User:Asala Yousef Aqel/sandbox

Asala Aqel is currently working as a junior programmer at Mazaya business services that is based in Ramallah. Asala comes from an information technology and computer science background and has extensive experience in developing and deploying public-facing web applications. She has produced several tourist-specific websites including rozana.ps, nepto.ps, and homestays.ps. Asala is also interested in digital and online marketing and she has practiced her skills in the area for more than 2 years while attending Birzeit University. Asala is passionate about the field of innovation and entrepreneurship and has participated in numerous training programs related to business entrepreneurship and startups including the Palestine India Techno Park, Center for Continuing Education, Rawabi Tech Hub, and Innovation & Entrepreneurship Unit of Birzeit University.

Asala has been an active participant in numerous entrepreneurship development competitions including the Hult Prize, Palestine India Techno Park, and the Palestinian Higher Council for Innovation and Excellence. Recently, Asala has joined the organization team for the Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) Palestine as part of Growth Company for Training and Development in which she managed the portal that featured 75 local organizations and 95 activities.

Asala is looking to further improve her skill-sets and leadership abilities and eyes to become a successful business woman.