HBA’s Global Ascension Leadership Experience Honors: Woman of the Year category
Meet the 2026 Woman of the Year
Dr. Aradhana Sarin!
Read about 2026 HBA Woman of the Year Dr. Aradhana Sarin
Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer
AstraZeneca
Celebrating Exceptional Leadership
HBA’s Woman of the Year award honors an exceptional leader whose work has made a significant impact in the healthcare industry.
These individuals are innovators who have advanced global leadership change or scientific achievement. They are exceptional mentors in the workplace and beyond — setting new benchmarks and building a supportive community for their peers across the globe.
A Role Model for Our Industry
Each year, the Woman of the Year has been traditionally recognized at our annual HBA Woman of the Year event. In 2026, we will celebrate this champion at HBA's Global Ascension Leadership Experience event that brings together influential executives, sponsors, and media to celebrate on a global stage. The Woman of the Year engages with the HBA community at international and local events throughout the year, sharing her journey and continuing to inspire and support the workforce in healthcare.
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- Submissions are reviewed by an awards selection committee of seasoned industry executives dedicated to HBA’s mission.
- Each committee member reviews the submissions and independently ranks candidates against defined criteria.
- The judging committee considers the summarized ratings, debates the merits of each submission, and selects the Woman of the Year.
The HBA congratulates all previous Women of the Year.