connecting families with employment opportunities, professional guidance, support for businesses affected by the crisis, and new opportunities through the forum’s network.

Advocacy | Remembrance and Responsibility

Meetings between hostage families and employees and leaders at organizations, to keep their voices heard, raise awareness of their needs, and strengthen mutual support.

Rehabilitation Retreats

Creating opportunities for rest, connection, and renewal for families, in partnership with companies and organizations.

Forum Members

Mali Alcobi

Chair of 255’s Business Forum

A speaker and consultant to organizations on the future of work, host of the podcast If We Live Forever, Israel’s representative in the global movement for a shorter workweek, a speaker at the Knesset on reducing working hours, and author of Superheroes and Hormon

Ari Or

Deputy CEO and Head of Human Resources, Harel

Gideon Rosenberg 

VP HR, NVIDIA Israel, social activist

Miri Shalev

VP of HR, SysAid

A leader in human resources and organizational consulting, driven by a genuine passion for connecting the business world with the people who shape it. I believe deeply in people and in our ability to make a positive difference in the world. Alongside my professional work, I volunteer as a career advisor for soldiers and reservists, helping them plan their next professional steps.

Neta Feller

VP HR & board member Bonot Alternativa

Over the years, she has led initiatives to advance gender equality and LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace. In recognition of her social impact, she was named one of Israel’s 50 most influential women. Since October 7, she has worked closely with the Nir Oz community and, together with Natural Intelligence and Google, established Shvilim—a career mentorship program for residents of the Gaza border region, families of hostages, IDF widows, and survivors of the Nova festival.

Why
Join?

Because sometimes one connection, one opportunity, or one door opened can change a life.
The forum gives everyone the opportunity to contribute their knowledge, experience, and connections, become part of a meaningful business community, and make a real difference.

Join us!

255 Business Sector ForumReconnecting. Helping familiesrebuild their lives.

OurProjects