Early Life
Marius Nacht was born in Romania in 1962. At the age of three, he immigrated to Israel with his family. He grew up in Ashkelon and is a graduate of Talpiot, an elite IDF training program. Nacht earned a BSc (cum laude) in Physics and Mathematics from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and an MSc in Electrical Engineering and Communication Systems from Tel Aviv University.
Rise to Success
In 1993, Nacht co-founded Check Point Software Technologies with Gil Shwed and Shlomo Kramer. Check Point became a global leader in cybersecurity, with Nacht serving in several managerial roles throughout its growth. He played a key role in the company's development, which is now a Nasdaq 100 company.
Key Business Strategies
Nacht's success stems from his understanding of technological trends and ability to identify opportunities. He focused on innovation in cybersecurity and later pivoted to healthtech, recognizing the convergence of technology and healthcare. His move to found aMoon Funds reflects his strategy of investing in companies that accelerate breakthroughs in healthcare through technology.
Philanthropy
While specific philanthropic amounts are not readily available, Nacht's commitment to healthtech through aMoon Funds indicates a philanthropic focus on advancing healthcare and improving lives. He has expressed a vision for Israel to become a global hub for life-saving technologies.