Arik Segal

Founder of Conntix, lecturer at IDC Hertzliya

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Sep 12, 2013, 7:54 PM

Signals from Tehran ?

Statements by politicians and diplomats are considered to represent states' official standpoint on certain issues. This is one of the reasons why decision makers often use obscure rhetoric which allows them to navigate easier in the jungle of political...

Mar 28, 2013, 9:35 AM

The Obama Effect – choosing the best strategy for America in the Middle East

The mastery of international political negotiation stems from one's ability to capitalize on the best possible outcome that will satisfy the interests of all sides at a certain point in time. In this visit to Israel and the Palestinian...

Jan 20, 2013, 5:19 PM

Letters from an Afghani friend

What does Afghanistan mean to Israelis? What does Israel mean to Afghans? Most Israelis associate Afghanistan with the War on Terror and Osama Bin Laden. Ajmal Sohail, the leader and founder of the Afghan Liberal Party, wants us to...

Nov 27, 2012, 8:21 PM

Why didn’t Bibi go all the way with operation “Pillar of Defense”?

Four years ago, 21 days since the beginning of operation "Cast Lead", Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert declared that: "the Cabinet has agreed to comply with my offer and order a cease fire". Last week Israeli Prime Minister Benyamin...

Jun 10, 2012, 5:29 PM

Does the Arab World perceive Israel differently following the Arab Spring?

If Israel hopes to ever truly become part of the Middle East, it must reach out to the Arab street -- before it's too late

Apr 5, 2012, 6:48 AM

Israel’s New Public Diplomacy

It is hard not to notice the recent increase in popularity of Israeli President Shimon Peres. Peres, who used to be branded as the loser of Israeli politics, received unprecedented 81% support in a recent Haaretz poll. Some would...

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About Me

Arik Segal is an international mediator and entrepreneur who specializes in the application of technologies in innovative dialogue structures. He established “Conntix” – a consultancy that aims to connect people through innovation and technology. He is a member of the Center for Applied Negotiations at the INSS and serves as the technology and innovation adviser for Mitvim. Arik is a lecturer at IDC Hertzeliya in the courses: innovative conflict resolution, innovative public diplomacy and online political campaigns. He teaches at the Rotary Peace Fellowship and gives guest lectures on international institutions such as Harvard Kennedy School.

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