A digital survey is available for Mexican angel investors who wish to participate on behalf of the national entrepreneurial ecosystem.

By INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATION | EGADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

EGADE Business School - Tecnológico de Monterrey, Universidad Panamericana, the Mexican Association of Private Equity and Venture Capital Funds (AMEXCAP) and AngelHub Ventures joined forces to launch the First Study on Angel Investment in Mexico.

The objective of this study is to identify and understand the profile of the angel investor in Mexico, a key player in the ecosystem and financing cycle of early-stage startups.

To conduct the study, a digital survey will be launched among hundreds of Mexican angel investors to collect aggregate information on their profiles, investment strategies, industry preferences and project selection criteria.

In addition, the study will also analyze how their participation contributes to the success and growth of the startups in which they invest.

“This study will bring huge benefits to the Mexican entrepreneurial ecosystem since to date there is insufficient information on this important player (angel investor) that complements other players, such as Entrepreneurial Capital Funds or Corporate Entrepreneurial Capital Funds,” mentioned Liliana Reyes, CEO of AMEXCAP.

WHAT IS AN ANGEL INVESTOR?

An angel investor is an individual who wants to diversify his or her portfolio by investing in start-ups and also often providing support through advice or business connections. These investors play a fundamental role in offering timely and necessary financing so that new companies can progress and grow, thus driving countries’ economic and social wellbeing.

“Angel investors are key pillars in Mexico's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Their support translates not only into capital, but also accompaniment, mentoring and even connections. The timely support of an angel investor for an entrepreneurial project is pivotal to its lifecycle… often meaning the difference between reaching the next level or not making it,” commented Mario García Dávila, Managing Partner of AngelHub Ventures.

HOW CAN YOU PARTICIPATE IN THE STUDY?

Angel investors who are interested in participating in this study can find more details and access the online questionnaire through the following link: https://bit.ly/3NJLKt6

Participation is confidential and the results will be presented in a complete report that will be made publicly available to all the players in Mexico's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The nominations celebrate excellence among business schools from the AMBA and BGA global network.

By JOSÉ ÁNGEL DE LA PAZ | EGADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

EGADE Business School - Tecnológico de Monterrey has been doubly recognized through its nomination as a finalist in two categories of the prestigious AMBA & BGA Excellence Awards 2024.

The list of finalists, announced on September 6, encompasses 11 categories that, as a whole, celebrate excellence among business schools, students and graduates that share the values of ambition, impact and integrity of the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and Business Graduates Association (BGA).

The finalists were selected by a jury of international experts.

THE NOMINATIONS

• Best CSR and Sustainability Initiative 2024: EGADE Business School was nominated for its initiative "Social Impact Strategy and EGADE Action Week", led by the Office of Strategic Intelligence. This category recognizes business schools that are taking the initiative in creating a sustainable future and teaching students about social values; as well as making a positive impact in practical and measurable ways.

• Best Innovation Strategy Award 2024: EGADE Business School was nominated for its initiative "Web-based application for the development of leadership competences", led by Professor Sascha Fürst. This category honors a school’s achievement in pushing boundaries in terms of creativity in practice.

The winners of the 11 categories of the AMBA & BGA Excellence Awards 2024 will be announced during the AMBA & BGA Gala Dinner 2024, a highly prestigious event to be held on January 19 next year in London, England.

New students attend welcome sessions in Monterrey, Santa Fe, Guadalajara and Querétaro.

By INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATION | EGADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

More than 400 new students started out on their EGADE Experience during welcome sessions for the September-December 2023 trimester.

Simultaneously, the new students enjoyed a welcome breakfast and networking activities on September 9 at their respective sites in Monterrey, Santa Fe, Guadalajara and Querétaro.

They also had the opportunity to meet the school’s faculty and leaders, as well as their class and program peers.

Horacio Arredondo, dean of EGADE Business School, accompanied the students in Monterrey to welcome them to the school.

 

 

 

 

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The professor moderates discussions on the adoption of responsible financial practices at an event held in the Mexican Stock Exchange.

By INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATION | EGADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

Carlos Vargas, professor in the Department of Finance and Business Economics at EGADE Business School - Tecnológico de Monterrey, offered an outstanding participation within the XXXV IMEF Symposium 2023, as moderator of the pillar on sustainable finance.

The event took place on September 7 and 8 at the Mexican Stock Exchange, in Mexico City, bringing together more than 150 leaders, experts and visionaries in finance.

Vargas moderated the first thematic pillar of the symposium, “Towards a sustainable economy in Mexico: promoting the adoption of responsible financial practices,” in which María Consuelo Pérez Cavallazzi, Country Manager at S&P Global Ratings México; Javier Perochena García, Head of ESG Solutions at Banco Santander México; and Rocío Canal G., ESG Sustainability partner at Deloitte Spanish Latin America, shared their reflections.

Other pillars of the symposium were the economic and fiscal environment, nearshoring, inclusive leadership and artificial intelligence.

“Discussions and knowledge sharing on sustainability, technology and leadership laid the foundation for a promising financial future in Mexico. As we move into the future, these topics will continue to be crucial for driving business success in our country,” commented Vargas, who also acted as vice-president of the symposium.

The event was led by José Domingo Figueroa Palacios, president of IMEF Nacional, and Ramón Alfonso Casanova Hernández, president of IMEF Grupo Ciudad de México, who highlighted the importance of collaboration and innovation in the pursuit of a solid financial future for Mexico.

GRASFI APPOINTMENT

Professor Vargas was invited to join the Board of Directors of the Global Research Alliance for Sustainable Finance and Investment (GRASFI), an international network of leading universities in the field of research and education on sustainable finance and investments, of which Tecnológico de Monterrey is a member.

The appointment was made official within the framework of the 6th Annual GRASFI Conference, held from August 23 to 25 at Yale University, in which Vargas participated as moderator in a session on Firm Performance.

Vargas is the academic leader of the Executive Education program Climate Governance for Board Members and Senior Managers at EGADE Business School, and a member of the Steering Committee of the Impact & Sustainable Finance Faculty Consortium at Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management.

His book, Sustainable Finance Fundamentals, was recently published by the British publishing house Routledge.

The finalist teams presented their proposals to a jury of experts from BanCoppel, Hey Banco, BBVA, AFIRME, Interprotección, PwC and EGADE Business School.

By JOSÉ ÁNGEL DE LA PAZ | EGADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

EGADE Business School - Tecnológico de Monterrey and PwC celebrated the successful completion of a challenge launched jointly for the development of innovative solutions to improve financial inclusion in Mexico.

The final of the challenge Breaking Barriers: A Business Case Challenge For Driving Financial Inclusion Through Innovative Technologies took place on August 31 at the Monterrey and Santa Fe sites of EGADE Business School, with the participation of five finalist teams who demonstrated their creativity and strategic skill.

This seven-week challenge initially attracted multiple teams of students from the different EGADE Business School programs, including EGADE MBA, EGADE MBAOnline, Master in Finance, Online Master in Finance and the Ph.D. in Administrative Sciences.

Participating teams were tasked with developing a business model to improve financial inclusion in Mexico, seeking to provide affordable access to essential financial services, including access to credit, payment methods and insurance through innovative approaches.

 

 

 

 

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In the final, the five finalist teams presented their solutions to a panel of experts from BanCoppel, Hey Banco, BBVA, AFIRME, Interprotección, PwC and EGADE Business School.

Each presentation bears testimony to the creativity and dedication of the students in the search for solutions that will transform the financial landscape of Mexico.

Finally, the “Challengers” team, made up of Dante Abramo, Marco Cabello and Juan Palacios, Master in Finance students in Monterrey, was victorious thanks to their project “EliG, a disruptive and inclusive fintech.”

The PwC and EGADE Business School Business Case Challenge showcased not only the students’ talent, but also the importance of collaboration between academia and industry to address critical business challenges.

This year, the exclusive event for the EGADE EXATEC (Alumni) community took place on the Tec Mexico City Campus.

By JOSÉ ÁNGEL DE LA PAZ | EGADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

Approximately 100 graduates of EGADE Business School - Tecnológico de Monterrey attended the sixth Annual EGADE Business School Alumni Reunion, the theme of which was “Leadership in the digital era.”

Horacio Arredondo, dean of EGADE Business School, and María Livas, director of Alumni Relations, welcomed the alumnae and alumni to the 2023 edition, which took place on September 2 at the Mexico City Campus of Tec.

To get the meeting started, Cristina Menchaca (OneMBA'15), president of the EGADE Business School Alumni Association and vice-president of Operations and Commercial Human Resources at Aeroméxico, explained the group’s initiatives and presented the board of directors to the attendees.

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A moving part of the event was when Silvia Dávila, president for Latin America and CEO Mexico of Danone, received the 2023 EGADE Alumni Achievement Award, and then offered a speech in which she reflected on having a purpose as a driver in our lives.

👏🏼 ¡Muchas felicidades @silviadav, presidenta de Latinoamérica y CEO de México para @Danone, por recibir el Premio al Mérito #EXATECEGADE! #RAE2023 pic.twitter.com/xZodxo6yzz

— EGADE Business School (@egade) September 2, 2023

“I invite you to find your own definition of success and to always lead by example and always based on your purpose. The best version of yourself doesn’t need you to sacrifice anything. Just be the best and manage your time well. And don’t be afraid to do things, don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Mistakes are part of learning. The worst we can do is to not do things. Never underestimate your authenticity and never underestimate the power you have as an individual,” the award-winner said.

🔵 Junto a @sonicmarina, experta internacional en nuevas tecnologías y disrupción digital, analizamos las próximas grandes transformaciones económicas y tecnológicas del 🌎. #RAE2023 #EXATECEGADE pic.twitter.com/70DS8byxru

— EGADE Business School (@egade) September 2, 2023

Afterwards, the international expert in new technologies and digital disruption, Marina Díaz Ibarra, delivered a conference on diginomics and the acceleration of the new digital economy.

“The world is changing rapidly, as we know, but what’s interesting is that there are some guidelines that tell us where the next revolutions are going. They are going to happen much more rapidly than we thought. Quantum computing already exists, and artificial intelligence is a reality in our daily lives at work, even though it was only launched last November,” commented the former CEO of Mercado Libre in Argentina.

The alumnae and alumni also went back to the classrooms to participate in master classes offered by experts from EGADE Business School.

Durante la Reunión Anual de Egresados #RAE2023, exploramos estrategias de sostenibilidad, liderazgo en equipos multifuncionales e innovación organizacional, guiados por nuestra facultad #EGADE. 🌱🤝💡 pic.twitter.com/IPwRLRxYTI

— EGADE Business School (@egade) September 2, 2023

Within these sessions, Eduardo Aguiñaga, director of Full-Time Programs, expounded on sustainability and the circular economy; Mercedes Poiré, director of EGADE Business School Santa Fe site, addressed the topic of inter-functional leadership; and Ricardo Buitrago, professor in the Department of Strategy and Leadership, analyzed innovative strategies to drive value in organizations.

The gathering came to a close with a musical networking session, thereby offering graduates a space for reunion and learning, in order to remain current and continue to transform their personal and professional development.

The previous evening, approximately 70 alumnae and alumni enjoyed a benefit dinner at Hacienda de los Morales, marking the launch of the campaign EGADE Alumni for Leaders of Tomorrow.

The honoree earned a Master in Business Economics at EGADE Business School; the prize-giving ceremony took place within the 2023 Annual Alumni Meeting.

By INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATION | EGADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

Seeking to honor her outstanding leadership and professional excellence, Silvia Dávila, regional president for Latin America and CEO Mexico of Danone, has been distinguished by EGADE Business School - Tecnológico de Monterrey with the 2023 EGADE Alumni Achievement Award.

This recognition is awarded annually to an EGADE Business School alumna or alumnus who, in his or her professional life, has had a positive impact on businesses, organizations and society.

Dávila, a graduate of the Master in Business Economics from EGADE Business School, accepted her prize during the 2023 Annual Alumni Meeting, held on September 2 at the Tec Mexico City Campus.

“I am extremely honored to receive the Alumni Achievement Award. This recognition encourages me to forge ahead and is a reminder that education transforms lives. There’s no limit to what we can do. Each and every one of the EGADE Business School graduates are leaders in a Mexico that needs us. I would like to invite you to carry on creating and to use your talent to achieve a better community, better businesses and a better country,” Dávila said.

The award winner forms part of a select group of 22 alumnae and alumni of Tecnológico de Monterrey who this year received the Alumni Achievement Award through the different campuses and schools of the institution.

“It gives us great pride to recognize Silvia for her unswerving dedication and for being an exemplary beacon of business leadership. Day after day, Silvia demonstrates an exceptional commitment to professional excellence, inspirational leadership, a profound sense of social responsibility, and a constant search for innovation. She is, without doubt, a role model for our community,” declared Horacio Arredondo, dean EGADE Business School.

Since 2013, the year in which the Award was instituted, its goal has been to recognize the alumnae and alumni who have had a positive impact on Tecnológico de Monterrey and the community, in order to showcase their achievements in areas such as business development, education, science and research, public service, human rights, volunteering, philanthropy, the arts, or sports.

ABOUT THE AWARD WINNER

Silvia Dávila has more than 20 years’ experience in marketing, business development and coaching.

While still a university student, she began her career at McDonald’s México (1989), and, on graduating, joined Procter & Gamble in 1992. In 2004, she moved to Mars México, where, in 2007, she was appointed General Manager of the Chocolate division. In 2010, she became General Manager of the Pet division and then, in 2014, VP and Global Food Chief Marketing Officer for Mars in Belgium.

In 2017, she joined Danone as Regional President for Latin America. She was recently appointed President of EDP & Waters businesses, Latin America, and sits on the Executive Committee of Grupo Danone Global.

Silvia is a strategic leader who drives the development of ideas that promise transformational growth, building solid foundations to offer results today and in the future.

Furthermore, she is passionate about inclusion, women’s development and coaching issues. She is co-chair of CGF LATAM (Consumers Good Forum); board member of Danone Ecosystems; board member and fellow of the International Women’s Forum; member of YPO and Women’s Corporate Directors; and coordinator of the Inclusion and Diversity Forum, CCE and Global Compact Mexico.

She has been included on the list of the most powerful women in business of the magazine Expansión, among other rankings.

The board includes representatives from GMAC member schools and the industry worldwide.

By INSTITUTIONAL COMMUNICATION | EGADE BUSINESS SCHOOL

The Director of Operations and Academic Experience of EGADE Business School - Tecnológico de Monterrey, Ana María Zermeño Padilla, has joined the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) board of directors.

The board includes representatives from GMAC member schools and industry worldwide, with Zermeño Padilla being the only board member from Latin America.

In a press release to announce the new members and new leadership of the Board of Directors, Joy Jones, CEO of GMAC, said: “I am thrilled to have these talented individuals deepening their engagement with the Council, enhancing our board diversity and membership roster. They are bringing valuable perspectives and critical insights to GMAC’s global mission of helping business schools and talent discover and evaluate each other.”

The GMAC member schools select the members of the board.

"It's an honor to have been selected. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute to the success and growth of GMAC. I want to thank the board members for considering me for this position and their vote of confidence. I am eager to bring my skills, knowledge, and experience to support the organization's mission and goals. I firmly believe in the importance of the work that GMAC does and the positive impact on management education worldwide," said Zermeño Padilla, who started her term on July 1.

Zermeño Padilla has a proven track as an academic leader at several institutions among Tecnológico de Monterrey, like Virtual University and Tecmilenio.

At EGADE Business School, she oversees all student academic and life experience, administrative operations, and logistics for in-person and online students.

Before her assignment, she innovated the admissions and enrollment process by implementing automatization and technification improvements.

Zermeño Padilla is a member of the board for Somos El Cambio and Instituto de Formación y Perfeccionamiento Policial de San Pedro, both academic institutions.

She holds a Bachelor's in Business Administration, a Master's in Education and a Ph.D. in Education Innovation from Tecnológico de Monterrey, and a Master's in Business Analytics from EGADE Business School.

Founded in 1953, GMAC is a mission-driven association of leading graduate business schools worldwide.

GMAC administers the GMAT exam and provides world-class research, recruiting tools, and other assessments for the graduate management education industry.