> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.saudiwins.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Deemah AlYahya: Empowering Digital Prosperity and Women’s Leadership - URL: https://www.saudiwins.com/deemah-alyahya-empowering-digital-prosperity-and-womens-leadership/ - Published: 2024-09-11T12:43:00.000Z - Updated: 2024-09-11T12:43:00.000Z - Description: Deemah AlYahya, Secretary-General of the Digital Cooperation Organization, is a leader in digital transformation and women’s empowerment, shaping the future of the digital economy for sustainable growth and inclusion. - Author: Ameer Albahouth - Tags: The Pioneer **Deemah AlYahya** is a transformative leader in **digital transformation**, **innovation**, and **women’s empowerment**, with over two decades of experience in shaping Saudi Arabia’s **digital economy**. As the **Secretary-General of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO)** and **Founder of WomenSpark**, Deemah is driving global cooperation to foster an **inclusive digital economy** while empowering women in **technology** and **entrepreneurship**. Her contributions are critical to advancing **Vision 2030**, where she works to ensure **digital prosperity for all**. ### **Secretary-General of the Digital Cooperation Organization** As the founding **Secretary-General of the DCO**, Deemah leads a global effort to promote **digital inclusion** and foster **cooperation** among public and private sectors to drive **digital transformation**. The DCO, with 16 member states and growing, focuses on advancing **digital innovation**, encouraging **talent development**, and championing **emerging technologies**. Under her leadership, the DCO has become a leading voice for **digital governance**, ensuring that nations and individuals have access to the tools and opportunities needed to thrive in the **digital economy**. Deemah’s work with the DCO reflects her commitment to leveraging technology to **bridge gaps** and create **economic opportunities** for underserved communities. By connecting stakeholders across sectors, she is creating a **global ecosystem** where technology can serve as a tool for **economic empowerment** and **sustainable development**. ### **Founder of WomenSpark: Empowering Women Investors and Entrepreneurs** In 2013, Deemah founded **WomenSpark**, the first Saudi female **angel investment** group aimed at empowering women to become **investors** and **entrepreneurs** in the tech industry. To date, WomenSpark has trained over **26,000 women**, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in **tech entrepreneurship** and **investment**. Deemah’s passion for uplifting women in technology and business is a central theme in her career, where she has consistently worked to provide opportunities for women to lead in traditionally male-dominated fields. WomenSpark has become a vital part of the **entrepreneurial ecosystem** in Saudi Arabia, providing a platform for women to connect, learn, and grow as leaders in the tech industry. Deemah’s vision for WomenSpark is to create a future where **women entrepreneurs** are empowered to drive innovation and economic growth, not only in Saudi Arabia but across the region. ### **Leadership in Digital Transformation and Innovation** Deemah’s experience extends far beyond her work with the DCO and WomenSpark. She has held leadership roles at **Microsoft**, **the Saudi National Digital Transformation Unit**, and **Misk Foundation**, where she has driven **digital innovation** and **strategic transformation**. Her work at Microsoft, where she grew the **regional developer community** and promoted **digital literacy**, earned her multiple awards, including **Best Digital CEO of the Year** and the **Microsoft High Performing Team Award**. As the **CEO of the National Digital Transformation Unit**, Deemah played a critical role in advancing **Saudi Arabia’s digital strategy**, working with ministries to implement policies and infrastructure that would support the Kingdom’s **digital economy**. Her leadership in developing **blueprints for digital transformation** across sectors like health, education, and smart cities has had a lasting impact on the country’s ability to embrace the **fourth industrial revolution**. ### **Board Leadership and Global Influence** Deemah’s influence extends to various global forums and organizations. She serves on the boards of the **Saudi National Bank**, the **Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP)**, and **SCAI**, a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company. Her strategic guidance in **digital innovation**, **corporate governance**, and **intellectual property** helps shape the direction of organizations that are critical to Saudi Arabia’s **economic growth** and **global competitiveness**. As a **Commissioner on the Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development** and a **Champion of the EDISON Alliance at the World Economic Forum**, Deemah is an advocate for **global cooperation** on digital issues. Her work in these roles reflects her belief that **digital transformation** should benefit all, creating **inclusive economies** and reducing inequalities in access to **technology**. ### **A Visionary for Digital Prosperity and Global Cooperation** Deemah AlYahya’s career is a testament to her dedication to **digital transformation**, **women’s empowerment**, and **global cooperation**. Her leadership in creating opportunities for **digital inclusion** and fostering **innovation ecosystems** is helping shape the future of the **digital economy**, both in Saudi Arabia and globally. Through her work at the DCO and WomenSpark, Deemah is championing a future where **technology** drives **prosperity** and **inclusion** for all.