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Raquel Seville appointed president of JTDA

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New 2026-2028 Board of Executives set to lead Jamaica’s digital future

The Jamaica Technology & Digital Alliance (JTDA), formerly Jamaica Computer Society (JCS), has announced the appointment of Raquel Seville as President, alongside the induction of its new Board of Executives for the 2026-2028 term. 

As a leading advocate for Jamaica’s ICT sector and a longstanding pillar of the country’s technology landscape, JTDA’s new leadership team comes at a critical time as Jamaica strengthens its position within the global digital economy. 

Raquel Seville, a data scientist and CEO of Dataffluent, assumes the presidency with a focus on industry alignment, SME growth, and the adoption of emerging technologies. Under her leadership, the JTDA aims to strengthen Jamaica’s position as a leading technology hub in the Caribbean by connecting local innovation with international markets.

“Our goal for this term is to continue our advocacy to improve Jamaica’s technology infrastructure, policies and education. We want to ensure that every student, professional, and every business from startups to established enterprises, has the digital tools and community support needed to thrive in a fast-paced global economy navigating geopolitical tensions and rapid automation,” said Seville. “The new board brings a wealth of expertise across AI, cybersecurity, and digital policy that will be instrumental in driving our ‘Empower Locally, Lead Globally’ agenda.”

The 2026-2028 Board of Executives includes:

  • Danielle Mullings – Deputy President
  • Dr Arthur Phidd –  VP of Innovation and Education 
  • Cherie Williams – VP of Finance
  • Yanique Wilson-Douglas – VP of Marketing and Events
  • Melissa Powell – VP of Membership
  • Tricia Rowe – VP of Advocacy and Governance. 

Key priorities for the term include expanding digital export opportunities for SMEs, enhancing tech education partnerships, and scaling the JTDA’s signature industry events.

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