Roy Dekel is an American-Israeli entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist whose career reflects a deep commitment to innovation and giving back. He has co-founded and supported numerous successful ventures, including SetSchedule, Rentastic, and Taskable, significantly shaping the enterprise and consumer technology sectors.
Born in Israel to Romanian and Polish refugees, Roy’s journey of resilience and purpose began early. He started his military service with Shayetet 13, Israel’s elite naval commando unit, where he underwent rigorous training and honed his skills in discipline, strategy, and leadership. After years of dedicated service, Roy left the Israel Defense Forces as a lieutenant (Segen), carrying forward the qualities that would define his professional and philanthropic pursuits.
Today, Roy invests in a diverse range of technology, finance, and media companies while channeling his success toward philanthropic efforts. He is dedicated to supporting organizations that enhance children’s education and quality of life, inspired by the values of resilience, leadership, and purpose that have guided his remarkable journey.