Lahav-להב

What Lahav-להב does

Lahav (להב - 'The Chamber of Organizations of the Self-Employed and Businesses in Israel') is a non-profit umbrella federation founded in 1983 and headquartered at Raoul Wallenberg 4, Ramat HaHayal, Tel Aviv. It aggregates 70+ professional associations and guilds spanning law, accounting, medicine, pharmacy, real estate, automotive services, hospitality, arts, consulting, and more, collectively representing over 500,000 freelancers, self-employed individuals, and small/medium business owners across Israel. Lahav's core functional role is legislative and regulatory advocacy on behalf of its constituents, with documented wins in 2017 alone including credit card payment ceiling reform, automatic enrollment of small businesses in discounted bank account tiers, opening of the credit card clearing market to aggregators, and P2P lending law protections for SMBs. The organization also runs legal advisory, networking events, and a 'Business Incubator' training program for members.\n\nOperationally Lahav delivers three core member-facing products: (1) the Benefits Club (מועדון הטבות), a co-branded financial benefits program anchored by the 'Lahav - My Business' credit card issued with Israel Card and an insurance benefits club with Ayalon Insurance; (2) the Business Incubator (חממת העסקים), a bi-weekly paid 75-minute Zoom training series operated by the member Chamber of Business Consultants; and (3) the weekly radio program 'Independent in the Field' (עצמאי בשטח) on 102FM Tel Aviv, hosted by President Roee Cohen every Tuesday at 20:00 and reaching an estimated 500,000 listeners. Additional products include annual and regional conferences (e.g., Eilat Independence Conference, Jerusalem Business Conference, Herzliya networking conference), a continuously published print magazine (ביטאון) since 1983, and a professional podcast recording station offered at conferences.\n\nLahav's business model rests on three recurring revenue streams: (a) membership dues from the 70+ affiliated associations, the primary funding mechanism; (b) conference and event ticketing, with multi-day conference packages priced at ILS 3,490–3,980 per couple; and (c) affiliate referral and sponsorship revenue from the Israel Card credit card, Ayalon Insurance, Bank Hapoalim, and other commercial partners. Operating headcount is lean at approximately 8 staff with an ~18-person volunteer leadership and governance structure. Regional presence extends through branches in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Herzliya, Ra'anana, Holon, and a dedicated Arab sector division added in 2024. The organization has no external funding rounds, no parent company, and is registered as ע"ר (Israeli non-profit association), with financial information not publicly disclosed.

Name

Lahav-להב

Legal name

להב - לשכת ארגוני העצמאים והעסקים בישראל (ע"ר)

Website

https://lahav.org.il

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lahav (להב) is a 1983-founded Israeli non-profit federation uniting 70+ professional associations and guilds to represent over 500,000 freelancers and small/medium business owners. It delivers legislative advocacy, legal counsel, member benefit programs, business training, and a 102FM Tel Aviv radio show.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business Association & Advocacy Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGAFAN

Government Accountability, Ethics & Anti-Corruption Advocacy

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Civil Rights, Advocacy & Public Policy Organizations

Keywords

• Business advocacy services
• Freelancer representation
• Professional association federation
• Small business lobbying
• Membership benefits program

Headquarters

HQ city

Tel Aviv

HQ country

Israel

HQ region

Middle East

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership dues from affiliated organizations: 70+ professional associations and guilds pay membership dues to be affiliated under the Lahav umbrella. This is the primary mechanism for sustaining the organization and funding its advocacy operations.
2. Conference and event ticketing: Lahav organizes annual conferences (e.g., Eilat Independence Conference, Jerusalem Business Conference, regional networking events) with paid admission. Ticket packages range from approximately ILS 3,490-3,980 per couple for multi-day events including accommodation, sessions, and activities.
3. Business incubator training programs: The 'Business Incubator' (חממת העסקים) run by the Chamber of Business Consultants under Lahav's umbrella delivers biweekly paid 75-minute Zoom training sessions on business topics, targeting members of affiliated organizations.
4. Benefit club and co-branded financial products: Lahav participates in a co-branded credit card ('להב - העסק שלי') with Israel Card, and an insurance benefit club with Ayalon Insurance, generating referral or sponsorship revenue from financial services partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lahav is a non-profit umbrella federation that represents 70+ professional associations and guilds of freelancers, self-employed individuals, and small/medium business owners in Israel. It provides legislative advocacy before the Knesset, legal counsel, a Benefits Club with co-branded credit card and insurance discounts, biweekly business training webinars, a weekly radio show on 102FM Tel Aviv, and annual networking conferences.

Product overview

Lahav (להב) is a chamber of organizations representing self-employed individuals and businesses in Israel, operating as an advocacy and membership organization rather than a technology product company. The organization provides a suite of services including a Benefits Club offering exclusive discounts and cashback, a Business Incubator with bi-weekly professional training webinars, the weekly 'Independent in the Field' radio program, podcast production services at conferences, legislative advocacy, legal consultation, and networking events. The organization serves as an umbrella for 70 professional associations representing various self-employed professions including lawyers, accountants, pharmacists, physicians, real estate agents, restaurant owners, and actors. The offerings are membership-based services for business support rather than a software product platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• עצמאי בשטח: Radio program hosted by Lahav President Roee Cohen, aired every Tuesday at 20:00 on 102FM Radio Tel Aviv. The program covers economic topics relevant to self-employed individuals and small business owners.
• מועדון הטבות להב

Products and services

• Benefits Club (מועדון הטבות) A membership benefit program offering exclusive deals, discounts, cashback on online purchases, and savings specifically designed for self-employed individuals and business owners in Israel, delivered via co-branded financial partnerships.
• Business Incubator (חממת העסקים) A biweekly paid live training program delivered via Zoom, featuring 75-minute professional business courses conducted by experienced business owners, covering practical business topics for members.
• Radio Program 'Independent in the Field' (עצמאי בשטח) A weekly radio show on 102FM Tel Aviv, the first and only program dedicated to Israel's half-million self-employed and small business owners, featuring discussions with Knesset members, media figures, and business leaders.
• Professional Podcast Station at Conferences Professional podcast recording facilities offered at Lahav business conferences, providing business owners with recording equipment, skilled interviewers, and marketing content at no cost to attendees.
• Advocacy and Legislative Services Representation of member organizations in Knesset committees and before decision-makers, legal consultation, and cross-organizational issue handling including cybersecurity and family businesses.
• Membership Federation (70+ Professional Associations) Umbrella federation representing 70 member organizations including professional associations for lawyers, accountants, pharmacists, physicians, real estate agents, restaurant owners, actors, and various other self-employed professionals.
• Annual and Regional Networking Conferences Paid multi-day conferences including the Eilat Independence Conference (ILS 3,490-3,980 per couple with hotel, meals, lectures, and activities) and Jerusalem Business Conference, featuring business panels, expert lectures, networking, and entertainment.

Named customers11 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• NineA Herzliya Business Center (מרכז נינא הרצליה)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 June 2026Lahav Herzliya co-hosted a networking conference with NineA Herzliya on June 16, 2026. The event combined networking, a business AI lecture, and community building for local entrepreneurs and business owners in the Herzliya area.
• Bank Hapoalim (בנק הפועלים)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBank Hapoalim is listed in Lahav's 'Partnerships' (שיתופי פעולה) section on the homepage, indicating a collaborative relationship. Lahav's president noted collaboration with Bank Hapoalim on a 'crisis room for businesses' initiative (חמ"ל חירום לעסקים) alongside the Chamber of Business Consultants, the Freelancers Forum, and Ayalon Insurance.
• Israel Card (ישראכרד)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerIsrael Card and Lahav co-issue the 'Lahav — My Business' (להב - העסק שלי) co-branded credit card providing benefits, discounts, and cashback for freelancers and self-employed. Listed prominently on the homepage under 'Partnerships' (שיתופי פעולה). Israel Card also provided flight discount incentives for the Eilat conference (190 ILS per direction for registered participants).
• Ayalon Insurance (איילון ביטוח)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerAyalon Insurance partners with Lahav to offer a benefit club with insurance products tailored for freelancers and SMB owners. Featured in the 'Partnerships' section and in the benefit club area of the website.
• 102FM Tel Aviv RadiocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLahav's president hosts the weekly radio program 'Independent in the Field' (עצמאי בשטח) on 102FM Tel Aviv every Tuesday at 20:00. This is Lahav's primary media distribution channel, reaching over 500,000 freelancers and SMB owners weekly.
• Arkin Airline (ארקיע)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerArkin Airline provided flight discounts (190 ILS per direction) for participants of the Eilat Independence Conference. Offered to the first 200 registered room bookings as an incentive.
• Chamber of Business Consultants and Management (לשכת היועצים העסקיים והניהוליים)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Chamber of Business Consultants is a member organization of Lahav and co-operates the 'Business Incubator' (חממת העסקים), delivering biweekly training webinars. It is also a partner in the 'crisis room for businesses' (חמ"ל חירום לעסקים) alongside Bank Hapoalim, the Freelancers Forum, and Ayalon Insurance.
• ESBA — European Small Businesses AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLahav's president Roee Cohen was appointed in 2016 as the first Israeli member of ESBA's managing board. ESBA is a European federation of SMB organizations representing 35 countries. This international affiliation provides Lahav with cross-border benchmarking and European regulatory intelligence.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• SMEunited: European federation of small and medium-sized enterprises (formerly UEAPME), representing SMB organizations across EU member states. Lahav's President holds a seat on ESBA/SMEunited's managing board, and the organizations operate the same federation-of-federations model.
• National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB): US federation representing small and independent businesses, with a strong focus on federal and state legislative advocacy, member surveys used as policy inputs, and benefit programs. Operationally and structurally very close to Lahav's federation-of-federations model.
• Federation of Small Businesses (FSB): UK-based membership organization representing small businesses and the self-employed, providing lobbying, member benefits, training, and insurance products. Closest international analog to Lahav's model: federation-of-SMBs structure, dues-funded advocacy, and value-added member services.
• Manufacturers Association of Israel (MAI): Israeli industry association representing industrial employers, with strong government advocacy and member services. Adjacent Israeli peer — same advocacy/member-service model, different constituency (manufacturers vs. freelancers).
• Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce (FICC): Israel's umbrella body for regional chambers of commerce, providing business representation, advocacy, and services. Comparable as an Israeli federation, but oriented more toward general business community than freelancers/SMBs specifically.
• COSBOA (Council of Small Business Organisations of Australia): Australian peak body for small business organizations, advocating for SMB policy reform and providing a national forum for SMB associations. Direct analog to Lahav's federation-of-associations structure.
• Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB): Canadian federation representing small and medium-sized businesses through policy advocacy, member benefits, and research. Highly comparable to Lahav in structure, mission, and member-funded advocacy model.

Regional players

• Israel Builders Association: Israeli industry association representing construction contractors and builders, with lobbying and member services. Comparable as a domestic Israeli sector-specific advocacy body, though focused exclusively on construction rather than cross-sector freelancers.

Broad incumbents

• Histadrut: Israel's national labor federation, representing a much broader worker base (employees and some self-employed) via collective bargaining and political advocacy. Comparable as an advocacy umbrella organization in Israel, but with a broader mandate (workers, not specifically freelancers/SMBs) and stronger institutional backing.
• Eurochambres: European association of national chambers of commerce and industry, representing SMBs at the EU level. Adjacent to SMEunited and comparable as a federated SMB advocacy body, but with a broader chamber-of-commerce orientation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/roee_cohen19
• YouTube102fm.co.il/indi
• Facebookfacebook.com/lahav.israel
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lahav--
• Instagraminstagram.com/lahav_atzmaim/?igsh=MTZwcjlwZXpzb3M5eQ%3D%3D

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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