The Tampa Bay Organization of Women in International Trade (TBOWIT) has named distinguished immigration attorney Maria del Carmen Ramos as its 2025 International Person of the Year. Selected by the TBOWIT Board of Directors, Maria was chosen in recognition of her remarkable leadership, deep experience, and lasting impact on international business in Tampa Bay, across Florida, and worldwide. A Partner and Immigration National Service Line Leader at Shumaker, Maria has built a career dedicated to helping companies navigate the complexities of global talent mobility. She is a trusted advisor to businesses across multiple industries, and she guides clients through the intricate statutes, regulations, and policies that shape U.S. immigration law. Six times named as Tampa’s Top Immigration Lawyer by Tampa Magazine, Maria views immigration law as a critical tool for employers to strategically move human capital—including knowledge, skills, experience, and training—across borders. TBOWIT is a nonprofit professional organization committed to promoting international trade and supporting the advancement of women in the field.