Liza Ateh
2024-2025 Obama Foundation Europe Leader
Head of Economic Opportunity, Google.org Europe, Middle East, and Africa
Latvia
Liza Ateh is head of economic opportunity at Google.org, where she leads their economic opportunity portfolio across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. During her tenure, Liza has developed the first comprehensive strategy for Central and Eastern Europe, focusing on digitally upskilling underserved women and youth in remote areas, and fostering a culture of civic engagement across the region. She also organized the Social Leaders Labs, the first leadership bootcamp for community leaders in Central and Eastern Europe, promoting regional collaboration and knowledge exchange. Liza is passionate about mentoring young women and speaks regularly on social impact, digital skills, and philanthropy in the region.
Meet the 2024-2025 Europe Leaders
More about the Leaders Program
Leaders
For emerging leaders who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing the common good.
Learn More
- The Center
- Building the Center
Join other Obama alumni in coming together to support the naming of the Water Garden at the Obama Presidential Center in honor of the life and legacy of President Obama’s mother, Ann Dunham—as a gift for the President’s 61st birthday.
Learn more
- Defending Democracy
- Leaders
- Watch
- Barack Obama
Watch President Obama share his vision for the Obama Presidential Center during a surprise visit with supporters and stakeholders—a vision for a public space that will honor history, help revitalize the South Side, and connect people throughout the communi
Learn more