OUR MENTORS
THEY BELIEVE WOMEN ARE THE FUTURE
Our mentorship program wouldn’t be possible without our incredible team of mentors. They’re professionals from a wide range of fields (marketing strategists, business developers, financial advisors, IT specialists, coaches, and more) who volunteer their time to support the women in our program. Some are entrepreneurs themselves. Others come from corporate backgrounds. All of them share a commitment to helping women grow their ideas into solid, sustainable projects.
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Thoughtful, generous and curious.
WHO THEY ARE
Our mentors are not just experts. They don’t show up to give all the answers… they’re here to ask good questions, offer perspective, and walk alongside each entrepreneur through real challenges and growth.
Each mentor brings something different
MENTORSHIP WITH HEART
Many of our mentors are experienced professionals with 10+ years in their field, founders and business owners, and specialists in their industries.
Some offer big-picture strategy. Others focus on day-to-day structure and decision-making. Many share valuable tools, insights, or even connections.
But what makes this team special is the human side. Our mentors listen. They encourage. They hold space for uncertainty and progress. And they do it with care.
"Being a mentor at Tara for Women is not only about teaching. It’s about being present for someone who’s building something from the ground up."
Meet Our Mentors
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Christina Saad
With deep expertise in international law, contract negotiation, and risk management, Christina brings a global perspective to help women entrepreneurs navigate legal frameworks, ensure compliance, and build strong, sustainable businesses.
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Ziad Jreijiri
With a strong background in early-stage startups, fundraising, and product development, Ziad brings valuable hands-on experience to help women entrepreneurs refine their business models, secure funding, and scale their ventures with confidence.
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Federico Tagliani
With extensive experience in business development, corporate strategy, and digital transformation, Federico has helped scale companies, lead M&A processes, and drive growth across global markets. His expertise in operations, governance, and financial strategy will be invaluable to women entrepreneurs seeking to structure, scale, and sustain their businesses.
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Samantha Lliteras
A seasoned marketing strategist, Samantha has successfully launched high-growth startups, including unicorns and award-winning companies. With her expertise in media buying, multi-channel campaigns, and data-driven marketing, she’ll be a valuable resource for women entrepreneurs looking to build strong brands and expand their market presence.
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Alejandro Rojas
A seasoned investor, executive leader, and strategic advisor, Alejandro brings extensive experience in finance, business development, and cross-border growth. His guidance has helped founders transform vision into structure and ambition into action, and we’re grateful to have him back to support women-led ventures on their journey to success.
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Nani Quinteros
With a background in media, branding, and strategic communications, Nani brings a 360º approach to business development. Her expertise at The Objective Media, helping translate creative vision into commercial results, will be invaluable for women entrepreneurs focused on visibility, storytelling, and growth.
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Maria Margarita Rodríguez
With experience in business transformation, impact strategy, and sustainable development, Maria leads international teams as Co-founder of Cirkular and Country Manager at BTConsortium Spain. Her expertise in strategic partnerships and social innovation will help women entrepreneurs build resilient, purpose-driven businesses.
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Julian Rojas Garcia-Reyes
With a global legal career in corporate law, commercial contracts, and M&A across Europe and Latin America, Julian brings invaluable expertise to our community. His guidance will help women entrepreneurs navigate legal challenges, protect their vision, and grow with confidence.
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Sofia Vinagre
With over 20 years of experience in marketing and communication across FMCG, luxury, retail, and services, Sofia has shaped strategies for both multinational and Portuguese companies. As an ESG consultant and trainer, she’ll help women entrepreneurs build purposeful brands and integrate sustainability into every aspect of their business.
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Maite Mugica
With over a decade of experience in content marketing, SEO, and brand strategy, Maite has helped both startups and global brands connect with purpose. Her passion for empowering women and building inclusive communities will be invaluable as she guides entrepreneurs in growing their businesses and shaping authentic stories.
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Carlos López-Ratón
With over 20 years of experience in banking, risk management, and fintech, Carlos brings unmatched expertise in financial systems and regulatory frameworks. His guidance will help women entrepreneurs navigate financial strategy, regulatory readiness, and sustainable growth as they scale with confidence and purpose.
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Cristina Gil Rey
At the intersection of innovation, ethics, and entrepreneurship, Cristina empowers women to build tech-driven businesses with purpose. As CEO of Milbrait Asesores and ambassador for Women in Data Science at Stanford, she brings deep expertise in AI, legal strategy, and sustainable innovation. Cristina supports women entrepreneurs in crafting future-ready strategies.
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Silvana Restrepo
With a visionary approach to digital storytelling and strategic design, Silvana brings a rare blend of creativity, human insight, and purpose-driven thinking. She helps women entrepreneurs craft authentic digital experiences that connect deeply with their audiences and reflect their mission. She has been a strategic volunteer and a key contributor to the operations of our Foundation.
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Adela Martín Ruiz
With over 15 years of senior executive experience in the financial sector, having led private banking in Spain for Bankinter and Banco Santander, her leadership journey is marked by strategic insight, global perspective, and a constant drive for innovation. From board governance to digital transformation, Adela has helped shape the future of financial services—always with a forward-looking, human-centered approach.
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Khalil Achkar
With over two decades of leadership in B2B SaaS, product development, and global sales strategy, Khalil brings a powerful combination of analytical thinking and people-centered leadership. As Vice President at Global Blue, his work has driven growth and innovation across markets worldwide—always with an eye toward efficiency, empowerment, and lasting impact.
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Maria Paz Arana
Paz’s journey began in the world of interior design and evolved into a dynamic career in communications—where creativity, strategy, and heart converge in everything she does. With a background spanning design, communication strategy, social media, and experience design, she helps brands find their voice and connect meaningfully with the world.
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María Isabel (Mary) Cabezas
Mary is responsible for the mentorship team. Mary has a background and experience in Information Engineering. During her academic training, she received several awards for academic excellence and actively participated in research projects focused on improving operational efficiency and implementing innovative technological solutions.
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Eva Delgado
Eva is an award-winning journalist, digital strategist, and content creator with over two decades of experience leading communications across television, digital platforms, and health sectors. Today, she drives digital content strategies that bring powerful narratives to life and amplify their reach to broader audiences.
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Our mentors often stay connected to Tara for Women even after their mentee’s program ends.
A COMMUNITY, NOT JUST A PROGRAM
They share insights, connect with one another, and continue to grow alongside the women they support. It’s a community of people who believe that impact happens when we work together.