Honoree Details

Viridiana Álvarez Chávez is a record-breaking Mexican mountaineer and entrepreneur who became the first woman in history to summit both the 14 eight-thousanders and the Seven Summits—a feat that redefined the limits of human endurance. As the first Latin American woman to climb K2, and a Guinness World Record holder for the fastest ascent of Everest, K2, and Kangchenjunga with supplementary oxygen, Viridiana inspires with every step she takes. A business leader and founder of Liderazgo de Altura, she empowers youth and women across Latin America through keynote talks and mental health-focused programs. Her journey from corporate executive to mountain icon proves that it’s never too late to pursue greatness—and that the only true summit is the one within.