History of Gabriela Michetti in Timeline

Gabriela Michetti is an Argentine politician who served as Vice President of Argentina from 2015 to 2019 under President Mauricio Macri. She held the distinction of being the second woman to occupy the vice-presidency in Argentina, succeeding Isabel Perón after a 40-year interval. Notably, her term was subsequently followed by two more female vice presidents, Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and Victoria Villarruel, marking a period of increased female representation in Argentine leadership.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 1965: Gabriela Michetti Born

In May 1965, Marta Gabriela Michetti Illia was born. She later became an Argentine politician and Vice President of Argentina from 2015 to 2019.

1965: Birth in Laprida, Buenos Aires

In 1965, Marta Gabriela Michetti Illia was born in Laprida, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina.

1988: Degree in International Relations

In 1988, Michetti earned a degree in International Relations from the Universidad del Salvador in Buenos Aires.

1989: Entered Public Service

In 1989, Michetti began her public service career in the Province of Buenos Aires, Argentina.

1993: Master's Degree in Business Management and Integration

Between 1993 and 1994, Michetti pursued a master's degree in Business Management and Integration at UCES.

1994: Master's Degree in Business Management and Integration

Between 1993 and 1994, Michetti pursued a master's degree in Business Management and Integration at UCES.

1994: Car Accident and Injury

In 1994, Michetti was involved in a car accident that left her seriously injured and requiring the use of a wheelchair.

2000: Specialization in Dispute Settlement in the WTO

In 2000, Michetti completed a specialization course on dispute settlement in the WTO, in Geneva, Switzerland.

2001: Career Specialization in University Management

In 2001, Michetti completed a career specialization in University Management at the University of Ottawa, Canada.

2003: Joined Commitment to Change Party

In 2003, Michetti joined the Commitment to Change party led by Mauricio Macri, which became part of the PRO movement, and she was elected to the Buenos Aires City Legislature.

2006: Inquiry into República Cromagnon Nightclub Fire

In 2006, Michetti gained recognition for leading the inquiry committee investigating alleged negligence related to the fire at the República Cromagnon nightclub, which resulted in 194 deaths.

2007: Deputy Chief of Government in Buenos Aires

In 2007, Michetti became Deputy Chief of Government in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

2007: Elected Deputy Mayor of Buenos Aires

In 2007, Michetti was elected Deputy Mayor of Buenos Aires alongside Mauricio Macri, becoming the first woman in the role. She also directed planning committees and led the Commission for the Inclusion and Full Participation of Persons with Disabilities (COPIDIS).

2008: Participated in South American Business Forum as Speaker

In 2008 and 2009, Gabriela Michetti participated in the South American Business Forum as a speaker.

2009: Participated in South American Business Forum as Speaker

In 2008 and 2009, Gabriela Michetti participated in the South American Business Forum as a speaker.

2009: National Deputy

In 2009, Michetti became a National Deputy in Argentina.

2009: Resignation and Candidacy for National Deputy

In April 2009, Michetti resigned as Deputy Head of Government and confirmed her candidacy for National Deputy representing Buenos Aires.

2013: National Senator for the City of Buenos Aires

In 2013, Michetti became National Senator for the City of Buenos Aires, Argentina.

November 2015: Vice President-Elect of Argentina

In November 2015, Gabriela Michetti became the Vice President-elect of Argentina after Cambiemos won the first ballotage in Argentina's history.

December 2015: Inauguration as Vice President

In December 2015, Gabriela Michetti was inaugurated as Vice President of Argentina, with President Mauricio Macri pledging support for an independent judiciary and efforts to combat corruption and drug trafficking.