Dr. Val Golan, GPHR, SCP

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Managing Director, Growth and HR Business Partner at GoLAN Consulting

Cape Coral, Florida, United States

Overview

Dr. Val Golan is the founder and Managing Director of GoLAN Consulting, an advisory firm specializing in HR for Israeli and European tech startups entering the US market. With a Ph. D. and a Certificate in Employment Law from Cornell, colleagues describe her as professional, organized, and methodical in building HR infrastructure.

Val is passionate about building professional communities, recently creating a networking group for Israeli executives in Florida to foster collaboration. She also appears to have an interest in collecting vintage items, particularly antique perfume bottles, based on her online activity.

Unique fact: She has authored a publication specifically on the topic of the "Israeli Workforce in the US. "

Personality Overview

Quality Focused

Hard To Convince

Fast But Analytical

They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical  They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service

Topics They Care About

Israeli Tech in US
Her firm, GoLAN Consulting, is dedicated to providing HR and organizational development support for Israeli and European tech startups expanding into the United States.
US Employment Law
Holds a certificate in Employment Law from Cornell and is recognized by peers for her deep expertise in US labor regulations, benefits, and tax law.
Startup Growth Strategy
Acts as an HR Business Partner and advisory board member, guiding startups on human capital strategy from their US inception through successful funding rounds.

Media Appearances

Dr. Valerie Golan. Featured in GoLAN Consulting

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Work History

4-2003
Managing Director, Growth and HR Business Partner at GoLAN Consulting
8-2025
Human Resources Business Partner at Tabit.cloud
7-2017
Human Resources Business Partner (under GoLAN Consulting) at Scopio Labs
3-2022 - 8-2025
Global HR at Lumana AI
4-2014 - 12-2022
Human Resources Business Partner (under GoLAN Consulting) at Pontera

Education

11-2021 - 3-2022
Certificate in Employment Law from Cornell University
2005 - 2011
Ph.D. from Northcentral University

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Exp : 22 Location : Cape Coral, Florida, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Managing Director, Growth and HR Business Partner at GoLAN Consulting
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Insights For Selling To Dr. Val

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them see both - the ‘big picture’ impact and the ROI of the investment
  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims
  • Use phrases like ‘the ROI of this’, ‘X% more’ etc.

DONT's

  • Avoid self-deprecating references or general informality, it could decrease their trust in you
  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same
  • Avoid making strong statements, instead invite them to agree with you by asking them questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Dr. Val is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Dr. Val

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Dr. Val move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Dr. Val take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Dr. Val

Personality Compatibility


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