Ana Botin — Chair, Banco Santander

**Ana Patricia Botín-Sanz de Sautuola O'Shea** is the Executive Chairman (Presidenta) of Banco Santander, Europe's most valuable bank by market capitalization. Under her leadership, Santander posted Most recent quarterly/annual results for 2024 — a record — making it one of the most profitable banks in the world. Born in Santander, Spain, she earned a BA in Economics from Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania and later pursued graduate studies (MBA) in business.