Sandra Alcina De Fortoul

Dr. Sandra Alcina De Fortoul

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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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4 June 2025 in Administrative Sciences
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Ángel Acevedo-DuqueÁngel Acevedo-Duque
Ángel Acevedo-Duque
RÁRina Maria Álvarez-Becerra
Rina Maria Álvarez-Becerra
SFSandra Alcina De Fortoul
Sandra Alcina De Fortoul
OBOrietta Barriga-Soto
Orietta Barriga-Soto
GCGiovanna Lourdes Cuneo
Giovanna Lourdes Cuneo
CVCarla Valdez-Alvarez
Carla Valdez-Alvarez
This study aims to analyze how women’s empowerment in sustainable entrepreneurial leadership transforms social, environmental, and economic challenges into growth opportunities within B Corps-certified companies in Latin America. A total of 9536 companies were identified in the global B Corps registry, of which more than 1000 belonged to the Latin America and Caribbean directory. Particular attention was given to 130 companies located in Chile, with a presence in countries such as Peru, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Argentina. The methodology adopted a post-positivist approach with a hermeneutic analysis rooted in organizational studies, using the Straussian grounded theory method. Testimonies from 16 female entrepreneurs were explored, identified through the B Corps directory and the main social media networks of the B system in Latin America. This approach enabled a deeper understanding of the human complexity surrounding sustainability, equity, and gender equality. Findings show that female leadership promotes inclusive and strategic actions that challenge traditional structures and generate positive impacts. Five categories emerged: female entrepreneurial leadership; gender equality stakeholders; social contribution; women’s economic development; and sustainable decision-making. These converge in the central category of female empowerment in sustainable entrepreneurial leadership. In conclusion, the emerging theory expands the understanding of women-led leadership in Latin America, revealing socially responsible business models that promote sustainability, inclusion, and challenge dominant power structures in the business world.