On the lighter side of things , we ask the industry experts what makes them tick . . . .

On a personal level , I can highlight the moment when I became a mother . It truly is a unique , indescribable and memorable experience . Professionally , I have had many achievements , including the opportunity to be part of different organizations where I have contributed with my knowledge , skills and strengths . I have also founded six companies , one in the United States and five within the Grupo Aval , among which is the first Multi-Entity Digital Laboratory in Latin America , which bets on innovation and Digital Transformation of our clients . But the most memorable has been the construction and consolidation of the work teams , of which I feel proud and with whom we are building the country .

What first made you think of a career in technology ?

I studied physics and I loved it . However , during my first job at a consulting firm in Boston , they asked me to leverage the programming and data analysis skills I had learned during my studies and apply them to developing customized software for multinational companies . In that job , I felt the power of technology : the efficiency ( a small team with laptops ) that could design a program in 10 countries and the speed of innovation .

After that experience , I decided to build my career in technology . I have been fortunate enough to deepen my use of it to develop and execute strategies in various companies from different countries .

What style of management philosophy do you employ in your current position ?

More than philosophy , I like to talk about inclusive and equitable leadership style , in which the same opportunities for development and growth can be guaranteed to all members of an organization , regardless of gender . I believe in the importance of empowering diverse teams .

What do you think is the current hot technology conversation topic ?

I believe it is vital to highlight the conversation generated around Artificial Intelligence and the

A leader should strive to be a good and professional human being .

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