Afeka College presents the Distinguished Alumnus Award to graduates who have made a meaningful, impactful contribution to science, technological progress, or society, and who have had an outstanding effect on their field in Israel and worldwide.

The award is presented annually during the graduation ceremony, and the selection process is conducted by a committee composed of senior leaders from both industry and academia.

Recipients of the Distinguished Alumni Award have excelled themselves through exceptional achievements that transcend national boundaries, serving as a source of inspiration for students, alumni, and the continued advancement of Afeka as a leading institution in engineering education.

Afeka's 2025 "Distinguished Alumnus Award"

  • Lt. Col. (res.) Julia Diament: Principal AI Solutions Architect at Microsoft Security| B.A. in Industrial Engineering & Management at Afeka

    In recognition of her pioneering leadership in technology and her significant contributions to the development of advanced integrated systems with national impact, and for serving as an inspiring role model who has broken glass ceilings in the fields of defense and technology.

    In recognition of her pioneering leadership in technology and her sign…

Afeka's Alumni Award Recipients include

  • 2024: Lt. Col. Barr Inbar: Head of Basmach, IDF | B.Sc. in Software Engineering, Afeka B.Sc. in Software Engineering at Afeka

    B.Sc. in Software Engineering, Afeka B.Sc. in Software Engineering at Afeka In recognition of his service as a visionary leader who combines exceptional professionalism with an inspiring educational, moral and social mission, and for spearheading programs whose graduates make pivotal contributions to national security, while providing opportunities to young Israelis from the social and geographic periphery.

    B.Sc. in Software Engineering, Afeka B.Sc. in Software Engineering at…

  • 2023: Mr. Yaki Noymam, CEO of Doral Energy | B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering at Afeka

    In recognition of his work as an innovative and visionary technological leader in the field of renewable energy, and for his contributions to sustainability and to the global economy.

    In recognition of his work as an innovative and visionary technologica…

  • 2022: Lt. Gen. Liron Elzon, Head of Operational Systems Development Branch, Matzpen Unit, Lotem Division, C4I and Cyber Defense Directorate | B.Sc. in Software Engineering at Afeka

    In recognition of his work as an innovative technology leader, with groundbreaking research achievements that he converted to operational success, and for his contribution to building the IDF's digital power building and to the security of the State of Israel.

    In recognition of his work as an innovative technology leader, with gr…

  • 2021: Merav Davidovits, Senior Director C4ISR Software Application & AI, Elbit Systems C4I & Cyber | Graduate of the Master's Program in Intelligent Systems at Afeka.

    In recognition of her work as a senior manager and leader in a high-tech defense company, with the vision and foresight to identify, develop, and integrate advanced innovative technologies, which have been recognized by the media as flagship projects of Israel's defense system. As one of the few women in her field, she is a role model who has broken the glass ceiling, paving the way for other women to follow in her footsteps.

    In recognition of her work as a senior manager and leader in a high-te…

  • 2020: Elad Tsarfati, Senior Vice President and CEO of Mobileye's IMS Division | B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering at Afeka

    In recognition of his work as a senior engineer and manager at a groundbreaking global company, leading a true transformation in our lives, and for being a representative of rich, innovative, and captivating achievements in various management and development roles. He leads new areas of activity, is a global expert in his field, and an active partner in shaping the strategy of the companies he works with.

    In recognition of his work as a senior engineer and manager at a groun…

  • 2019: Harel Tayeb, CEO of eTeacher Group | B.Sc. in Software Engineering at Afeka

    In recognition of his work as an engineer and manager in the industry, Harel Taieb is a leader in driving real change in our lives. He represents a rich and captivating body of work in his field, holding various leadership and development roles, while demonstrating the ability to integrate innovation within the companies he has been a part of. Harel led the company he currently heads to significant success in the international market.

    In recognition of his work as an engineer and manager in the industry,…