Heather Leson

Heather Leson is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in digital innovation, community engagement, and project management within humanitarian and technological fields. Currently serving as the Digital Innovation Lead at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) since October 2016, Heather co-leads global digital transformation and data literacy initiatives, significantly impacting 192 national societies. Previous roles include Research Fellow at Climatebase, Program Manager at Qatar Computing Research Institute, and Community Engagement Director at Open Knowledge, among others. Heather's diverse educational background includes a Post-Graduate Diploma in Digital Business Strategies and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History.