Nine business leaders in Colombia shared their experiences balancing motherhood with company management, in the context of Mother's Day. They highlighted sacrifices, organization and family support networks to fulfill both roles. The presence of women in senior positions continues to grow according to recent data.
According to a report published on May 9, executives such as Paula Cortés Calle of Anato and Luz Ángela Castro of Ocesa Colombia explained the challenges of maintaining balance between work and family. Cortés Calle noted that discipline and teamwork are key, while Castro emphasized the power of setting an example for children.
Other leaders like Liliana Restrepo Arenas of Frisby and Catalina Gómez of Bayer mentioned time management and constant prioritization as main challenges. Restrepo Arenas expressed gratitude for motherhood and Gómez highlighted building support networks to delegate responsibilities.
Erika Zarante of Latam Airlines Colombia and Raquel Bernal of Universidad de los Andes added that women must overcome guilt for being ambitious and focus on quality moments with their children. The article also included testimonies from Natasha Avendaño, Nubia Motta and Laura Valdivieso on how motherhood strengthens skills such as empathy and decision-making.
