Mr. Joudeh currently serving as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Palestine Investment Fund, where he previously served as a board member for nearly three years. He leads the Fund’s strategy to advance key economic sectors like infrastructure, promote national products through quality industrial projects, and attract investment by enabling the Palestine Stock Exchange.

Iyad Joudeh is the founder and the Managing Director of Solutions for Development; a private consulting firm specializing in the field of economic development and business consulting. Mr. Joudeh served as its General Manager for over 15 years, playing a crucial role in providing specialized economic development and business consulting to numerous national and regional organizations. He brings over 30 years of experience in private sector development and business strategy formulation.

A well-known figure in Palestinian business, Mr. Joudeh actively participates in development initiatives that strengthen the private sector and encourage its engagement with the local community. He remains a strong advocate for a supportive business environment and government legislation aimed at boosting the competitiveness of Palestinian products both domestically and internationally. His extensive network and practical experience continue to be key in aligning the interests of the private and public sectors here in Palestine.

During his professional career Iyad held many senior management positions including the Chief Executive Officer of Palestine Trade Center (PalTrade- The national export promotion agency), the Marketing Director of Bethlehem 2000, the General Manager of Development Resource Center and the General Director of the Economic Development Group.

Moreover, Iyad serves as a member in Bir Zeit University’s Board of Trustees (the University’s Treasurer), Mr. Joudeh is also a member of the Boards of Directors of the Palestine Monetary Authority.

Iyad has a finance and management high Diploma through the Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Program, from Boston University and a Bachelor degree in Economics from BirZeit University.