Arik Shtilman is the CEO of Rapyd. Shtilman is based in Israel. Shtilman has held the role since 2016.
Serial entrepreneur who founded Rapyd in 2016 after identifying a gap in global payments infrastructure. Previously founded ITNavigator, a cloud-based communications platform acquired by Avaya in 2013. Completed military service before starting his first company.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage of Arik Shtilman has focused on Rapyd's operational restructuring and strategic direction, including reports of layoffs tied to an artificial intelligence pivot in 2026, alongside commentary on his vision for the fintech platform's profitability and growth drivers. Coverage has also included Shtilman's personal investment in Israeli basketball, with reports of his acquisition of a stake in Maccabi Tel Aviv preceding a broader ownership transition involving the Recanati family.
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Arik Shtilman: FAQ
- Who is Arik Shtilman?
- Arik Shtilman is the CEO & Co-Founder of Rapyd, based in Israel.
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- Arik Shtilman is CEO of Rapyd, a role held since 2016.