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Recognizing Visionary Women: Globant announces the Europe Winners of Women that Build Awards 5th Edition
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26 Sep 2024
Press Release
- The regional winners of the fifth edition of the Women that Build Awards are María Comín, Director of Pre-University Education at Microsoft Ibérica, as Tech Executive; Tamsin Lejeune, CEO and Founder of Common Objective, as Tech Entrepreneur; and Inés Huertas, Global Head of Data & AI at Kairós DS, as Tech Leader.
- Regional winners will be awarded Udemy scholarships and CoachHub licenses to access courses in technology, business, leadership, and wellness, along with trophies for recognition and a round-trip to Converge, Globant's technology signature event that will be held in New York.
LONDON – September 26th, 2024 — Globant (NYSE: GLOB), a digitally native company focused on reinventing businesses through innovative technology solutions, today announced the Europe winners of Women that Build Awards 5th Edition.
María Comín, winner in the Tech Executive category, has proven herself to be a highly respected innovator in education and technology. At Microsoft, she spearheads initiatives that promote inclusive environments and support individuals with disabilities. Her work is reshaping the corporate landscape, breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for people with disabilities to thrive in the tech sector.
Tamsin Lejeune, winner in the Tech Entrepreneur category, is a visionary entrepreneur shaped by the rich cultural landscapes of Africa, from Zambia to Zimbabwe. Her unwavering commitment to equitable business took a significant leap with the Common Objective (CO) platform, a groundbreaking achievement crowdfunded with £1.5 million. Built on sophisticated technology that integrates ESG data with powerful algorithms and AI, the platform has propelled sustainable suppliers into the spotlight.
Inés Huertas, winner in the Tech Leader category, shines as a beacon of innovation and a strong advocate for women in technology. As the Global Head of Data & Artificial Intelligence at Kairós, Huertas has been at the forefront of pioneering projects, utilizing big data and machine learning to drive significant advancements in fields such as medicine and environmental protection.
"Women that Build Awards is committed to transforming the career and development opportunities for every woman in technology. Not only within Globant but from Globant to the world," stated Wanda Weigert, Global Chief Brand Officer & Executive Director, Globant Argentina. "We understand that the need for change is systemic and involves the ability to effectively coordinate with different institutions, from universities to other companies."
The three winners were selected by an exceptional judging panel which, in the case of Europe, included the participation of:
Cliodhna Nerney, Tribe Tech Lead Staff and Business Channels (Digital) at AIB
Abby Seneor, Chief Data Officer at Greenhill
Esperanza Valbuena, Head of Digital Sales at SAP South of EMEA
Esther Valdivia, CEO and Founder at Mujeres a Seguir
Matthew Dodd, Managing Partner, Global Analytics at Kantar
Martín Umaran, Co-Founder, EMEA President & Chief Corporate Development at Globant
Fernando Matzkin, Chief Business Officer Europe at Globant
"Globant is involved from the beginning to the end of the process of fostering female talent. The Women That Build Awards are part of this journey that seeks to recognize women from all over the world for their work in the realms of technology," said Patricia Pomies, Chief Operations Officer of Globant. "Seeking for gender equality in the industry is not just a response to an ethical vision but is also aligned with the certainty of its contribution to global economic development."
This edition, bolstered by global supporters such as AWS, AON, CoachHub, KPMG, NYSE, and Udemy, continues to elevate the prestige of the Award, which was also guaranteed by the participation and commitment of regional partners in Europe, such as Kantar, allWomen, Alphalist, Geek Girls Portugal, Mujeres a Seguir, Dev Talks, GWTL, Mujeres y Cía, and Tech Women Moldova.
This 5th Edition garnered 2980 nominations, saw 612 candidates, received over 25,000 votes, and spanned 25 countries. Since its launch, the Award has accumulated 350K+ votes, 6.5K + candidates, garnered the support of 170+ organizations, and involved 270+ international judges.
Regional winners will be awarded Udemy scholarships and CoachHub licenses to access courses in technology, business, leadership, and wellness, along with trophies for recognition. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to participate and network in regional celebration events. Global winners will receive recognition at Converge, Globant's technology signature event, including a round trip to attend, and will be showcased on the iconic NYSE Billboard in Times Square in 2025.
The deliberation for the Global Winners will take place soon, when judges will evaluate the Regional Winners and select the Global Winners of the 5th edition of the Women That Build Awards. The prestigious panel of Global Judges includes Melissa Daimler Chief Learning Officer at Udemy; Andrea Pastrana Audit Partner & Leader of DEI at KPMG & Co-Chair at Women Corporate Directors; Cassandra Seier Head of International Capital Markets at NYSE; Madeline H. Serpico, Global Chief Client Experience Officer, Enterprise Clients at AON; Marcia Weiser, Head of Partner Sales LatAm at AWS; Martín Migoya, Co-founder & CEO at Globant and Patricia Pomies, Chief Operating Officer at Globant. Global winners will be announced at Converge, Globant's technology signature event.
For more information about the winners and Awards, visit www.womenawards.globant.com.
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We have more than 29,100 employees and are present in 33 countries across 5 continents, working for companies like Google, Electronic Arts, and Santander, among others.
We were named a Worldwide Leader in AI Services (2023) and a Worldwide Leader in CX Improvement Services (2020) by the IDC MarketScape report.
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