Shmuel Harlap is an Israeli businessman, the self-made billionaire Chairman of Colmobil Group (automotive distribution) and a major figure in Israeli technology investment. His career is rooted in automotive retail, finance, and technological foresight.

Harlap's philosophical approach centers on scale, long-term asset hold, and strategic investment in disruptive technology (notably Mobileye). He inherited and expanded the Colmobil Group, one of Israel's largest auto distribution companies (distributing Hyundai and Mitsubishi).

• Colmobil Group (Chairman & Executive): The core private asset, a major distributor of automobiles (Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Mercedes-Benz) in Israel.
• Mobileye (Early Investor): The foundational source of his wealth, tied to his early, highly profitable investment in the autonomous driving technology company (sold to Intel for $15.3 billion in 2017).
• Industrial Focus: His success is built on scale distribution and dominating the domestic market for automotive retail.
• Investment Strategy: His philosophy is rooted in long-term investment in industrial assets and high-tech IP.

Shmuel Harlap's strategic genius was his commitment to high-growth technology. He successfully led the Colmobil Group, securing lucrative distribution rights for major global automakers. His structural contribution is tied to the successful industrialization and scale of the Israeli automotive retail sector.

The pinnacle of his financial career was his early, massive investment in Mobileye (autonomous driving technology). His investment, which he held until the $15.3 billion sale to Intel in 2017, secured his liquid capital and cemented his reputation as a technology visionary. His wealth is secured by the colossal, long-term, stable profitability of the automotive distribution and technology sectors.

Shmuel Harlap's social impact stems from Colmobil Group's role in providing essential automotive services and employment in Israel. His personal philanthropy supports various community and educational initiatives, often focused on technology and road safety (reflecting the nature of his investments).

His personal philanthropy supports various community and educational initiatives.

Shmuel Harlap maintains the professional, composed style of a corporate executive. His attire is consistently formal and high-quality, favoring tailored suits. His aesthetic reflects serious authority and stability, typical of a leader in the global industrial sector.

Residing in Tel Aviv, Israel, his luxury is the immense security and financial reward derived from his multi-billion dollar fortune. His life is dedicated to investment strategy, technological innovation, and corporate governance.