The jury's deliberation, which took place on October 28th at the headquarters of Viroque Energy, included the novelty of the «Empresa Familiar» (Family Business) award. The names of the winning organizations will be announced at an awards gala scheduled for early 2027 at the Real Casa de Correos.
Promoted by Madrid Excelente, the business quality seal of the Community of Madrid, these awards distinguish organizations for their purpose, commitment to people and the environment, and focus on innovation. The initiative aims to give visibility to the good practices of the nearly 300 certified entities.
The jury, chaired by Rocío Albert López-Ibor, Minister of Economy, Finance, and Employment of the Community of Madrid, brought together prominent figures such as Elena Mantilla García (Director General of Madrid Excelente), Miguel Garrido de la Cierva (President of CEIM), Alejandro Halffter Gallego (Secretary General of the Chamber of Commerce of Madrid), and Miguel Ángel Vázquez Taín (President of the General Council of Economists of Spain).
Business leaders also participated, including Joaquín Valcarce Lledó (CEO and founder of Viroque Energy), Inés Bermejo Vázquez (Vice President and President of HP Spain and Portugal), Juan Suárez (CEO of Grupo Suárez), Manuel Zafra Rubio (President of Merck in Spain), Ignacio Quintana (CEO of Forbes Spain), Candelas Martín de Cabiedes (Director General of Europa Press), Miguel Ángel Navarro Barquín (CEO of Catenon), Emilio Froján (CEO and co-founder of Velca), Alejandro Fernández de Oliveira (CEO of Enfoka), Filipe Bergaña (Director of Audaz Capital), and Carmen Bustos (founder of Soulsight).
The Premios Excelentes recognize performance in four key areas: Values, People, Environment, and Innovation. Two special recognitions are added: the Family Business Award, introduced for the first time, and the Excellent Award of the Year.
