In an era marked by an acceleration of technological advancements and innovation, the role of women in the tech industry has never been more critical. Recognizing the need for gender equality and the value of diversity in shaping the future, Globant is proud to announce this year’s Women that Build Awards regional winners.
The Women that Build Awards’ 2023 edition marks another significant step towards Globant’s commitment to promoting gender equality and achieving parity in leadership roles, reaching 50% of our management positions with women and gender-diverse candidates. This global event has grown stronger each year, representing a platform that celebrates the stories and accomplishments of women who lead, innovate, inspire, and drive positive change in the tech industry.
Beyond being a mere ceremony, the Women that Build Awards occasion presents a chance for the worldwide community to unite, gain knowledge, establish connections, and draw inspiration. Participants will be granted entry to workshops, keynote presentations, networking opportunities, and virtual exhibition areas, all working together to cultivate cooperation and empowerment.
The importance of gender parity cannot be understated. To face this challenge, the Women that Build Awards provide the following:
- A crucial platform for addressing this gap.
- Mobilizing and acknowledging the contributions of women in technology.
- Striving for a more balanced and inclusive industry.
The 2023 categories
The Women that Build Awards this year focused on two main categories.
Inspiring Leader: Women who are role models and a source of inspiration for other colleagues by promoting diversity and inclusion in the business environment and who promote STEAM in media. Such as VPs, managers, directors, leaders, founders, or Subject Matter Experts with 5+ (five) years of experience positively impacting the STEAM field.
Rising Star: Talented women with at least five years of experience starting a career in technology by being an entrepreneur, founder, or co-founder of a startup with a business offering related to STEAM. They show a high level of competence, creativity, and leadership skills. Diversity and inclusion are essential values for them, which they actively try to include in their teams and business culture.
The prize
This year, regional winners will receive an executive coaching program from Coach Hub and a Udemy Business license to use according to their language, needs, and career projections. At the same time, they will be participating as candidates in the Global Women that Build Awards.
The regional winners
Argentina
- Inspiring Leader: Rosana Hadad Salomon
- Rising Star: Magali Bejar and Joia Nuñez
Brazil
- Inspiring Leader: Tatyane Calixto
- Rising Star: Anny Caroline Pinheiro Pereira
Chile
- Inspiring Leader: Teresita Morán
- Rising Star: Valentina Muñoz Zapata
Colombia
- Inspiring Leader: Mercedes Quintero
- Rising Star: Yael Natalia Mendez Chaparro
India
- Inspiring Leader: Dr. Srimathy Kesan
- Rising Star: Pavithra Nagaraj
Mexico
- Inspiring Leader: Maria Jimenez
- Rising Star: Karime Guillen Libien
Peru & Ecuador
- Inspiring Leader: Jennifer Samaniego
- Rising Star: Ornella Paz
Rest of Latam
- Inspiring Leader: Maria Alejandra Rodríguez Le Maitre
- Rising Star: Doris Hernandez-Argueta
Uruguay
- Inspiring Leader: María Pia Garat
- Rising Star: Analía Gimenez
USA & Canada
- Inspiring Leader: Lalitha Murali
- Rising Star: Jaloree Lantigua
Spain and France
- Inspiring Leader: Chiagorom Oghotuama
- Rising Star: Amaia Rodríguez
United Kingdom
- Inspiring Leader: Hauwa Yakubu
- Rising Star: Carrie Ann Booth
Learn more about this unique Globant event and join the celebration where Global winners will be announced here.
