Assaf is a serial entrepreneur who builds and runs complex, value-driven organizations. After co-founding MEET, Assaf founded several startups and social ventures to modernize the automotive industry space. Currently, Assaf serves on the board of Colmobil Corp, Israel’s largest car importer, distributor and retailer ($3B sales), In parallel, Assaf is also the Co-Founder of Mint Kitchen, a new Fast-Casual Israeli food concept in New York, and helped launch Future Mobility Israel - a think tank + policy lobby group with a vision to eliminate Israel's traffic and congestion.
Born and raised in Nazareth, Mrs. Younis holds a B.Sc. Degree in civil engineering from the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology. Together with her husband founded “Alpha Omega Ltd.” Currently, she is serving as board member in multiple NGO’s that promote her belief in the 3E’s – Education, Employment & Entrepreneurship. Mrs. Younis’ aspiration is to promote entrepreneurship among the younger generation, encouraging them to pursue their dreams for a brighter tomorrow. In turn, she believes, this would have a great impact on Nazareth. It would transform this diverse city into a modern and technological place. Reem and Imad have three children: Dima, Jude and Nada.
Yaron Binur is a three-time founder who innovates in technology, education, and social change. He is a co-founder and currently the Chairman of the Board of MEET. Yaron co-founded two startups: Up2 and Redbeacon; the latter, a home-services marketplace, was acquired by Home Depot in 2012. He launched his career at Google after graduating from MIT in 2005.
Adi Soffer Teeni is the General Manager of Facebook Israel. She joined Facebook Israel in 2014 to build and grow the company’s Israeli office. Soffer Teeni began her career in 1997 as the CEO of Wall Street Israel, an international school of English. In 2001, she became CEO of Kidum Group, the country’s largest private education company. In 2008, she was appointed as General Manager of 888.com.She is a member of the Board of Directors of Unistream, MEET, Shecodes and Yozmot Atid, and is part of the advisory board for “KamaTach”.. Soffer Teeni holds a bachelor’s degree in Law from Tel Aviv University and an MBA from the university’s Kellogg-Recanati International Executive MBA program.
Shayma is VP of Marketing at HQ, a startup mobility company. Holding both her M.Sc and B.Sc. from the Technion in Haifa. Shayma was a consultant at theBoston Consulting Grou, and held various positions at the VC company NFX. After graduating from MEET in 2008, she came back to MEET as an instructor during the 2016 Summer Program.
Subhi was Born and raised in Jerusalem
he left to pursue his B.Sc in Computer Engineering from Illinois Institute of Technology. After graduating from MEET in 2008, he
has since been involved with several startups. Most recently he's been heading the engineering team at Codecov. Subhi came back to MEET as a CS instructor for Y2 during the 2018 Summer Program.
Khouloud Ayuti is a social activist from Jaffa who has dedicated her life to supporting marginalized communities. She studied Social and Political Science and managed impactful programs at the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation. In 2017, Khouloud joined PresenTense and later became Co-CEO until 2022. She now serves as the Director of the Boustan Foundation. Khouloud holds an MBA and is pursuing an executive MA in Middle Eastern Studies. She was listed in The Marker's 40 under 40 in 2021 and co-hosts the Seeratech podcast.
Gigi is a founding partner of NFX (www.nfx.com), a $150m leading seed venture firm in Silicon Valley and Israel. He is a founder and investor in many technology start ups such as Playtika, Kenshoo, Plarium, MyHeritage, Optimove, Houseparty, R2Net, SimilarWeb, NanoRep, Replay Technology, SpaceApe, inceptionVR and others. Gigi serves on the Supervisory Board of Bertelsmann as well as on the EMEA client advisory council of Facebook.
Anat is the co-founder and CEO of Ukko Inc., a biotech startup backed by top-tier Silicon Valley VCs which is solving food allergies and sensitivities. Previously, Anat was an Investment Partner at Innovation Endeavors, a venture firm backed by Alphabet’s Eric Schmidt. Anat also worked for Israel’s State Attorney, on Capitol Hill and with the World Bank. She received her PhD from MIT, an MPA from Columbia University and a law degree from Hebrew University.
Rafiq Masri is a Palestinian-American entrepreneur. Rafiq is an experienced CEO and Founder in the information technology industry. Rafiq serves as the chairman of Palestinian Economic Development Foundation (PalEco), and is on the board of Alliance for Middle East Peace (ALLMEP), World Venture Group (WVG), and Search for Common Ground. Rafiq completed post graduate studies in business and software engineering at both Harvard and George Mason University. Rafiq is committed to efforts to build and support the Palestinian economy as a paramount requirement to any future peace and stability.
Yohanan is a co-founder of Simpo
(previously ActionBar), a start-up that allows product managers quickly integrate different tools and non-core features into their apps without using development resources. He holds a B.A. in Business Administration and Network Science from IDC Herzliya. After graduating from MEET in 2006, he came back as a coordinator and business instructor.
Yaniv has international experience in the fields of education and social change, managing NGOs with large budgets that work on challenging the Israeli-Palestinian status quo through on the ground projects that aim at trade despair and frustration with partnership and hope.
Yaniv is also the father of Tav, Guy and Matar. He is married to Galia, a fellow educator and social activist who works at the bilingual school Bridge over the Valley in Kafr Qara. The two live in Kibbutz Ein HaShofet.
Mustafa Hussein leads MEET’s highly selective recruitment process and student program. Under his leadership, MEET consistently recruits a deeply diverse and talented applicant pool comprised of the region’s top students and young leaders. Mustafa co-developed and implements MEET’s Deeper Understanding curricula. Mustafa is qualified as a Computer Graphics Engineer, and previously worked for the Children Cancer Unit at Hadassah, Ein Karem Hospital. Beyond MEET, Mustafa’s interests include photography and graphic design.
Ada works closely with MEET’s CEO to manage financial, administrative, logistical, and legal responsibilities which allows MEET to run effectively and efficiently. Ada has experience in the Israeli high-tech world and has previously worked at G.ho.st, an Israeli-Palestinian joint-venture start-up, among others. Ada has a B.A. from Brandeis University. Outside of MEET, Ada enjoys hiking and baking.
Dana is MEET's Director of Impact, working on demonstrating MEET's impact and implementing new programs for MEET alumni focused on building, measuring and communicating impact.
Dana is a biomed professional. Before joining MEET She filled senior positions in the bio-med/medical device industry as product and clinical trials manager. She is a Biomedical Engineer and an MBA graduate.
Anat has worked in the educational non-profit sector for over ten years. She has worked on developing and implementing leadership programs for youth and young adults. She now works to enhance our alumni's leadership and professional development, as well as developing our HR protocols and needs.
In her spare time she plays xbox and volunteers with queer communities.
Ghassan is in charge of MEET's logistics across the departments which aims to ensure the success of the organization's programs on the ground.
Ghassan speaks 4 languages, is passionate about reading, traveling and is a dedicated gym enthusiast.
He also happens to be a MEET alumni from 2007.
A long time social entrepreneur turned professional consultant and fundraiser, Keren Zehavi has gained extensive experience of over 17 years in philanthropy, communications and strategic organizational development with the non-profit worlds in the US and Israel.
Keren speaks four languages – English, Hebrew, French and Polish, has two kids and resides in Tel Aviv, Israel. When not working or driving her kids around, Keren enjoys art, running and reading.
Hamodi Hreish is the CEO and Co-Founder of DataDripper, a competitive intelligence platform for D2C brands. He previously interned at Meta, leading strategic projects in e-commerce, and now serves as Alumni Community Manager at MEET, driving engagement and opportunities across the network. With a background in data, strategy, and entrepreneurship, he's passionate about helping businesses make smarter decisions.
Mustafa is a MEET alumnus from the 2017 cohort. After graduating, he served as a Computer Science instructor until 2021. Mustafa holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Hadassah. Currently, he splits his time between MEET, where he works as the Partnerships Coordinator, and the Municipality of Jerusalem, where he serves as the Employers Relations Coordinator in east Jerusalem. In both roles, he focuses on maintaining existing relationships with companies and establishing new partnerships that contribute to the growth of both organizations.
Yulia is in charge of MEET’s development efforts, as well as managing the RD team.
Yulia brings a multifaceted experience in the non-profit sector. She has previously served in R&D, project management, and grant operations roles at a variety of organizations.
Yulia was born in Saint-Petersburg, and currently resides in Tel Aviv with her family. She is a world traveler, and an explorer at heart, always on the lookout for new places and new people. She loves art, sports, and reading.
Shalev is a passionate educator and social activist with a B.A. in Education. He has experience in resource development and nonprofit management.
Shalev grew up in Rehovot and is an active member of the life movement of HaShomer HaTzair. He currently lives in Jerusalem with his chubby cat, Shaul. Outside of work, Shalev and his partner Chaim enjoy hiking, listening to music, attending theater performances, and more.
Excited to highlight the inspiring stories and impactful work of MEET’s student and alumni communities.
Basel is a self-taught musician and visual thinker, with a lifelong passion for music, art, and technology. His collection of over 40 instruments reflects a lifelong devotion to creative exploration. Graduated MEET in 2017 with a deep curiosity for science and culture, he is now studying Visual Communication at Bezalel Academy, exploring how design, culture, and technology shape the human experience.
Diam is the Alumni Leadership Program Manager at MEET, where she develops programs that equip youth with leadership and conflict engagement skills. A proud alumna (Class of 2021), she began her journey as an Entrepreneurship TA and Instructor. Passionate about youth empowerment, Diam is currently studying for data science and statistics, economics, and music degrees; Enjoys baking, reading, and spending time with loved ones.
Layan joined MEET in 2020 as Computer Science Instructor, and later on as a Student Program Coordinator. Currently she is managing Salesforce processing, analyzing and reporting data, also building evaluation plans and reports for the different programs at MEET. She finished her BS.c. in Industrial Engineering and Management majoring in Information System at the Technion.
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Lour started her position at MEET in 2018 as a student program coordinator, and has been working as a team lead for the past 3 years. Currently she is leading the Year 2 team. She is also currently a board member of AWE - Arab Women Entrepreneurs.Lour has a Bachelor degree in Psychology and a Bachelor degree in English Language and Literature, as well as a Master's degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Haifa.
Gisele was born and raised in Brazil and moved to Jerusalem in 2017.
She has taken part in a Youth Movement all her life, and after graduating in Sociology, Anthropology, and Political Science from Pontifical Catholic University of Sao Paulo. She is finishing her Master's degree at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in Education, focusing on Gender Studies.
For her, home is where her cat is, and where people are willing to defy the social order to change the world.
Stav can't remember herself before being interested in Computer Science and Biology. In high-school she volunteered at QueenB to teach young, female entrepreneurs Computer Science. She joined MEET as a student in 2019, graduated 2021 and became a Teaching Assistant, before finally returning as a Student Coordinator.
She loves looking up at constellations and looking down into a cup of hot chocolate, especially in winter, her favorite season. If she's not flipping through a book she's probably watching (or rewatching) a rom-com.
Maysan has been part of bi-national settings since her youth, and there she found her passion for change through dialogue. She finished her studies in Political Science and Communication at Haifa University and started her professional journey in MEET as a Student Program Coordinator.
In her free time, she loves to crochet and cuddle with her cat while watching a good movie.
Passionate about nurturing understanding and leadership within her community, Dana actively participated in numerous multi-national programs fostering dialogue throughout high school. She is committed to positive change, and is continuing her journey as a Student Program Coordinator at MEET, supporting the next generation of change-makers.
Dana spends her free time making music or building Lego sets. Surprise - she is also a MEET alumna!
Shada has worked as an Arabic teacher in the “Navy” and “Intensive” programs at the University of Haifa International School.She also worked in learning centers, teaching English as a second language. After that, she took on the role of a student coordinator in MEET.Shada has a B.A. in Art History and English Literature, as well as an M.A. in English Literature. In her free time, she loves reading and watching bad reality TV.
Mayar Jubran holds a degree in international relations and political science from EMU and serves as a student coordinator at MEET. She is dedicated to conflict mediation and empowering Israeli-Palestinian youth through dialogue, diplomatic engagement, and cross-cultural collaboration, with experience at Tech2Peace, National Geographic, Givat Haviva, Hands of Peace, and Jerusalem Peacebuilders.
Originally from Brazil, Salo is a history educator with several years of experience in schools. He holds a B.A. in History and Education and is pursuing an M.A. in Cultural Studies at HUJI. Since moving to the region in 2021, he has focused on youth and social impact. Passionate about learning, dialogue, and human connection, Salo also enjoys expressing himself through music, especially guitar.
As a Student Program Coordinator at MEET, Salina is passionate about supporting young people and helping them realize their full potential. With a background in psychology and years of involvement in youth movements focused on creating a better future for the next generation, she brings empathy, experience, and dedication to her work. Salina accompanies students throughout their entire journey in the program, encouraging growth, fostering connection, and guiding them toward a brighter future.
Tamar was born and raised in Milan and moved to the region by herself when she was 15.This is her first time working for an NGO which is a transition she is excited about. Tamar has worked in many administrative roles including the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Education, and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Tamar is a Sociology & Anthropology student at the Open University of Israel.She now lives in Jerusalem with her boyfriend and their dog. She likes TV, photography, and art.
Noura is passionate about education, community building, and youth empowerment. With a B.A. in Psychology and Education from HUJI, she focuses on inclusive development and social change. At MEET and beyond, she blends creativity, empathy, and curiosity, whether supporting young leaders or exploring her love for perfumery and art.
Shaked joined MEET as a student and graduated in 2020.
Since then she was a Computer Science Teaching Assistant, Computer Science instructor, Entrepreneurship Teaching Assistant, and is currently a Student Program Coordinator. Shaked is always looking for the next challenge. She loves meeting new people and most of all working with MEET students. In her free time Shaked likes baking pastries, reading and playing with her dog Ruby.
Sophie grew up in Alabama, and in August 2018 started pursuing her B.Sc in Biological engineering and Computer Science. At the end of 2019 Sophie became the MEET student coordinator at MISTI
Aya graduated from Tel Aviv University with Executive MA in Educational Management & Leadership. Her BE.D.F.A is in Film studies and she worked in the film industry as a Film Editor for ten years before joining MEET. Starting out as a Student Program Coordinator, she has taken on the role of Head of Curriculum, with the intention of elevating the standards of our Student Program.
Currently, a Ph.D. student at Haifa University, hoping to bring dialogue and participatory leadership into the educational systems. Aya was a board member of Amutat Midburn and a volunteer in its production team every year since 2015.
Loai graduated from MEET in 2017 and has been involved with MEET ever since; From serving as a teacher assistant, to an instructor of CS, he is now leading the Computer Science curriculum with all its operations; mentoring and training leads, instructors and TAs to deliver a curriculum he has been working on for several years.
Loai is currently following his passions, studying Digital Games in Cologne, Germany; Whilst working on several other projects including start-ups and serious games.
Andrei graduated from Earlham with a BA in Non-Profit Management and International Studies in 2019, after which he discovered his passion for transformative education. Andrei was heavily involved in the admissions process at his University and volunteered at ARDC and other educational organizations before joining MEET as a Student Program Coordinator.
During his free time, Andrei loves reading, singing, and playing the piano.
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