19 November 2025
Bilbao Campus San Sebastian Campus Madrid Headquarters
Clara Fontán, Director of Intelligence and Operations at Corporate Excellence – Centre for Reputation Leadership, and María Porta, Director of Talent, Communication, and CSR at Globalvia, were awarded the first prize and the runner-up, respectively, in the category of women with high potential.
The jury also recognised Teresa Sanjurjo, Director of the Princess of Asturias Foundation, in the category of Woman with a Distinguished Career, as an example for future generations of women executives due to her strong commitment to talent and human-centred leadership, always striving for an inclusive, diverse, and equitable work environment that fosters growth, collaboration, and continuous innovation.
This recognition, promoted by Deusto Business School and Cinco Días with the support of Banco Santander, aims to highlight and promote women’s talent.
The Women and Leadership Awards will be presented in March 2026 at the new Deusto Business School campus in Madrid, at 39 Mateo Inurria Street.
Requirements for submission to the fifth edition
To be eligible for the Women and Leadership Award, applicants must have five or more years of professional experience, a higher education degree and an intermediate English level. In addition, when applying for the competition, candidates had to send their CV and a letter of motivation outlining their five-year career plan, as well as a letter of recommendation.
When making their decision, the jury should take into account factors such as excellent professional performance; behaviour committed to both the company and society; involvement in or promotion of sustainable or innovative projects; the application of good management practices in professional activities; or participation in projects or initiatives demonstrating a commitment to a more just, prosperous, and inclusive society.
The first prize consists of a free registration fee for the Executive MBA and the runner-up prize, 60% of the registration fee.
