On October 8, the closing ceremony for the 2026 edition of the “Programme ” for the Development of Women Leaders, organized by the “ Universidad ORT Uruguay,” was held at the Hyatt Hotel.
The event, titled “Leadership Conversations,” brought together participants and key figures from the program to share experiences and discuss the challenges women face in their professional development and in gaining access to leadership and decision-making positions.
One of the event’s key contributions was the participation of women with diverse professional backgrounds across various sectors, which allowed for the incorporation of academic, business, and management perspectives into the conversation about women’s leadership.
The speakers included Romina Remy, Principal & Business Development at Stanton Chase; Dr. Ximena Fernández, academic coordinator of the Management Graduate Programs at the ORT Business School; Laura Raffo, MBA, director of Antel and professor of Business Planning at the School of Administration and Social Sciences; and Mariella de Aurrecoechea, MBA, dean of the school; and Carolina Sur, financial educator and author of the books *From Spender to Investor* and *Independence Suits You So Well*.
The event provided an opportunity to link the speakers’ professional experiences with the program’s educational objectives, which are focused on developing leadership skills and strengthening the tools needed to take on greater responsibilities within organizations.
The event marked the conclusion of the latest edition of the “Programme ” for the Development of Women Leaders, an initiative that aims to contribute to women’s professional development and their advancement into leadership positions.