Beatriz Rojkés de Alperovich

Beatriz Rojkés de Alperovich is a multifaceted Argentine professional, born in 1956, who has made a mark in various fields including speech therapy, business, and politics. Her career as a speech therapist showcases her dedication to helping individuals with communication disorders, while her entrepreneurial ventures demonstrate her business acumen.

In the realm of politics, Rojkés de Alperovich has achieved significant milestones as a member of the Justicialist Party. She was elected to the Argentine Senate in 2009, a position that paved the way for her historic appointment as the Provisional President of the Senate in 2011. This distinction not only made her the first woman to hold the post but also the first person of Jewish descent, placing her second in the line of succession to the presidency, after Vice President Amado Boudou.