"The top manager Angelika Gifford (member of the Microsoft management board Germany) holds her own in a man's world in an exemplary manner, as a successful IT manager, combining work and family," said Prof. Ulrike Detmers in her tribute at the prize presentation. In addition, she praised Angelika Gifford's engagement as a mentor for young women managers and her commitment to the networking of women at Microsoft and beyond. The prize money of 5,000 Euro will be tripled by Angelika Gifford to 15,000 Euro and donated to Roberta©.