Latin America. Johnson Controls recognized five Latin American female engineers for their contribution to the development of innovative and sustainable solutions in sectors such as HVACR, automation, critical infrastructure, energy and data centers, within the framework of International Women in Engineering Day.
The company stressed that this recognition seeks to make visible the role of women in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) disciplines, as well as to promote greater female participation in industries where they have historically been underrepresented.
"In Latin America, we are proud to see more women leading complex engineering projects, participating in strategic decisions and driving innovation," said Daniela López, Business Development Leader for Colombia and Central America at Johnson Controls. According to the executive, the contributions of these professionals are essential to develop increasingly intelligent and sustainable solutions for clients and communities.
Five engineering benchmarks in the region
The company recognized the trajectory and leadership of five professionals representing different strategic areas of the organization in Latin America:
- Celina Bacellar (Brazil), Regional Product Manager of Industrial Refrigeration for Latin America, has more than three decades of experience in HVACR and has contributed to the development of sustainable refrigeration technologies.
- Carolina González Maya (Mexico), Regional Sales Manager Systems, has more than 30 years of experience in the industry, during which she has led high-performance teams and promoted a greater female presence in leadership positions.
- Daniela López (Colombia and Central America), Business Development Leader, has built a career that reflects the growing role of women in technical and strategic decision-making within the sector.
- Vanessa Laverde Mileo (Chile), Key Account Manager for Mining and Global Accounts, applies her experience in electrical engineering and automation to strengthen innovation and reliability in mining operations.
- Diana Valverde Bermúdez (Costa Rica), Technology Manager of the Global Center of Excellence in Security, participates in the development of solutions adapted to the needs of customers, highlighting the value of incorporating diverse perspectives in the design and implementation processes.
Promotion of female talent
In addition to individual recognition, Johnson Controls reaffirmed its commitment to the professional development of women in engineering through programs such as the Women's Global Network and Women in Leadership, as well as sponsorship of memberships in the Society of Women Engineers. These initiatives offer mentorship, training, and growth opportunities to strengthen the next generation of female engineers in the region.
With this recognition, the company seeks to highlight the impact that diversity has on innovation and the development of solutions aimed at energy efficiency, sustainability and the technological transformation of infrastructure in Latin America.
