Gur Shatz is an Israeli entrepreneur and cybersecurity executive, renowned as the co-founder and CEO of Cato Networks, a pioneering company in cloud-native networking and security solutions. Established in 2015 in Tel Aviv, Israel, alongside Shlomo Kramer, Cato Networks provides Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) platforms that integrate networking, security, and global connectivity for enterprises. Under Shatz's leadership, the company has achieved significant growth, raising over $300 million in funding from prominent investors including Lightspeed Venture Partners, Greylock Partners, and Sequoia Capital Israel, with total funding exceeding $700 million by 2021 and reaching unicorn status with a valuation exceeding $1 billion. Shatz's vision emphasizes simplifying complex IT infrastructures through software-defined networking and transforming enterprise networking from traditional hardware-centric models to scalable, cloud-based architectures, positioning Cato as a leader in the evolving cybersecurity landscape. The company serves thousands of global customers across various industries.

Prior to founding Cato Networks, Shatz built a robust career in the cybersecurity sector, with a background in networking and security from Israeli tech firms. He served as Director of Product Management at Check Point Software Technologies, a global leader in cybersecurity founded by Kramer, where he focused on developing advanced firewall and security products from the early 2000s until around 2015, contributing to the development of advanced security products and gaining deep expertise in network security challenges. His earlier roles included positions in product development and management at other technology firms, contributing to innovations in network security and honing his skills in product strategy and innovation within Israel's thriving tech ecosystem, often referred to as Silicon Wadi.

Shatz holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Tel Aviv University, which laid the foundation for his technical acumen and entrepreneurial pursuits. His expertise stems from a deep understanding of enterprise needs in digital transformation and threat protection.

As a key figure in Israel's startup scene, Shatz is recognized for his thought leadership in cybersecurity and networking, frequently speaking at industry events like the RSA Conference and contributing to publications such as TechCrunch and CRN. His professional network, particularly through collaborations with industry veterans like Kramer—a veteran of Check Point and Imperva—underscores his influence in the tech ecosystem and his role in fostering influential networks in the global tech community, though he maintains a relatively low public profile outside business contexts. His work has drawn support from the Israel Innovation Authority, underscoring the company's role in Israel's cybersecurity export economy.

Based in Israel, Shatz continues to drive Cato Networks' expansion, with offices worldwide including the US, Europe, and Asia, and a focus on global enterprise adoption. His work continues to drive innovation in secure digital transformation, emphasizing zero-trust architectures and global private backbones to address evolving cyber threats, particularly in remote work security and cloud migration.