Portland, Maine – July 30, 2024 – VETRO, a leading provider of fiber management software, is proud to announce the appointment of Magda Cárdenas as the new president of the Fiber Women’s Committee of the Fiber Broadband Association’s LATAM Chapter. Cárdenas, a seasoned industry veteran with a proven track record in international market development, brings a wealth of experience and strategic vision to this pivotal role.
In her capacity as International Market Development Lead at VETRO, Cárdenas has demonstrated exceptional leadership in driving business growth and fostering strong industry relationships. Her deep understanding of the telecommunications landscape, coupled with her passion for empowering women, makes her an ideal candidate to spearhead the Fiber Women’s Committee.
“We are thrilled to have Magda at the helm of the Fiber Women’s Committee,” said Edna Preuss, Director of Industry Affairs & Member Services at Fiber Broadband Association LATAM Chapter. “Her energy, expertise, and commitment to advancing the role of women in the industry are truly inspiring. We are confident that under her leadership, the committee will continue to thrive and make significant contributions to the development of the telecommunications sector in Latin America.”
Cárdenas’ appointment marks a new chapter for the Fiber Women’s Committee, which has been instrumental in creating a supportive and inclusive environment for women working in the broadband industry. With her guidance, the committee will focus on connecting women in the fiber industry in a space of collaboration and expanding the team of women in fiber to make important contributions in this industry.
“I am honored to take on the role of president of the Fiber Women’s Committee,” said Magda Cárdenas. “I am passionate about empowering women and fostering a thriving telecommunications industry in Latin America. I look forward to working with the committee members to create new opportunities for women, drive innovation, and contribute to the growth of the region.”
Will Mitchell, CEO of VETRO, added, “We are incredibly proud of Magda’s appointment and believe her leadership will be instrumental in advancing the goals of the Fiber Women’s Committee. VETRO is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our industry, and we are excited to see Magda’s contributions to this important initiative.”
The Fiber Broadband Association LATAM Chapter is confident that under Cárdenas’ leadership, the Fiber Women’s Committee will continue to be a driving force in empowering women in the industry and fostering innovation and growth.
ABOUT VETRO
At VETRO, we believe visualizing data unlocks hidden potential, radically simplifying the way businesses operate and digitizing the future of connectivity. We focus on empowering network operators with unparalleled clarity and control over their fiber networks, enabling them to move faster, better, and more efficiently than ever before. Our revolutionary platform isn’t just software – it’s the physical network asset system of record, offering unprecedented visibility and control from strategic planning to daily operations. We empower our customers to bridge the digital divide at a rapid pace, unlock unforeseen opportunities, and squeeze the maximum value from their networks. Let’s illuminate the unseen, digitize the way we connect, and shape the future of connectivity, together.
ABOUT FBA LATAM
The LATAM Chapter is the Fiber Broadband Association’s representation in the Latin American region. The Latin American Chapter is comprised of a diverse group of telecommunications service providers, high-tech manufacturers, and other companies from across Latin America. The goal is to promote the development of next-generation, high-bandwidth Internet, voice, and video services for homes across the region.
Our mission is to promote throughout Latin America the adoption of high-quality fiber optic access networks as a universal bidirectional broadband platform, to promote economic development and improve the quality of life resulting from such adoption in the fields of Education, Health, Defense, and Security of the population.
About FBA LATAM Fiber Women’s Committee
Vision
We believe that the world is a better place when women’s voices are heard. We are confident that companies are most successful when they support and encourage women to reach their full potential. We trust that it is up to us to help recognize, value and empower women in the ecosystem of fiber broadband.
Mission
To connect women in the fiber optic industry in a space of collaboration, support, and empowerment. To promote and expand the team of women in fiber to support and strengthen women who seek to make important contributions in this industry.
