Fatmah Baothman

Fatmah Baothman is a pioneering force in the field of artificial intelligence, widely recognised for her groundbreaking contributions and exceptional leadership. As the first woman in the Middle East to earn a PhD in AI, she has blazed a trail for others to follow, particularly in the niche area of Arabic speech recognition. Her seminal PhD research on phonology-based automatic speech recognition for Arabic laid the foundation for her distinguished academic and professional career. Over more than 25 years, Fatmah has remained at the forefront of AI innovation, blending academic rigour with practical applications that have had a lasting impact on the development of natural language processing technologies.

Currently serving as Associate Professor at King Abdulaziz University’s Faculty of Computing & Information Technology, Fatmah has played an instrumental role in advancing computer science education in Saudi Arabia. Her visionary leadership led to the establishment of the women’s department at the university, shaping a new generation of female computer scientists. Fatmah’s influence extends far beyond the classroom; as the Founder and Board President of the Artificial Intelligence Society, which she established in 2019, she has created a vital platform for AI advancement and collaboration across disciplines and industries.

Fatmah’s achievements are not limited to academia. In 2023, she was appointed CEO of Abdullah AIOthaim Investment, demonstrating her ability to drive digital transformation at the highest levels of business. She has also held numerous leadership positions, including President of the Women Engineers Committee at the Saudi Council of Engineering and Chairwoman of the IEEE Women in Engineering Western Region. Through these roles, she has championed the empowerment of women in STEM fields, tirelessly working to close gender gaps and inspire the next generation of female engineers and AI specialists.

As a respected cyber security speaker, Fatmah Baothman brings an unmatched depth of expertise, combining her extensive academic background with hands-on leadership experience across AI, digital transformation, and optimisation. Her influential publications and practical insights make her a sought-after voice at international conferences, industry forums, and women in tech events. To bring unparalleled insight and inspiration to your event, hire Fatmah Baothman via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency.