Eva Carranza
About Eva Carranza
Eva Carranza serves as the Head of ESG & Sustainability at Hexagon AB, where she leads the company's sustainability vision and strategy. With extensive experience in sustainability across various industries, she has held significant roles at organizations such as Hexagon Geosystems, Holcim, and BASF.
Work at Hexagon AB
Eva Carranza currently serves as the Head of ESG & Sustainability at Hexagon AB, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she leads the company's sustainability vision and strategy, focusing on integrating sustainability agendas into the core company strategy. Her leadership aims to drive Hexagon's commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles.
Previous Experience at Hexagon Geosystems
Before her current role, Eva Carranza worked at Hexagon Geosystems as the Global ESG Director from 2021 to 2023. During her tenure, she was responsible for developing and implementing ESG initiatives within the organization, contributing to the company’s sustainability efforts in the geospatial industry.
Career at Holcim
Eva Carranza held multiple positions at Holcim from 2009 to 2021. She served as the Sustainable Development Manager, Corporate Strategy Manager, and Head of Circular Economy, among other roles. Her work focused on integrating sustainability into business strategies and enhancing the company's circular economy initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Eva Carranza has an extensive educational background. She earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of St. Gallen and Esade. She also holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Management from the University of Stuttgart and a Higher University Diploma in Chemical Engineering from Universidad Simón Bolívar. Additionally, she completed the Senior Leadership Development Program at IMD.
Advocacy for Women in STEM
Eva Carranza is an advocate for increasing access to STEM opportunities for women and girls. She emphasizes the importance of self-belief and overcoming imposter syndrome, encouraging women to pursue their interests in STEM fields. She promotes finding allies to support professional growth and development.