Na׳ama places the exploration of her life and understanding the experiences that shape her at the heart of her endeavors, aspiring to create positive change for herself and others. As the mother of Aya and Ari, and through co-parenting and a business partnership with Jonathan, the father of her children, Na׳ama blends her personal and professional worlds with a deep commitment to growth and empowering those around her.
The connection between Japanese and Israeli cultures is evident in every layer of her personality. Born to a Japanese mother and an Israeli father, Na׳ama embodies Japanese values of discipline and spirituality alongside Israeli independence and creativity. This unique combination enables her to navigate between worlds with balance, allowing her to integrate practical action with spirituality, guide others, and make a meaningful impact.
Na׳ama’s personal journey includes a pivotal decision to leave school at the age of 14, driven by a desire for independence and a rebellious spirit pushing her to understand herself and her path. Military service brought her back to structure and purpose, paving the way for academic studies in business administration and law—fields that enriched her professional world and led her to
community building and leadership. She later trained in the Satya coaching method, NLP, and family constellation therapy, equipping her with valuable tools for deep and impactful work with others.
Na׳ama supported Jonathan, her partner, in his journey of founding startups. Over her career, she dedicated herself to building communities and supporting Israeli entrepreneurs in San Francisco, helping them create partnerships, navigate fundraising challenges, and adapt to American culture. As a key contact for Israeli entrepreneurs in the Bay Area, Na׳ama helped them connect with the right people and establish their presence in the new market. She believes their success hinges on meaningful connections and the ability to bridge cultural gaps, all while personally experiencing the entrepreneurial roller coaster of her partner’s ventures and its effects on her life.
A turning point in Na׳ama’s personal journey came when her son, Ari, was diagnosed with a brain tumor—a challenge that became a profound learning process about love, pain, and inner connection. During this time, she rediscovered the importance of faith and her hidden strengths, ultimately building a recovery plan from depression that strengthened her and gave her a renewed perspective on life. This experience gave her deep insight into helping others find their inner strength during difficult times, all through a body-mind connection.
From the insights gained throughout her life, Na׳ama founded “Bria”, a wellbeing space for women that integrates body, mind, and spirit, offering a supportive community and tools for personal growth and development. Na׳ama aspires to help other women connect with themselves and discover their inner strength, believing that balance between these elements is the foundation for personal resilience and meaningful change. Through “Bria”, women can reconnect with the earth and their source, embark on journeys of self-discovery, recreate themselves, and build fuller, more meaningful lives.
Na׳ama’s journey is a testament to the power of self-discovery, personal resilience, and continuous aspiration for fulfillment. Along her path, she inspires women and entrepreneurs to see every challenge as an opportunity for growth, inner connection, and true realization.