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CIOs from Avnet, Bain, Mapfre, and U.S. Navy shortlisted for prestigious award

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 23, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The MIT Sloan CIO Symposium today announced the four finalists for the 19th Annual MIT Sloan CIO Leadership Award. For nearly two decades, the Award has recognized Chief Information Officers (CIOs) who lead their organizations to deliver exemplary levels of business value through innovative use of IT.

"Each year, the applicant pool gets more impressive. After careful evaluations of the many applications and a final decision by our group of past award honorees, we are proud to announce this year’s finalists," said Dr. George Westerman, co-chair of the Award program. "Each is an exceptional CIO driving tangible business results while also being exemplary leaders."

The 2026 MIT Sloan CIO Leadership Award finalists are:

Max Chan, Senior Vice President and Global Chief Information Officer, Avnet Ramesh Razdan, Global Chief Information Officer/Chief Technology Officer, Bain & Company Vanessa Escrivá García, Group Chief Information Officer, Mapfre Justin Fanelli, Chief Technology Officer, United States Department of the Navy

Judging Criteria

After three rounds of extensive review, a panel of judges that includes CIOs, industry thought leaders, and MIT Sloan-affiliated professionals, selected the Award finalists. Each exhibits the key traits of a CIO leader in the following areas:

Exceptional Communicator – Articulates a vision for strategic business value from IT and works across the organization to build partnership around this vision. Focuses communications on value and innovation, not technology. Helps all IT staff to understand the business and speak the language of business leaders. Recognized IT Leader – Clearly demonstrates value-for-money in the management of core IT services – providing the right services at the right price and the right level of quality. Recognized among peers as an effective leader of the IT unit. Driver of Business Value – Understands the business and needs of the CEO, CFO, Line-of-Business heads and other senior executives. Ensures clear focus on potential and realized value in all IT initiatives. Incorporates IT into business decision-making by participating in key strategic conversations, suggesting innovative uses of IT, and for managing risk. CIO-Plus – Exercises authority beyond IT itself. Considered a trusted member of the senior executive team, not just a technology leader. Suggests innovative uses of IT to transform the business and successfully executes the changes. May receive additional non-IT responsibilities such as Chief Operating Officer or VP of Strategy, or strategic temporary roles such as Head of M&A integration.

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Award finalists will be formally recognized during an exclusive dinner at the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium on May 18, 2026, where the winner will be announced. All finalists will have opportunities to share their insights on panels the next day, May 19, as part of the Symposium programming.

To register to attend the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium, taking place May 19, 2026, visit the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium site.

About the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium

The MIT Sloan CIO Symposium is the premier global conference for CIOs and digital business executives. CIOs, CDOs and senior IT executives explore enterprise technology innovations, business practices and receive actionable information that enables them to meet the challenges of today and the future. The Symposium offers a unique learning environment by bringing together the academic thought leadership of MIT with the in-the-trenches experience of leading global CIOs and industry experts. The MIT Sloan CIO Symposium is organized and developed by the MIT Sloan Boston Alumni Association. For more information and to register for this year’s Symposium, visit https://mitcio.com/ and engage with the Symposium on LinkedIn.

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Media Contact: Kathy Keating ProsInComms for MIT Sloan CIO Symposium kkeating@prosincomms.com 617-460-2702

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Mapfre has revised its annual targets, forecasting its return on equity (ROE) to surpass 13% by 2026 and setting a combined ratio target between 93% and 94%.

Both targets are subject to adjustment if inflation rises significantly.

The company's board has authorised a dividend payout of €0.18 gross per share for 2025 results, the largest in the company’s history.

Of this sum, €0.07 was distributed in November last year, with the remaining €0.11 due in May.

This will see a total of €554m paid in cash to more than 150,000 shareholders.

Other financial, strategic and sustainability objectives remain unchanged.

The group reported ongoing changes to its operations, including the introduction of a refreshed brand identity aimed at reflecting changes within the company over the past decade.

On the technology front, Mapfre has accelerated the use of its REEF platform, which is now active in several Latin American markets and parts of Spain.

The company’s Artificial Intelligence Centre completed more than 150 projects in 2025, with around a third involving generative AI.

There have also been improvements to data quality in 28 countries through the Atenea platform, with digital business increasing by 14.6% over the previous year.

Mapfre continues to focus on financial planning services as a core part of its business strategy.

In Iberia, savings-investment products accounted for inflows of €3.2bn last year.

This growth is supported by alliances with partners including Abante and networks of intermediaries.

Workforce development initiatives were also highlighted at the company's Annual General Meeting.

Employees with disabilities now represent 4.2% of staff, while women hold more than a third of management roles.

Shareholders also confirmed the re-election of directors Antonio Huertas, Pilar Perales and Ángeles Santamaría.

Mapfre group executive chairman Antonio Huertas said the performance reflects "the strength of our business model, the strict technical discipline we are applying in all markets, and the strength deriving from our geographic and product diversification.”

Commenting on the Middle East conflict, Huertas added: “We have great confidence in our ability to be resilient in the face of extreme tensions, but the evolution of inflation, interest rates, and the sufficient availability of energy and raw material supplies will set the economic tone for the year, and this will depend on the duration and intensity of the war in the Middle East.”

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Net Attributable Profit: EUR1.08 billion, up nearly 20%. Gross Profit: Exceeded EUR2.4 billion, up 20%. Premiums: Over EUR29 billion, up 20%. Total Income: Exceeded EUR34 billion. Non-Life Combined Ratio: 92.2%, a decrease of more than 2 points. ROE: 12.4%. Shareholders' Equity: Over EUR8.9 billion, up more than 5%. Solvency Ratio: 210% at the end of September. Final Dividend: EUR0.11 per share, a 15.8% increase. Total Dividends for 2025: EUR0.18 per share, up 12.5%. Net Profit - LatAm: EUR365 million. Net Profit - North America: Nearly EUR140 million, up 42%. Mapfre RE Profit: EUR381 million, up 17%. Insurance Revenue: Over EUR26 billion, up 3% at constant exchange rates. Net Result under IFRS: EUR1,133 million. Total Assets Under Management: Almost EUR65 billion, up 9% year-on-year. Third-Party Assets: Over EUR16 billion, up 20%.

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Release Date: February 12, 2026

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

Positive Points

Mapfre SA (MPFRY) achieved a record net attributable profit of EUR1.08 billion, marking an increase of almost 20% from the previous year. Premiums reached an all-time high, exceeding EUR29 billion, up 20% year-on-year. The Non-Life combined ratio improved to 92.2%, the best in 15 years, with a significant reduction in the claim ratio to 65%. The company proposed a final dividend of EUR0.11 per share, a 15.8% increase, marking the highest dividend paid ever. Mapfre SA (MPFRY) maintained a strong capital base with a solvency ratio of 210% and shareholders' equity up over 5% to nearly EUR9 billion.

Negative Points

Currency depreciations, particularly in the Brazilian real, US dollar, and Turkish lira, negatively impacted business volumes. Premium growth in euros was only 3.6%, though it would have been nearly 8% at constant exchange rates. The Life business in Colombia was affected by a negative impact from the loss company due to regulatory changes. In North America, premiums were down over 4% in euros due to US dollar depreciation. The company faced challenges in Mexico and Colombia due to regulatory changes, impacting VAT treatment and minimum wage increases.

Q & A Highlights

Q: What impact do you foresee from regulatory changes in Colombia and Mexico for 2026, and can you offset these with premium adjustments? A: (Antonio Huertas Mejias, CEO) The regulatory changes in Colombia and Mexico are significant but manageable. In Mexico, the VAT-related cost increase will be addressed through premium adjustments during renewals after the second quarter. In Colombia, the impact of the minimum wage increase is limited to specific life products already in runoff, so the impact is minimal.

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Q: How does the North American business plan to handle potential weather-related claims, and what is the status of the AAA contract renewal? A: (Antonio Huertas Mejias, CEO) The North American business is prepared for standard weather events, and the recent storms have not had a material impact. Regarding the AAA contract, it will not be exclusive after 2026, but we have other distribution capacities to manage this transition smoothly.

Q: With most targets being met, will you consider more ambitious goals in your strategic plan? A: (Antonio Huertas Mejias, CEO) We are pleased with our current performance and are considering more ambitious targets, but any changes will be discussed at the AGM.

Q: How is AI expected to impact Mapfre's business and distribution channels? A: (Antonio Huertas Mejias, CEO) AI is being integrated into our distribution initiatives, enhancing customer service and product accessibility. While AI can improve efficiency, our model remains focused on personal relationships and expert advice.

Q: What is the outlook for Brazil's profitability given the anticipated interest rate changes? A: (Jose Luis Jimenez Guajardo-Fajardo, CFO) Lower interest rates in Brazil would positively impact our business, particularly in credit-linked protection insurance. We expect Brazil to benefit from economic improvements, supporting continued profitability.

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

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Zusammenfassung (600 Wörter)

In der aktuellen europäischen Marktlage, die durch schwankende Indizes gekennzeichnet ist – mit Gewinnen bei einigen (wie dem deutschen DAX) und Verlusten bei anderen (wie dem französischen CAC 40) – suchen Investoren nach Stabilität und zuverlässigen Renditen. Dividendenaktien werden in diesem Kontext zunehmend als eine überzeugende Anlagestrategie betrachtet. Zentrale Bankpolitik und die allgemeine wirtschaftliche Widerstandsfähigkeit sind wichtige Faktoren, die das Marktumfeld beeinflussen, und Dividendenaktien bieten einen gewissen Schutz vor Volatilität und möglichen Zinsänderungen.

Dieser Artikel stellt eine Auswahl von hochdividenden zahlenden europäischen Aktien vor, die mithilfe des „Top European Dividend Stocks“-Screeners von Simply Wall St identifiziert wurden. Der Screener analysiert 208 Aktien, und diese Zusammenfassung konzentriert sich auf einen Ausschnitt, der einen detaillierten Einblick in vier Schlüsselunternehmen bietet: Mapfre, Orkla und Helvetia Baloise Holding, sowie Zurich Insurance Group, Telekom Austria, Holcim, Hexpol, freenet, Evolution, DKSH Holding, Cembra Money Bank und Bravida Holding.

Schlüsselthemen und Unternehmensanalysen:

• Mapfre (Spanien): Diese Versicherungsgesellschaft verfügt über eine stabile Dividendenhistorie mit einer aktuellen Rendite von 3,8 %. Obwohl der Aktienkurs leicht unter dem geschätzten fairen Wert liegt, deutet die solide Gewinn- und Cashflow-Deckung (Auslastungsquoten von 44,4 % und 29,5 %) auf eine anhaltende Verpflichtung gegenüber den Aktionären hin.

• Orkla (Norwegen): Orkla, ein diversifiziertes Industrieanlageunternehmen, bietet mit einer deutlich höheren Dividendenrendite von 8,99 % eine der Top-Dividendenzahler in Norwegen. Diese hohe Rendite ist jedoch an einen erheblichen Cash-Auslastungsgrad (150,3 %) gekoppelt, der darauf hindeutet, dass die Dividenden nicht ausreichend durch Free Cash Flow unterstützt werden. Um dies zu kompensieren, hat Orkla ein bedeutendes Aktienrückkaufprogramm (NOK 4 Milliarden) gestartet.

• Helvetia Baloise Holding (Schweiz): Diese Versicherungs-Holdinggesellschaft bietet ein konservativeres Dividendenprofil mit einer Rendite von 3,3 %. Die Dividenden sind gut durch Gewinn und Cashflow gedeckt (Auslastungsquoten von 65,6 % und 70,8 %). Ihre Aufnahme in den S&P Global 1200 Index zeigt Marktvertrauen, und der Aktienkurs liegt unter dem fairen Wert.

• Andere Aktien (Kurzer Überblick): Die genannten Aktien wie Telekom Austria, Holcim, Hexpol, freenet, Evolution, DKSH Holding, Cembra Money Bank und Bravida Holding haben jeweils unterschiedliche Dividendenrenditen, die typischerweise zwischen 3,00 % und 6,43 % liegen, mit einer guten Bewertung im Simply Wall St Screener.

Gesamtstrategie:

Der Artikel ermutigt Investoren, Dividendenaktien als eine strategische Vorgehensweise zur Bewältigung von Marktzwischenlagen zu betrachten. Die Verwendung des Simply Wall St-Screeners ermöglicht es Investoren, Unternehmen mit einer starken finanziellen Basis, nachhaltigen Dividendenrichtlinien und unterbewerteten Aktienkursen zu identifizieren. Darüber hinaus fördert der Artikel die Erkundung alternativer Anlagestrategien, wie z. B. die Konzentration auf hochperformante Small-Cap-Unternehmen mit hohem Wachstumspotenzial und starker Cashflow-Generierung.

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