Oren Simanian

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DISC Type : c

Founder and CEO at Colosseum

Tel Aviv District, Israel

Overview

Oren Simanian is the Founder and CEO of Colosseum, an international sports tech innovation group. He leverages over 20 years in sports and 17 in innovation to bridge the gap between the two industries. Holding a B.A. from Tel Aviv University, he is described by peers as an inspiring, fast-thinking, and creative born leader.

Orens professional life is a direct result of his personal passion for sports, which includes a 20-year career as an elite soccer referee in Israels top leagues, even officiating at the FIFA level. This firsthand experience on the field fueled his desire to modernize the sports industry through technology.

Unique fact: Before becoming a leading figure in sports tech, Oren spent two decades as a professional soccer referee.

Personality Overview

Value Seeker

Cautious & Analytical

Price-Sensitive

They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms.  While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.

Topics They Care About

Sports Tech Innovation
Founded Colosseum to merge his two passions, sports and innovation, and connect the global sports industry with disruptive technologies from the Israeli ecosystem.
Startup Collaboration
Authored a whitepaper encouraging sports organizations to work with startups and actively forges partnerships to scale new technologies in the industry.
Fan Engagement
Actively tracks the evolution of fan behavior, noting the shift from passive viewing to active participation through new platforms like sports trading.

Media Appearances

Interview with Oren Simanian, Founder, Colosseum Sports Tech. Featured in Smart Cities & Sport

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Oren Simanian Colosseum Sport Founder and General .... Featured in YouTube

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Work History

6-2017
Founder and CEO at Colosseum
10-2019
Lecturer at Holon Institute of Technology
9-2024 - 12-2025
Co-Founder & COO at IL Angel Club
6-2014 - 5-2024
Member - Board of Trustees at Hochschule Macromedia | Macromedia University of Applied Sciences
1-2019 - 10-2023
Ambassador at Barça Innovation Hub

Education

2005 - 2009
B.A. from Tel Aviv University

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Insights For Selling To Oren

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Back up any claims with data and numbers
  • Keep some extra margin in hand as they will likely negotiate the pricing
  • Share as much information as possible regarding your product

DONT's

  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured
  • Don’t try to be too friendly or informal with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Oren is

  • Confidence that the product provides ROI, effective pricing and process adherence matter the most to them.

  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Oren

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Oren move?

  • They can move at a reasonable pace while making their decisions if they have the necessary information.

  • Can Oren take some risk or not?

  • They can take some risk if they are confident that they have analyzed the circumstances well.


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