Deemah AlYahya is a Saudi digital economy expert and a tech diplomat who serves as the Secretary-General of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO). The DCO is the world’s first standalone intergovernmental global organization focusing on accelerating digital transformation and advancing digital economy, while empowering women and youth. As the Secretary-General, AlYahya is an advisor, connecting heads of state, government ministers and private sector digital economy leaders together. She facilitates multilateral, multistakeholder digital cooperation to bridge the gap, bringing all digital economy key stakeholders to co-design high-impact initiatives to ensure every country, business, and person has a fair opportunity to prosper in an inclusive and sustainable digital economy. AlYahya is an Edison Alliance champion for digital inclusion, advocating for equitable access to technology for all. As a Commissioner with Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development, she is committed to fostering digital cooperation to ensure universal connectivity and bridge the digital divide. AlYahya additionally serves on several boards, including SNB - Saudi National Bank, SAIP – Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property, SCAI – Saudi Company for Artificial Intelligence, and SAFCSP - The Saudi Federation for Cyber Security, Programming, and Drones.