Mariana Ignatov Named Among Saudi Arabia’s Top 100 Women Leaders | LEORON Institute

Mariana Ignatov Recognized as One of Saudi Arabia’s Top 100 Women Leaders for Driving Business Growth and Talent Development

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – February 2026 - Mariana Ignatov, General Manager - KSA LEORON Institute, has been recognized among the Top 100 Women Leaders KSA, an esteemed initiative celebrating women who are shaping the future of business, leadership, and economic development in the Kingdom. The award was presented during the Top 100 Women Leaders Awards Ceremony, held on 2 February in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing together senior executives, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and changemakers from across the Kingdom and the wider region.

The platform recognizes women whose leadership, impact, and professional excellence align with Saudi Arabia’s broader vision for inclusive growth, innovation, and female participation in the economy; and Mariana was recognized for her outstanding contribution to organizational growth, professional development, and workforce transformation in Saudi Arabia.

As General Manager of LEORON in the Kingdom, she has played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s footprint and positioning it as a trusted partner with the most comprehensive learning and development solutions in all strategic corporate functions, including leadership development, project management, HR, executive education and more; supporting both public and private sector organizations in building future-ready talent pipelines. With extensive international experience across Europe and the Middle East, Mariana has consistently championed people-centered leadership, high-performance cultures, and learning ecosystems that align business objectives with long-term human capital development. A certified leader across project management, innovation, and strategic HR, she is also recognized as a committed mentor and coach, empowering professionals to unlock their full potential while contributing to sustainable organizational success in the Kingdom.

“This award is a powerful reminder that when women are empowered to lead, entire organizations and economies move forward. Saudi Arabia today offers real opportunities for women to shape strategy, drive growth, and influence the future of business. I am honored to be part of this remarkable community of women leaders and to contribute to building capability, confidence, and impact across the Kingdom.” said Mariana Ignatov, General Manager, Leoron KSA

The Top 100 Women Leaders KSA platform aims to spotlight female role models who are redefining leadership, supporting women-led growth, and inspiring the next generation of professionals. By celebrating achievement across sectors, the initiative reinforces the importance of gender inclusion, leadership diversity, and equal opportunity as key drivers of innovation and competitiveness in Saudi Arabia’s evolving business landscape.

Mariana’s recognition reflects the growing role of women leaders in shaping the Kingdom’s corporate and institutional environments, demonstrating that empowering women in business is not only a social imperative, but a strategic advantage that fuels resilience, performance, and long-term prosperity.

About Mariana Ignatov

Mariana Ignatov is the General Manager – KSA at LEORON Institute and a seasoned business leader specializing in organizational development, leadership training, and large-scale learning initiatives. With a strong foundation in project management, innovation, and HR, she has led transformative programmes that enhance workforce capability and support sustainable growth across the region. Her work continues to support Saudi Arabia’s ambition to build future-ready leaders and high-performing organizations.

About LEORON Institute

LEORON Institute is the leading corporate training and EdTech provider in the EMEA region, offering a wide portfolio of internationally accredited programs across key business functions, including executive education, operations, finance, project management, HR, leadership, supply chain and more. With over 1,300 programs delivered annually and a faculty of 500+ global experts, LEORON serves government bodies, large corporations, and SMEs by enhancing workforce capabilities and aligning talent with strategic goals.

Through instructor-led sessions, in-company training, coaching, and custom e-learning solutions, LEORON supports over 50,000 professionals per year - helping build competitive, future-ready teams across the Middle East and beyond.

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