Nidia Martinez Quezada

About Nidia Martinez Quezada

Strategic advisor and economic development specialist with expertise in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), and investment policy advisory. With over 15 years of experience across government, multilateral institutions, and the private sector, has led high-impact initiatives in investment promotion, regulatory modernization, and digital transformation to advance sustainable economic growth. Has successfully spearheaded FDI attraction, retention, and expansion initiatives, securing investment commitments, optimizing regulatory frameworks, and enhancing economic competitiveness in emerging markets. Experience includes close collaboration with organizations such as the World Bank, Inter-American Development Bank (IADB), and international development agencies, aligning investment strategies with national development goals. In the digital economy space, specializes in the design and implementation of DPI frameworks, including digital identity systems, verifiable credentials, and secure data exchange platforms. This work ensures that digital transformation efforts are inclusive, resilient, and supportive of investment climate improvements. A recognized leader in stakeholder engagement and coalition-building, brings together governments, technology partners, investors, and development institutions to create scalable, market-ready solutions and policy environments that foster long-term, inclusive growth. Committed to shaping strategies that leverage digital infrastructure and foreign investment as catalysts for economic development across the globe.

Experience

1. Advisor Strategic Partnerships

   Centre for Digital Public Infrastructure - CDPI

   Oct 2024 — Present

   Lead country engagement on verifiable credentials, G2X, and data exchange frameworks supporting digital inclusionDesign government partnership frameworks with Digital Public Service Providers and MultilateralsDevelop digital economy strategies for identity systems, payment platforms, and data governanceProvide thought leadership on regulatory frameworks and cybersecurity to foster trusted digital ecosystemsTransform DPI models into scalable solutions leveraging AI, blockchain, and cloud technologiesRepresent CDPI in high-level forums to secure partnerships with governments, private sector, and development partners​

Education

• ISDE

  MSc, International Law, Foreign Trade & International Relations, Corporate Law, Banking Law and Corporate Structure

  2012 — 2013

• Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra

  Law Degree, Comercial Law, Banking Law and Corporate Law

  2005 — 2010

• Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra

  Bachelor of Laws - LLB, International Law and Legal Studies

Skills

• Risk Management
• Competition Law
• M&a Experience
• Corporate Finance
• Legal Issues
• Mediation
• Civil Litigation
• Contract Law
• Property Law
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Trademarks
• Cross-Border Transactions
• Consumer Law
• Family Law
• Document Drafting
• International Relations
• European Law
• Banking Law
• Public Policy
• Joint Ventures
• International Law
• International Arbitration
• Arbitration
• Dispute Resolution
• Policy
• Legal Compliance
• Legal Research
• Copyright Law
• Economics
• Corporate Law
• Intellectual Property
• Patent Litigation
• Corporate Governance
• Foreign Investment
• Legal Opinions
• Due Diligence
• Administrative Law
• Legal Writing
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Securities Regulation