Avid Technology Inc has announced that Beatriz Alonso-Martinez, a key member of Avid Europe's Professional Services Group, has won the award for the ‘Best use of technology within the multimedia industry by a woman' at the Blackberry Women & Technology Awards 2008.

The awards, held at The Grosvenor Hotel in London recently, honour the achievements of women both within and beyond the IT sector. They aim to celebrate these women's success, as well as inspire other women by showcasing their stories.

Alonso-Martinez beat three other talented finalists to win the award, following a rigorous entry process which included a face-to-face interview with a high profile judging panel to express her passion and integrity towards her job and industry.

Charmaine Eggberry, vice president and managing director, EMEA, at Research In Motion said: "Once again I am astounded by the high level of talent we have witnessed in this year's entrants. Each year our winners go on to become fantastic role models and champions of our industry. As role models they serve the invaluable purpose of highlighting the exciting opportunities and challenges our sector can offer. All of our winners are a shining example to those that will follow them and we are delighted to recognise their phenomenal achievements through the BlackBerry Women & Technology Awards."

Beatriz Alonso-Martinez said: "I am delighted to have received this prestigious award and to have helped raise awareness of women's achievements within such a male-dominated industry. I thoroughly enjoy my job and through winning this award I hope to share my passion and enthusiasm for the multimedia industry with other women out there who are interested in pursuing a similar career."

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