# Meet the creators

Three Israelis made Naza: The Real Story. This is who they are.

## Roi Danino

Entrepreneur · Author · Strategic advisor · IDF reserve lieutenant colonel

Roi Danino is an Israeli entrepreneur, author, strategic advisor, IDF reserve lieutenant colonel, and co-creator of Naza: The Real Story. He served more than 600 days of reserve duty with the Nahal Brigade during the Iron Swords war, bringing firsthand military experience to the film. With extensive experience establishing and leading companies, he advises businesses in the defense and municipal sectors and volunteers to support reservists and business owners affected by the war.

## Ariel Averbuch

Attorney · Public speaker · IDF reserve major

Ariel Averbuch is an Israeli attorney, public speaker, IDF reserve major, and co-creator of Naza: The Real Story. He is the co-founder and chairman of Sword of Gideon, an organization dedicated to combating antisemitism through proactive international advocacy. He holds an MBA, has authored two books, and is a frequent media commentator with over 150 appearances on Israeli television, alongside international interviews and speaking engagements.

## Hagay Gutman

Content creator · Director · Editor · Musician

Hagay Gutman is an Israeli content creator, director, editor, and musician working at the heart of Israel's media and television industry. He serves as chief editor of morning television shows while also leading documentary projects and successful web series. He has recently gained significant international exposure as one of the creators and directors of Naza: The Real Story, a documentary that presents the Israeli perspective on the war in Gaza to a global audience.