María Cortina is a professional with more than 35 years of experience in Communications, Institutional Relations and Sustainability. During her career, she has stood out for her ability to define and manage teams, strategies and budgets, reporting directly to CEOs and Boards of Directors. Her strategic vision covers national and international scope, as well as diverse sectors, in complex and changing environments. María has held senior management positions in renowned companies such as Telefónica, NH Hoteles, Dircom, Siemens España or Siemens Gamesa, as well as institutions such as the Spanish Ministry of Economy. She is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC),

María stands out for her capacity to adapt to change, creativity and ability to manage relationships with both Boards of Directors and CEOs. She is an expert in strategy definition, risk detection and management, leadership and governance. Her approach focuses on the achievement of objectives and results, with a holistic vision and a solid legal background.