
CTO of the Year 2020

Here are the companies that recognize the power of diversity and won the WomenTech Network
CTO of the Year 2020 :
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Patrizia Guaitani
IBM
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Si-Hui Tan
Horizon Quantum Computing
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Louise Buson,
Global Savings Group
Congratulations!
We are looking forward to hearing their stories at the WomenTech Global Conference 2021 June 7-11
Selection: Jury
Requirements: Complete application
Recognized contributions: Demonstrating initiative with the focus on innovation and impact through technological leadership as head of global IT, while fostering diversity, inclusion and belonging.
The WomenTech CTO of the Year Award recognizes CTOs who have managed to lead their companies to the next level by demonstrating leadership and innovation that has elevated their products and services through technology, while celebrating diversity and inclusion. Those who receive this honor represent the role model other CTOs should strive for if they want to make a real impact.
Recognition of this award will be given in a special assembly during the WomenTech Global Awards.
The WomenTech CTO of the Year Award recognizes annually up to three honorees in recognition of their outstanding achievements as the most successful CTOs. The Award honors individuals. Nomination for the award requires a complete application profile. All nominated applications will be publicly visible. A digital award certificate is issued and a photograph of award winner will be on display on the WomenTech Network website to acknowledge that individuals’ success and to encourage other leaders to strive to achieve this prestigious award.
Award Finalists

Congratulations to our finalists!
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Jules Coleman
Resi
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Mamta Bakliwal
Empower Integrated Solutions (P) Ltd
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Veena Somareddy
Neuro Rehab VR
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