Building Networks, Mentors and Sponsors

In this episode, Ana Corrales, COO of Google Consumer Hardware, shares her journey from early-stage startups to leading global operations at one of the world’s most influential tech companies. She reflects on what it takes to lead in a male-dominated industry, how sustainability shapes her decision-making, and why responsible supply chains matter more than ever.

Drawing on her experiences at Google, Nest, Cisco, and HP—as well as her advisory role at Zero100—Ana offers a candid look at the future of sustainable hardware. The session concludes with an engaging audience Q&A.