Nir Barkat

Quick Facts

Full Name	Nir Barkat
Occupation	Politician
Date Of Birth	Oct 19, 1959(1959-10-19)
Age	65
Country	Israel
Birth City	JerUnited Stateslem
Horoscope	Libra

Nir Barkat Biography

Nir Barkat is one of the most popular and richest Politician who was born on October 19, 1959 in JerUnited Stateslem, Israel. Nir Barkat was born in Jerusalem. The father of his son, Zalman Professor of Physics at Hebrew University. His great-grandfather emigrated to Russia into Mandatory Palestine during the 20th century and passed away in 1924.

Nir Barkat’s entrance into politics was gradual, following his introduction to and philanthropic investment in the Jerusalem’s educational system. In 1999 Barkat’s family Barkat family began exploring the gaps in education in Jerusalem by investing in the Snunit Center for the Advancement of Web Based Learning, an organization that is non-profit and non-governmental that utilizes web-based tools to boost online education as well as increase social and personal growth within Israeli society. Barkat believed that this investment was the first step towards his desire to get involved in Jerusalem’s municipal government.

Barkat’s official entry into politics began in January 2003, when he founded the party Yerushalayim Tatzli’ah (“Jerusalem Will Succeed”) and ran in the Jerusalem mayoral race, securing 43% of the vote and losing to Uri Lupoliansky. After his initial loss, Barkat served as head of the opposition on the city council until his election as mayor in 2008. During this period he helped form StartUp Jerusalem, a venture to create jobs in the capital. He briefly led the Jerusalem faction of the Kadima party from 2006 – 2007, then a powerhouse in Israeli politics, but left due to disagreements with the proposal to relinquish portions of Jerusalem.

Barkat ran for a second time in November 2008, this time winning the election with 52% of the vote (his main rival, Meir Porush, won 43%). Barkat was described as a secular politician, contrasting with both Lupoliansky and Porush, who are Haredi. He ran on a platform of increasing tourism, finding solutions to the housing crisis, and opposing the light rail. He also vowed to make city council more approachable and transparent and decried the use of the mayors office a stepping stone to national politics. Controversies during his first term included the firing of city council member Rachel Azaria and his proposal for relinquishing predominantly Arab populated neighborhoods on the outskirts of the city limits. He helped to initiate the city’s first international marathon in 2011 and has personally participating in races both in Jerusalem and abroad.

Barkat began his journey in field of high-tech through the creation of a software business known as BRM in 1988. The company focused on antivirus software. The company later became an incubator venture company that invested in a variety of businesses, including Check Point and Backweb. Barkat later joined the social investment firm IVN, Israel Venture Network. In 2007 Barkat was a participant on his participation in the Israeli version of Dragons’Den, the show for venture capitalists where entrepreneurs are pitching their ideas to get funding from experts in business.

Nir Barkat Net Worth

Nir Barkat is one of the richest Politician from Israel. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Nir Barkat 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Nir Barkat (Hebrew: niyr barkat ; born 19 October , 1959) is a prominent Israeli politician and businessman. He was the mayor of Jerusalem from 2008 to 2018. During his term, Barkat has “embraced new data-driven tools in hopes of improving life for all of his constituents” working to promote culture, increase tourism, tackle social issues, promote the growth of local high-tech companies, and create opportunities for ultra-Orthodox as well as Arab communities of Jerusalem.

Barkat was a member of his unit, the Paratroopers Brigade of the Israel Defense Forces for six years (1977-1983) in addition to serving in reserve duty. He was promoted to Major. Barkat suffered injuries during the battles in Lebanon.

Since the mid 2000s, Jerusalem has developed into a regional center for tech start-ups, and was named the #1 emerging tech hub by Entrepreneur magazine. Barkat’s administration has provided incentives, tax breaks, and grants for companies with employees living in the city. By 2016, over 500 start-ups had been established in Jerusalem, bringing in upwards of $243 million in investment in the first nine months of 2015. “‘After the election of [Mayor Nir] Barkat, personal activism strengthened in the city. People felt they had influence, and it really connected with the entrepreneurial character’, said Dana Mann, a partner in PICO Ventures, and previously a partner in OurCrowd.”

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Nir Barkat Dating?

According to our records, Nir Barkat married to Beverly Barkat. As of December 1, 2023, Nir Barkat’s is not dating anyone.

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In December 2015 Barkat joined the Likud party. He previously endorsed Likud leader Benjamin Netanyahu for Prime Minister in the 2013 and 2015 Knesset elections. In March 2018 he announced his intention to run for national politics rather than seek re-election for a third term as mayor.

Facts & Trivia

Nir Ranked on the list of most popular Politician. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Israel. Nir Barkat celebrates birthday on October 19 of every year.

How much is Nir Barkat worth?

Private fortune According to Forbes in 2013, Barkat’s net worth is estimated at NIS 450 million (about $122 million), more than the combined value of the next three politicians on the list making him the wealthiest Israeli politician.

Who was the Mayor of Jerusalem?

Moshe Lion, or Moshe Leon (Hebrew: משה ליאון, born 6 October 1961), is an Israeli politician who is currently the Mayor of Jerusalem.

How many members are in the Knesset?

As an electorate body, the Knesset elects the President of the State and the State Comptroller. The Knesset has 120 members and is located in Jerusalem. Members of the Knesset are not elected directly by voters. They run as candidates within the framework of party lists participating in the general elections.

What party is Naftali Bennett?

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Does East Jerusalem include the Old City?

East Jerusalem includes Jerusalem’s Old City and some of the holiest sites of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, such as the Temple Mount, the Western Wall, the al-Aqsa Mosque, the Dome of the Rock and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, as well as a number of adjacent neighbourhoods.