Who We Are

We develop and market technologies that enable front-line operators like tactical and rescue teams to operate for extended periods of time in hazardous environments.

Caeli was founded in 2021 by a team of seasoned entrepreneurs with a combined experience of over 50 years in the defense industry. The company’s founding members have a proven track record of developing innovative and reliable products, and bring to the company vast production and engineering know-how. The company has two patents pending which cover important aspects like the air cooling system, and the “hot swap” mechanism.

Firefighters with Caeli rebreather
  • Arie Kalo

    Arie Kalo

    CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD & CTO

    Arie is a visionary high-tech entrepreneur specializing in medical devices, security products and startup companies. Founder of Laser Modeling, the largest 3D printing service bureau in Israel. Co-founded Sabrafence Technologies, a leader in sophisticated perimeter security sensors. Also co-founded Sabratek Corp, a medical devices company that became the leader in infusion therapy and homecare devices in US. Holds patents in medical and security fields. Former IDF special forces officer.

  • Daniel Stapleton

    Daniel Stapleton

    CEO

    Seasoned leader with 30 years of experience in security and commerce. Former IDF Special Forces unit commander, Director of Security and Director of International Affairs for EL AL. Co-founded CAVATOR in 2020. Holds a degree in Political Science from Haifa University.

  • Uzi Barzilay

    Uzi Barzilay

    SVP & COO

    Former head of countermeasures division at ISA, equivalent to IDF brigadier general. Led complex intelligence operations and coordinated activities in Gaza Strip and other areas. Successful businessman with leadership skills in the face of intense pressure, author, and promoter of social initiatives.

  • Nir Bloch

    Nir Bloch

    CSO

    Entrepreneur, mechanics expert, and former Israel Navy Seals Combat Diving Officer. Founded Alon Technologies, specializing in innovative products for plastics industry and fine mechanics. Developed winning rebreathing system for Israel Navy Seals unit. Dynamic leader with diverse background and entrepreneurial spirit.

  • Itzik Rabinovitz

    Itzik Rabinovitz

    CMO

    Mechanics expert in product development. CEO and owner of RAM Development Ltd since 1982. Involved in product development for Israeli hi-tech and defense industry. Former VP at Aspect Imaging, CTO at Migada Ltd and senior mechanical designer at Indigo-HP division.

  • Amit Afrik

    Amit Afrik

    CCO

    Avid diver and experienced instructor. Former Israel Navy Seals Team Leader with 19 years of service in IDF Flotilla 13. R&D developer for underwater systems and platforms A-Z. Partnered with industry innovators like Alon Technologies. Created cutting-edge underwater systems. Icon in the world of underwater technology.