Road to Gold Part 2: Betting on the Future

June 24, 2025

Road to Gold Part 2: Betting on the Future

In Part 1 of this Road to Gold episode, former NBA Champion Omri Casspi shared how drive and resilience took him from Israel to the NBA.

In Part 2, the conversation continues with Upwind co-Founder and CEO Amiram Shachar, diving into the mindset behind lasting success – being coachable, learning from mistakes, putting in the work, and surrounding yourself with the right people.

These values didn’t just shape Omri’s NBA career – they’re the reason he became one of Upwind’s first investors. For Omri, it’s not about numbers – it’s about belief in people and a vision built to last.

Contents

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Road to Gold Part 2: Betting on the Future