Earning the top position, Olfa Chaieb is recognised for her profound mastery in building and protecting global IP portfolios. With 25 years of experience as a Managing Director and IP Counsel, her submission demonstrates a clear track record of developing long-term protection strategies for foreign companies across the Tunisia & Maghreb region, ensuring brand value and business growth in complex emerging markets. This high-level strategic impact places her at the pinnacle of this category.

Securing a top-two rank, Liliane Roriz's 50-year career as a Partner exemplifies sustained excellence and deep influence. Her narrative highlights a career managing complex, high-stakes IP portfolios for major corporations, particularly in patent and technology law. This extensive, high-impact strategic experience and her clear role in shaping a leading firm’s practice confirm her position as a global leader in IP strategy.

Ranked in the top three, Anna Maria Stein's 28-year career provides her a unique, forward-thinking perspective on portfolio management. Her submission details her role in developing and managing global IP portfolios, with a strong emphasis on aligning IP strategy with commercial objectives, particularly in high-stakes transactions. This blend of strategic foresight and commercial acumen solidifies her elite ranking.

A preeminent leader in this category, Virginia Cervieri is recognised for her 30-year career spent building and managing extensive IP portfolios. Her submission demonstrates a comprehensive, firm-wide approach to IP strategy, coordinating complex actions for clients across Latin America. Her significant overall impact on the practice and her clear role in portfolio development secure her top-tier ranking.

Ranking among the best, Anamarija Stancic Petrovic is celebrated for her 29 years of experience and senior executive leadership as Head of EECA IP. Her submission demonstrates her direct involvement in developing IP strategies and managing complex, multi-jurisdictional portfolios for clients, with a strong focus on aligning intellectual property with commercial and business objectives. This executive-level strategic vision and her proven regional and global impact place her firmly in the top 10

Securing a top position, Uzoamaka Emerole's 22-year career as a Partner and Head of IP demonstrates exceptional leadership. Her submission details her role in advising a diverse range of clients on the strategic management of their IP portfolios, from creation to enforcement. This hands-on, high-level strategic advisory work in a key emerging market confirms her excellence.

A leader in this category, Elvira Andrade's 46-year career shows a profound depth of experience in IP strategy, particularly in patents. Her submission highlights her work in managing sophisticated patent portfolios and advising on technology transfer, showcasing her ability to navigate complex technical and legal landscapes. This deep strategic expertise and long-term impact earn her this top-tier recognition.

Securing her place in the Top 10, Natalie Glitzenhirn Augustin's 30-year career as Managing Director and Founder shows a dedicated focus on holistic IP management. Her submission details her direct responsibility for the strategic management of both international and national IP portfolios for her clients. This hands-on, comprehensive approach to portfolio strategy earns her this distinction.

Ranking as a top-tier leader, Pirke Fustinoni's 30-year career, including her role as First Vice President, demonstrates excellence in corporate IP strategy. Her submission outlines her responsibility for the company's global IP portfolio, developing strategies for IP capture, and managing budgets. This comprehensive, in-house strategic oversight and leadership solidify her high ranking.

Rounding out the Top 10, Laura Collada's 35-year career demonstrates a deep, long-term commitment to IP. Her narrative showcases her extensive involvement in developing and managing IP strategies, helping clients protect their assets through strategic filing and maintenance. This foundational experience and her role in guiding clients' long-term IP success secure her position in this category.