ClarkeModet appoints María Garaña, former director of Google and Microsoft, as global CEO

An exceptional career path

Garaña will lead the leading industrial and intellectual property group to promote its growth, international expansion and development of technological solutions.

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The renowned manager with extensive experience in the technology sector, Maria Garana, assumes the position of Global CEO of ClarkeModet, leading group in industrial and intellectual property services in Europe and Latin America. Starting June 11, Garaña will lead growth, international expansion and the development of innovative technological solutions for the firm.

 

Garaña has a solid professional career in the field of innovation and digital transformation, having held positions of high responsibility in renowned technology companies such as Google and Microsoft. At these companies, he led strategic projects, drove acquisition integration, and led professional services management.

 

His experience will be essential to drive ClarkeModet's commitment to technological innovation in the field of intellectual property. The firm aims to protect the ideas and creations of its clients through disruptive and cutting-edge solutions.

 

ClarkeModet consolidates itself as a leader in its sector in Spanish and Portuguese speaking countries, managing more than 13% of the patents requested in the region and being the largest applicant for international trademarks

 

Recognitions and experience

Garaña has a degree in Business Law from the University of San Pablo CEU and has an MBA from Harvard University. In addition to her notable professional career, she has been a member of the boards of directors of various European companies and has received numerous awards for her outstanding work in the field of technology and female leadership. Among them, it is worth highlighting the award for the Director of the Spanish Federation of Women Directors, Executives, Professionals and Businesswomen (FEDEPE).

 

Commitment to growth and innovation

 

“ClarkeModet is a benchmark in a constantly evolving sector, where technology plays a crucial role. The company has consistently innovated throughout its 145-year history without compromising its core values. I am taking on this new challenge with a strong commitment to leading the group’s growth, leveraging technology and innovation, and consolidating our international position,” says Garaña.

 

ClarkeModet, founded in 1879 and with 100% Spanish capital, is the leading group in industrial and intellectual property in Europe and Latin America. With a presence in 13 countries and a team of more than 500 specialized professionals, it offers comprehensive services worldwide. In 2023, it had operations in 195 countries.

 

The firm accompanies public and private organizations on their path to innovation, providing them with strategic advice in the management of their intellectual and industrial property assets, from obtaining financing to the protection and defense of their rights.