Former minister al-Jaber joins LinkedIn’s list of influencers

Professional network LinkedIn has announced that it has welcomed Dr Hessa al-Jaber, former Minister of Communication and Information Technology in Qatar, onto the platform as an influencer.It is a by-invitation honour extended to only around 500 people around the world. Dr al-Jaber has built a reputation as a regional public personality who is closely associated with the technology sector and social media, and a visionary in the impact and potential of these on Arab society. Recognised as a leading technology influencer in the region, she currently holds prestigious posts such as the United Nations ITU Broadband Commissioner for Digital Development, among others.Dr al-Jaber’s first LinkedIn Influencer blog post, Why My Daughter’s Generation is Facing Challenges Mine Didn’t,   has had more than 18,000 views and more than 1,200 likes. Ali Matar, head of LinkedIn Talent Solutions, Mena, said: “LinkedIn’s Influencer programme has been growing in stature as one of the most exclusive, invitation-only collection of thinkers, doers and leaders.  “Dr Hessa al-Jaber is a natural fit in this group, given her significant contribution to ICT in Qatar and beyond. We welcome her on board LinkedIn as an influencer and look forward to an engaging and enriching experience learning from her.”