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Khouloud Ayuti
Co-Chief Executive Officer at PresenTense
Khouloud Ayuti is a prominent social activist and the Co-Chief Executive Officer of PresenTense, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship among underrepresented communities, particularly within Israel's Arab population. Growing up in Jaffa, Ayuti has focused her efforts on addressing social gaps and promoting shared societies in Israel and Palestine through various initiatives, including her current role at PresenTense and as the director of the Boustan Foundation.12
In addition to her leadership at PresenTense, Ayuti co-hosts "Seeratech," the first women-led Arabic podcast about tech leaders in Israel, which aims to amplify voices from the Arab community in the tech industry. The podcast features interviews with notable figures in technology and seeks to bridge cultural and informational gaps faced by Arabs in this sector.13
Ayuti's work reflects her commitment to empowering marginalized communities, and she emphasizes the importance of sharing success stories to inspire others. Her initiatives are particularly relevant in the context of rising challenges faced by Arabs in tech, as she advocates for a more inclusive environment.14