value to the partnership between our two great nations,” said Mónica Vázquez, President of the Chamber and General Director of ABANCA in the United States, during her opening speech at the ceremony. “I would like to express our sincere appreciation to the Spain-U.S. Chamber of Commerce for awarding us with the Ponce de Leon, Com- pany of the Year award. We are immensely proud to be recognized for our dedication and commitment to promoting international business relationships and for the transformative work we do on a global scale in Europe & Latin America,” stated Víctor Sierra, CEO of NTT DATA —one of the top 10 global leaders in information technology— after receiving the award. NTT DATA, a global powerhouse in IT services generating over $30 billion, celebrates over 35 years of pioneering innovation and unwavering dedication to transforming businesses and society. The Ponce de León Executive of the Year award was bestowed upon Antho- ny Carroll, President of Powin, who expressed the following upon accep- tance of the award “Receiving this award is a great privilege, highlighting the journey I have taken in the clean energy industry, connecting two remarkable nations —Spain and the United States. It symbolizes a shared victory with my valued colleagues, partners, and clients, highlighting the opportunities that arise when we unite around a common vision. This award encourages us to continually push boundaries and promote posi- tive impact in our industry, all for a sustainable future.“ With a prolific career in the renewable energy sector that began in Spain 20 years ago, Anthony currently presides the American company Powin, a leading pro- vider of renewable energy storage solutions in the United States. www.spainuschamber.com 18 2023 ANNIVERSARY GALA & PONCE DE LEÓN AWARDS