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WorldTop.CEO 200 Women CEOs
24 Sept 2026
This article was made with contributions from Sara Srifi and Divyansha Rajpal.
Women are building some of the world’s most ambitious companies across artificial intelligence, healthcare, fintech, biotechnology, sustainability, robotics, fashion, mobility and the creative industries. Yet they remain significantly underrepresented at the highest levels of entrepreneurship, particularly among founders scaling technology-driven and high-growth businesses.
This article highlights 200 women CEOs and founder-CEOs leading private companies. Rather than focusing only on executives behind established corporate giants, the research looks at the women building the next generation of companies: businesses developing new technologies, creating new markets and challenging established ways of operating.
The research forms part of WorldTop.CEO, a platform focused on mapping and recognising business leaders and the companies they are building. It brings together CEOs from different industries, geographies and stages of growth, with an emphasis on private and emerging businesses rather than billion-dollar-plus corporations.
Five guiding principles shape the research:
- Leadership & Decision-Making Power
- Innovation & Original Contribution
- Business Growth & Real-World Scale
- Digital Transformation & Technology Adoption
- Thought Leadership & Industry Impact.
These women are building everything from generative AI and quantum computing to digital health, future food systems, financial infrastructure, sustainable fashion and autonomous technologies. What connects them is not one industry or one business model, but their ability to turn ideas into companies, technologies into products and emerging opportunities into organisations with measurable impact.
And perhaps the bigger question is this: If these are the women building today’s emerging companies, which of them will be leading the next generation of global businesses?
1. Bonnie Y. Chan
Bonnie Y. Chan is the current Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX), having assumed the role on 1 March 2024. She made history as the first woman to lead the exchange operator. Under her leadership, HKEX has experienced a powerful recovery in Asian capital markets, marked by a major strategic turnaround, reformed listing frameworks, and a surge in share performance. Reflecting her success, the HKEX Board extended her contract for a second three-year term running from March 1, 2027, to February 28, 2030.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX)
LinkedIn: https://hk.linkedin.com/in/bonnie-y-chan
2. Alexandra Farrell
Alexandra Farrell is a technology entrepreneur focused on AI-enabled automation, recruitment technology and improving the productivity of recruitment businesses.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Autometry
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-farrell-2227143/
3. Allie K. Miller
Allie K. Miller is an AI entrepreneur, advisor and former technology executive who works on enterprise AI strategy, adoption and innovation.
Company/Designation: CEO, Open Machine
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alliekmiller/
4. Amanda Cassatt
Founder and CEO of Serotonin, building and supporting Web3 products, companies and ecosystems through strategy, marketing, recruiting and product development.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Serotonin
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-cassatt
5. Shemara Wikramanayake.
Shemara Wikramanayake is Managing Director and CEO of Macquarie Group.Macquarie is a global financial-services group with businesses in asset management, banking and infrastructure.Wikramanayake became CEO in 2018 after a long career with Macquarie.She has worked across infrastructure, investment management and financial markets.
Company/Designation: CEO of Macquarie Group
6. Suzanne Scott
is an American media executive currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of FOX News Media. Appointed to the role on May 17, 2018, she made history as the network's first female CEO and remains the only woman running a major American cable news organization.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of FOX News Media.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/fox-news-channel_suzanne-scott-activity-7495159388341518336-x7cG
7. Amy Webb
Amy Webb is a quantitative futurist who advises organisations and governments on emerging technologies, strategic foresight and long-term disruption.
Company/Designation: CEO, Future Today Strategy Group (FTSG); Founder, Future Today Institute
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amywebb/
8. Dr. Anastasia Krivoruchko
Co-Founder & CEO at Melt&Marble AB, a company that uses precision fermentation to create designer fats for the next generation of food and personal care products.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Melt&Marble AB
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anastasia-krivoruchko
9. Judy Faulkner
Judy Faulkner is the billionaire founder and CEO of Epic Systems, a healthcare software company she started in 1979. Often called the most powerful woman in healthcare, she has guided Epic to become the leading provider of electronic health records (EHR) in the United States.
Company/Designation: CEO of Epic Systems
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/forbes-magazine_forbes250-activity-7443628140704313344-NRjz
10.Beth Ford
Beth Ford is the prominent President and Chief Executive Officer of Land O'Lakes, Inc., a role she has held since July 2018. Leading a Fortune 250 member-owned agricultural cooperative, she holds a historic milestone as the first openly gay female CEO of a Fortune 500 company. Her career spans over three decades across multiple industries, including prior supply-chain and executive leadership roles at ExxonMobil, PepsiCo, Mobil, and Scholastic.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer of Land O'Lakes, Inc.,
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethfordlol
11. Heidi O'Neill
Heidi O'Neill is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Lululemon Athletica Inc., having officially stepped into the role on September 8, 2026. A highly accomplished retail veteran with nearly three decades of industry experience, she was appointed by Lululemon's Board of Directors following a comprehensive four-month executive search to replace former CEO Calvin McDonald.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Lululemon Athletica Inc
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/heidi-o-neill-6616b04
12. Michelle Gass
Michelle Gass serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.). She officially took over the top leadership position on January 29, 2024, succeeding longtime CEO Chip Bergh after a planned 13-month transition period. Gass is driving a major transformation to pivot the iconic denim brand into a direct-to-consumer (DTC)-first lifestyle apparel company.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Levi Strauss
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellegass
13. April Koh
April Koh is the CEO and Co-Founder of Spring Health, a comprehensive, global mental health platform valued at over $3.3 billion. Founded in 2016 alongside researcher Adam Chekroud, Spring Health is an AI-native company that pioneered "Precision Mental Healthcare" to eliminate the trial-and-error process of finding effective mental health support.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Spring Health
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilyjkoh
14. Ariadna Font Llitjós
Co-Founder and CEO of Alinia, building real-time governance and compliance infrastructure that helps enterprises deploy generative AI safely in regulated industries.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Alinia AI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariadna
15. Ayah Bdeir
CEO of Current AI and Founder of littleBits, advancing public-interest artificial intelligence after pioneering modular electronics for accessible STEAM education.
Company/Designation: CEO, Current AI; Founder, littleBits
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayah-bdeir
16. Ayesha Khanna
Ayesha Khanna is an AI entrepreneur and strategist who helps companies and governments deploy artificial intelligence for digital transformation, smart cities and new services.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Addo AI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshakhanna/
17. Fran Horowitz
Fran Horowitz is an American businesswoman who has served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. since February 2017. She is widely recognized as the driving force behind one of the most dramatic turnarounds in modern retail history, transforming the company from a declining, exclusionary brand into a massive lifestyle powerhouse.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/abercrombie-%26-fitch_abercrombie-fitch-cos-ceo-fran-horowitz-activity-7330663829741166593-v-4g/
18. Dr. Carmen Palacios-Berraquero
Founder and CEO of Nu Quantum, developing photonic quantum networking infrastructure to connect quantum processors and enable scalable, distributed quantum computing.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Nu Quantum
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmen-palacios-berraquero/
19. Cassie Kozyrkov
Cassie Kozyrkov is a decision-intelligence and data-science leader known for helping organisations make better decisions with AI, statistics and behavioural frameworks.
Company/Designation: CEO, Kozyr; former Chief Decision Scientist, Google
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kozyrkov/
20. Kecia Steelman
Kecia Steelman is an American retail executive who serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ulta Beauty, the largest specialty beauty retailer in the United States. She took over the top executive role in January 2025 and has since been recognized globally for her leadership, including being named one of TIME's Women of the Year in 2026.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ulta Beauty
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kecia-steelman-57b8b66
21. Adena Friedman
Adena Friedman is the Chair and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nasdaq, Inc.. When she assumed the role of CEO in January 2017, she became the first woman to lead a global stock exchange. In January 2023, her leadership was further extended when she was appointed Chair of Nasdaq’s Board of Directors.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nasdaq
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adenatfriedman
22. Cindy Mi
Founder and CEO of VIPKid, an education technology platform providing online language learning and connecting children worldwide with qualified teachers.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, VIPKid
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindymi
23. Tricia Griffith
Tricia Griffith is an American business executive who has served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of The Progressive Corporation since July 2016. Notably, she is the first female CEO in the insurance company's history.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer of The Progressive Corporation
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/progressive-insurance_tricia-griffith-activity-6612397460260208640-eXNC
24. Phebe Novakovic
Phebe Novakovic is an American business executive and former intelligence officer who serves as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of General Dynamics Corporation, one of the world's largest aerospace and defense contractors. She has held the position of CEO since January 1, 2013, successfully leading the company through major turnaround efforts, operational growth, and massive defense contract acquisitions.
Company/Designation: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of General Dynamics Corporation
25. Dana Todd
Dana Todd is a digital entrepreneur and fashion-tech executive working on technology-enabled personalisation and new models for custom fashion.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Balodana
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/DanaTodd/
26. Danielle Weisberg
Co-Founder and Co-CEO of theSkimm, building accessible news, financial and lifestyle content that helps women make informed everyday decisions.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & Co-CEO, theSkimm
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-weisberg-3192538
27. Dr. Daphne Koller
Founder and CEO of insitro, using machine learning and large-scale biological data to accelerate drug discovery and develop transformative new medicines.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, insitro
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphne-koller-4053a820
28. Daria Shapovalova
Daria Shapovalova is the Co-Founder and CEO of DRESSX, an AI-first digital fashion platform that has transformed traditional e-commerce into an interactive, tech-driven retail experience. Shapovalova, a recognized fashion tech pioneer, has successfully transitioned from her background in traditional fashion curation to building scalable AI infrastructure for global e-commerce brands.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, DRESSX
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daria-shapovalova?trk=public_post_feed-actor-name
29. Kathy Warden
Kathy Warden is an American business executive who serves as the Chair, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and President of Northrop Grumman Corporation. She has held the roles of CEO and President since January 1, 2019, and was elected Chair of the Board of Directors in August 2019. Under her leadership, the global security company has expanded significantly, managing critical defense projects like the U.S. Air Force's B-21 Raider stealth bomber and tech milestones like the integration of the James Webb Space Telescope.
Company/Designation: Chair, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and President of Northrop Grumman Corporation
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathywarden
30. Joi Harris
Joi Harris is the President and Chief Executive Officer of DTE Energy. Her historic appointment, effective September 8, 2025, made her the first woman and the first African American to serve as CEO in the company's history, as well as one of only a few Black women leading a Fortune 500 company.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer of DTE Energy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joi-harris-1131947
31. Debra Ruh
Debra Ruh is a global disability inclusion and accessibility advocate who works with governments, corporations and organisations to advance inclusive technology and employment.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Ruh Global IMPACT; Founder, Billion Strong
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debraruh/
32. Sarah London
Sarah London is the Chief Executive Officer of Centene Corporation, a Fortune 25 healthcare enterprise valued at over $100 billion. Appointed to the role in March 2022, she made history as the youngest female CEO in the Fortune 500 at age 42, succeeding long-time leader Michael Neidorff. Under her leadership, Centene manages government-sponsored healthcare programs, serving as the largest U.S. Medicaid provider and delivering coverage to over 26 million Americans across Medicaid, Medicare, and Health Insurance Marketplace plans.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer of Centene Corporation
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-m-london
33. Demi Guo
Demi Guo is the co-founder and CEO of Pika (formerly Pika Labs), a leading generative AI video startup. Under her leadership, the company has grown from a Stanford dropout project into a massive player in the generative media landscape, valued at $470 million with over 16.4 million registered users.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Pika
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/demi-g-9a9ab6a1
34. Thasunda Brown Duckett
Thasunda Brown Duckett is an American businesswoman currently serving as the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of TIAA. Appointed in May 2021, she made history as the fourth Black woman CEO of a Fortune 500 company. Under her leadership, TIAA manages approximately $1.5 trillion in assets under management (AUM), providing secure retirement and financial inclusion initiatives for millions.
Company/Designation: President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of TIAA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thasunda-brown-duckett-22b15523
35. Dr. Devi Parikh
Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Yutori, developing AI agents for web-based research and monitoring, after leading generative and multimodal AI research at Meta.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Yutori
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deviparikh
36. Ester Strommen
Co-Founder and CEO of SYRENNA, developing autonomous WaterDrones that collect real-time ocean data to support marine monitoring and environmental decision-making.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, SYRENNA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ester-strømmen-92382878
37. Gail Boudreaux
Gail Boudreaux is an American businesswoman who serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Elevance Health (formerly Anthem, Inc.). A prominent leader in the corporate healthcare and insurance sectors, she oversees a company that generates more than $170 billion in annual revenue and serves more than 117 million people.
Company/Designation: President and Chief Executive Officer of Elevance Health (formerly Anthem, Inc.)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gailkboudreaux
38. Prof. Fei-Fei Li
Prof. Fei-Fei Li is a pioneering AI scientist whose work in computer vision, ImageNet and human-centred AI has had a major influence on modern artificial intelligence.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, World Labs; Co-Director, Stanford HAI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fei-fei-li-4541247/
39. Fidji Simo
Fidji Simo is a technology executive and former Instacart CEO who has held senior leadership roles at Meta and OpenAI, focused on bringing large-scale digital and AI products to consumers and businesses.
Company/Designation: CEO of Applications, OpenAI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fidjisimo/
40. Dr. Geetha Manjunath
Dr. Geetha Manjunath is a prominent Indian computer scientist and entrepreneur who serves as the Founder, CEO, and CTO of NIRAMAI Health Analytix. Driven by the tragic loss of two cousins to late-stage breast cancer, she leveraged her extensive background in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to pioneer Thermalytix—a revolutionary, non-invasive, radiation-free, and privacy-respecting early breast cancer screening technology.
Company/Designation: Founder, CEO & CTO, NIRAMAI Health Analytix
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/geetha-manjunath-82b8058
41. Julie Sweet
Julie Sweet is the Chair and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Accenture. She assumed the role of CEO in September 2019, becoming the company's first female chief executive, and expanded her leadership to include the role of Chair in September 2021.
Company/Designation: Chair and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Accenture
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-sweet
42. Maggie Timoney
Maggie Timoney is a global beverage-industry executive with extensive leadership experience across the United States, Europe and Canada. She leads HEINEKEN USA, overseeing major beer and non-alcoholic brands while driving innovation, brand growth and responsible-consumption initiatives.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, HEINEKEN USA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggie-timoney
43. Heidi Zak
Co-Founder and CEO of ThirdLove, an intimates brand serving over five million customers through direct-to-consumer e-commerce, innovation, and personalised fit.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, ThirdLove
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidizak
44. Helen Yu
Helen Yu is a growth strategist, technology executive and board advisor working across AI, cybersecurity, customer experience and digital transformation.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Tigon Advisory Corp
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuhelenyu/
45. Mary Barra
Mary Barra is the Chair and Chief Executive Officer of General Motors (GM). Taking the helm as CEO in January 2014, she made history as the first female CEO of a "Big Three" American automaker. In January 2016, she expanded her leadership role after being elected Chair of the GM Board of Directors. Under her leadership, GM has heavily focused on transformative technologies, directing billions into an all-electric and autonomous vehicle driving future.
Company/Designation: Chair and Chief Executive Officer of General Motors (GM)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-barra
46. Jane Fraser
Jane Fraser serves as the Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Citigroup (Citi), holding the distinction of being the first female CEO in the history of a major Wall Street bank. Assuming the role of CEO in March 2021 and expanding her leadership as Chair of the Board in October 2025, she has spearheaded a comprehensive, multi-year turnaround strategy to restructure, streamline, and modernize the global banking institution.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer of Citigroup (Citi)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-fraser-dbe-3292068
47. Dr. Ingrid Vasiliu-Feltes
Dr. Ingrid Vasiliu-Feltes is a physician executive and technology strategist specialising in AI governance, digital health, blockchain, deep tech and responsible innovation.
Company/Designation: CEO, Softhread Inc.; Founder & CEO, The Science, Entrepreneurship and Investments Institute
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingrid-vasiliu-feltes-mdmba/
48. Dame Amanda Blanc
Dame Amanda Blanc DBE is a prominent Welsh businesswoman who has served as the Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Aviva plc since July 2020.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Aviva
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/amanda-blanc-4ba14a3a
49. Irena Pereira
Irena Pereira is a games industry entrepreneur, designer and creative technologist with more than two decades of experience building player-focused digital experiences.
Company/Designation: CEO, Infinite Realms; CEO & Creative Director, Unleashed Games
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irenapereira/
50. Margherita Della Valle
Margherita Della Valle is the Group Chief Executive Officer of Vodafone, having been permanently appointed to the role on 27 April 2023. She has over 30 years of deep experience within the telecommunications industry, famously starting her career as employee number 25 at Omnitel Pronto Italia, the company that eventually transformed into Vodafone Italy.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer of Vodafone
51. Dr. Jennifer Holmgren
CEO of LanzaTech, developing platform chemicals and sustainable fuels from industrial waste gases, including alternative aviation fuel, through carbon-recycling biotechnology.
Company/Designation: CEO, LanzaTech
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-holmgren-95b6201
52. Catherine MacGregor
Catherine MacGregor (born August 7, 1972) is a prominent French businesswoman and engineer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ENGIE, a global leader in the energy transition. Appointed on January 1, 2021, she is highly regarded for refocusing the company's strategy toward sustainable, low-carbon energy systems and navigating complex geopolitical energy crises..
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ENGIE
LinkedIn: https://fr.linkedin.com/in/catherine-fiamma-macgregor-3008171/fr
53. Joanna McFarland
Co-Founder and CEO of HopSkipDrive, providing technology-enabled student transportation and AI-powered routing solutions for schools, families, and communities.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, HopSkipDrive
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannamcfarland
54. Ana Mahony
Ana Mahony is a fintech entrepreneur building technology that combines AI-powered financial guidance with access to human financial advisers, helping employees make better financial decisions.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Addition Wealth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anamahony/
55. Josefin Landgård
Josefin Landgård is a prominent Swedish tech entrepreneur who co-founded Kry (operating as Livi in the UK and France), which has grown into one of Europe’s largest and most successful telehealth systems.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, MANTLE; Co-Founder, Kry/Livi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josefinlandgard
56. Estelle Brachlianoff
Estelle Brachlianoff (born July 26, 1972) is a prominent French engineer and business executive who serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Veolia. Veolia is a global leader in environmental and sustainable-infrastructure services across water management, waste recovery, and local energy production. She assumed the role of CEO on July 1, 2022, succeeding Antoine Frérot.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Veolia
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estelle-brachlianoff?originalSubdomain=fr
57. Julia Cheek
Julia Cheek is an American entrepreneur best known as the Founder and CEO of Everly Health (formerly Everlywell), a digital health company specializing in at-home lab testing kits. After appearing on Shark Tank in 2017 and securing a deal with Lori Greiner, she scaled the company into a healthcare unicorn, making it one of the highest-revenue businesses in the show's history. Her net worth is estimated at $260 million, earning her a spot on Forbes' list of America's Richest Self-Made Women.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Everly Health
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliataylorcheek
58. Julia Collins
Founder and CEO of Planet FWD, providing sustainability and supply-chain intelligence that helps consumer brands measure and reduce their carbon emissions.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Planet FWD
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-collins-8b0a909
59. Kamales Lardi
Kamales Lardi is a digital transformation strategist who helps organisations use technology, innovation and human-centred design to build new business models.
Company/Designation: CEO, Lardi & Partner Consulting; Founder, BloomBloc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamaleslardi/
60. Christel Heydemann
Christel Heydemann is a prominent French business executive who has been serving as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Orange Group since April 2022. Recognized as a transformative leader in the telecommunications and technology sectors, she has also been a member of the Orange Board of Directors since July 2017.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Orange Group
LinkedIn: https://fr.linkedin.com/in/heydemannchristel
61. Karin Volo
Karin Volo is a leadership, culture and employee-engagement specialist focused on helping organisations create purpose-driven and high-performing workplaces.
Company/Designation: CEO & Chief Joy Bringer, Evoloshen
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinvolo/
62. Kate Kallot
Kate Kallot is an AI entrepreneur building data infrastructure and intelligence tools for agriculture, climate resilience and economic development across Africa.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Amini
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katekallot/
63. Kate O'Neill
Kate O'Neill is a strategic futurist and author known as the “Tech Humanist,” helping organisations navigate AI and digital transformation while keeping human experience at the centre.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, KO Insights Kate O'Neill | KO Insights
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kateoneill/
64. Kavita Shukla
Founder and CEO of The FRESHGLOW Co. and inventor of FreshPaper, a botanical sheet designed to extend produce freshness and reduce food waste.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, The FRESHGLOW Co.; Inventor, FreshPaper
65. Karin Rådström
Karin Rådström is the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Daimler Truck Holding AG. Upon taking the role on 1 October 2024, she became only the second woman ever to lead a German DAX 40 enterprise. Under her leadership, the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer has pushed heavily into zero-emissions transportation.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Daimler Truck Holding AG
LinkedIn: https://de.linkedin.com/in/karin
66. Dr. Khulood Almani
Dr. Khulood Almani is a Saudi technology executive working across AI, digital transformation, cybersecurity and responsible technology initiatives aligned with Vision 2030.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, HKB Tech
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-khulood-almani%F0%9F%87%B8%F0%9F%87%A6-%D8%AF-%D8%AE%D9%84%D9%88%D8%AF-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%86%D8%B9-595513162/
67. Vanessa Hudson
Vanessa Hudson is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director of the Qantas Group. Appointed to the position on 6 September 2023, she made history as the first female CEO to lead the century-old Australian national carrier.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director of the Qantas Group
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-hudson-28b04124?originalSubdomain=au
68. Mitsuko Tottori
Mitsuko Tottori is a Japanese airline executive who made history in April 2024 by becoming the first female President and CEO of Japan Airlines (JAL). Her rise to the top of Japan's flag carrier is considered an extraordinary milestone, particularly in a corporate landscape where women hold less than 1% of top executive positions.
Company/Designation: CEO of Japan Airlines (JAL)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/women-we-admire_mitsuko-tottori-makes-history-as-japan-airlines-activity-7196841899410755585-hT-I
69. Anna Borg
Anna Borg (born 10 February 1971) is a prominent Swedish business executive currently serving as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Vattenfall. She took office on 1 November 2020, becoming the first woman to lead the Swedish state-owned energy giant.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer of Vattenfall
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/komalahmad
70. Dr. Bettina Orlopp
Dr. Bettina Orlopp is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Commerzbank AG, Germany's second-largest private lender. Appointed to the role in October 2024, she made history as the first woman to lead the institution in its 156-year history.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Commerzbank AG
LinkedIn: https://de.linkedin.com/in/bettina-orlopp
71. Laura Katz
Laura Katz is a food scientist and the Founder and CEO of Helaina, a New York City-based biotechnology and nutrition company founded in 2019. Under her leadership, Helaina leverages precision fermentation and CRISPR technology to program yeast to produce human-milk proteins—starting with the bioactive protein lactoferrin—that are functionally identical to those found in breast milk.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Helaina
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurahkatz
72. Choi Soo-yeon
Choi Soo-yeon is the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Naver Corporation, South Korea’s largest internet company and dominant search engine engine. Appointed to the role in March 2022 at the age of 40, she made history as Naver's youngest-ever leader and its first female CEO. Often referred to as "Korea's Google," Naver has achieved massive financial and technological milestones under her corporate strategy.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Naver Corporation
LinkedIn: https://kr.linkedin.com/in/soo-yeon-choi-00636a14a
73. Sandy Ran Xu
Sandy Ran Xu (also known as Xu Ran) is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Executive Director of JD.com, one of China's largest e-commerce and supply chain technology giants. Appointed to the role in May 2023, she made history as the first woman to serve as CEO of the company.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Executive Director of JD.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahsolivan
74. Dr. Malina Ngai
Dr. Malina Ngai is the Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of AS Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer. Appointed to the top role in May 2024, she commands a massive global network generating roughly US$26 billion in annual revenue across 17,000 offline and online stores spanning 31 markets.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of AS Watson Group
LinkedIn: https://hk.linkedin.com/in/dr-malina-ngai
75. Dr. Lisa Dyson
Founder and CEO of Air Protein, producing sustainable food ingredients from elements of the air to build resilient, landless food supply chains.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Air Protein
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dysonlisa
76. Dr. Lisa Su
Dr. Lisa Su is a semiconductor executive and engineer known for leading AMD’s transformation and expansion in high-performance computing and AI infrastructure.
Company/Designation: Chair & CEO, AMD
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasu-amd/
77. Daniela Braga
Daniela Braga is an AI entrepreneur and technology leader focused on ethical data, machine learning and the infrastructure needed to train and deploy artificial intelligence responsibly at scale.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Defined.ai
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniela-braga/
78. Lee Boo-jin
Lee Boo-jin is a prominent South Korean billionaire businesswoman who serves as the President and CEO of Hotel Shilla, a leading luxury hospitality and major duty-free retail company affiliated with the Samsung conglomerate.
Company/Designation: CEO of Hotel Shilla
79. Marcela (March) Gutierrez
Marcela “March” Gutierrez is an entrepreneur and brand strategist whose work focuses on human relations, business growth, leadership and building meaningful connections across organisations and communities.
Company/Designation: CEO & Founder, LAMARCH
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/march-gutierrez
80. Dr. Maria Soloveychik
Co-Founder and CEO of SyntheX, developing synthetic-biology drug-discovery platforms targeting previously inaccessible proteins, with an initial focus on oncology.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, SyntheX
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-soloveychik
81. Mary Vilakazi
Mary Vilakazi is the Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of FirstRand Limited, Africa's largest banking group by market capitalisation. Appointed to the top position on 1 April 2024, she made history as the first female CEO to lead the financial services powerhouse.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of FirstRand Limited
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-vilakazi-a892541b?originalSubdomain=za
82. Shreya Mishra
Shreya Mishra is an Indian entrepreneur and the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SolarSquare Energy, one of India's fastest-growing residential rooftop solar brands. Under her leadership, the company pivoted into a massive consumer-centric platform, clocking over ₹364 crore in revenue for FY25 and expanding clean energy to over 50,000 households across India. An alumnus of IIT Bombay, she is widely recognized for her contributions to India's renewable energy sector and has been honored in prestigious global lists such as Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia and Fortune/Economic Times leadership accolades.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SolarSquare Energy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreya-mishra-4a8ab821?originalSubdomain=in
83. Dr. Martha Boeckenfeld
Dr. Martha Boeckenfeld is a digital transformation leader and technology advisor specialising in AI, Web3, fintech and emerging digital ecosystems.
Company/Designation: CEO & Founder, MarthaVerse; Dean & Partner, Metaverse Academy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarthaboeckenfeld/
84. Sonali Jindal
Sonali Jindal is Co-founder and CEO of Rezolv (Rezolv AI Technology Solutions), an AI-native debt resolution and SaaS platform built for banks and Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). Alongside her co-founder Karan Mehta, she launched the Mumbai-based fintech startup in October 2024 to transform traditional debt collection into a smarter, automation-driven, and customer-centric process.
Company/Designation: Co-founder and CEO of Rezolv
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonali-jindal-67a53417?originalSubdomain=in
85. Lisa Mukhedkar
Lisa Mukhedkar is the Co-Founder and CEO of Aukera Grown Diamond Jewellery, a premium Indian lab-grown diamond jewellery brand founded in 2023. The brand name Aukera translates to "choice" in the Basque dialect, reflecting its philosophy of empowering women to make deliberate, compromise-free choices in fine jewellery. Under her leadership, the Bangalore-headquartered startup focuses on an omnichannel-first strategy, combining a strong digital brand identity with company-owned experiential physical retail stores.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder and CEO of Aukera Grown
LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/lisamukhedkar
86. Ghita Mezzour
Ghita Mezzour is an AI entrepreneur and former Moroccan Minister of Digital Transition whose work focuses on helping organisations adopt artificial intelligence through executive training, use-case strategy and applied AI solutions.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, DecisiveAI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghita-mezzour-phd-a6b1225/
87. Melanie Perkins
Melanie Perkins is an Australian technology entrepreneur best known as the co-founder and CEO of Canva, an intuitive online graphic design and visual communications platform. Born in Perth in 1987, she launched Canva in Sydney in 2013 alongside Cliff Obrecht and Cameron Adams, completely transforming how individuals and organisations create visual content. Under her leadership, Canva has grown into a global powerhouse valued at $42 billion, serving over 240 million monthly active users.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Canva
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/melanieperkins
88. Mfikeyi Makayi
Mfikeyi Makayi is a mining executive leading AI-enabled exploration and development of critical mineral resources in Africa.
Company/Designation: CEO, KoBold Metals Africa
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mfikeyi-makayi-807779106/
89. Michelle Kennedy
Founder and CEO of Peanut, a social networking app helping women build friendships and find support throughout every stage of motherhood.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Peanut
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellekennedy2
90. Mira Murati
Mira Murati is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Thinking Machines Lab, an artificial intelligence startup she launched in February 2025.Before founding this new venture, she was best known for her prominent role as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of OpenAI from May 2022 until her departure in September 2024.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Thinking Machines Lab
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mira-murati-4b39a066
91. Neha Sinha
Neha Sinha is a prominent clinical psychologist, dementia specialist, and the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Age Care Labs. Globally recognized for pioneering structured dementia and elder care services in India, she serves as the Co-Founder and CEO of Epoch Elder Care, which was acquired by Age Care Labs via the Lumis Partners platform in 2021. Following the acquisition, she took on a leadership role to expand the senior care continuum alongside Saumyajit Roy (Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Age Care Labs and CEO of Emoha).
Company/Designation: Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Age Care Labs.
LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/nehasin
92. Swati Pandey
Swati Pandey is the Co-founder and CEO of Arboreal Bioinnovations, an award-winning plant biotechnology and specialty food ingredients company based in Lucknow, India.
Company/Designation: Co-founder and CEO of Arboreal Bioinnovations
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swati-pandey-01a29813?originalSubdomain=in
93. Nancy Xu
Nancy Xu is an AI entrepreneur and investor building technology that applies artificial intelligence to recruiting and talent acquisition.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Moonhub
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/xnancy/
94. Navrina Singh
Navrina Singh is an AI governance entrepreneur focused on helping organisations deploy artificial intelligence responsibly, transparently and in compliance with emerging regulation.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Credo AI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/navrina/
95. Kristin Dolan
Kristin Dolan is a media and technology executive leading AMC Networks, overseeing a portfolio that includes AMC, BBC America, IFC, SundanceTV and streaming services such as AMC+. She has extensive experience across media, data, audience measurement and digital transformation, and remains AMC Networks’ CEO in 2026.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, AMC Networks
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-dolan/
96. Minu Margeret
Minu Margeret is an Indian entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of BlissClub, a community-first women's activewear and movewear brand. Since its launch in 2020, she has built BlissClub into a highly successful ₹300 crore D2C business tailored specifically for Indian body types.
Company/Designation: CEO of BlissClub
LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/minu-margeret-2a414057
97. Peggy Johnson
Peggy Johnson is a technology executive with leadership experience across telecommunications, mixed reality and robotics, including Microsoft and Magic Leap.
Company/Designation: CEO, Agility Robotics
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyljohnson/
98. Jo Aggarwal
Jo Aggarwal is an Indian entrepreneur and the Co-founder and CEO of Wysa, a globally recognized, clinically backed conversational AI platform for mental health. Driven by her personal struggle with depression, she co-founded Wysa in 2016 alongside her husband, Ramakant Vempati, to provide anonymous, stigma-free, and highly accessible mental health support.
Company/Designation: Co-founder and CEO of Wysa
LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/joaggarwal
99. Pip Jamieson
Founder and CEO of The Dots, a professional networking platform helping creatives, freelancers and entrepreneurs connect, collaborate and access career opportunities.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, The Dots
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pipjamieson
100. Pooja Sankar
Founder and CEO of Piazza, an education technology platform enabling students and instructors to collaborate through online academic discussion and knowledge sharing.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Piazza
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/poojasankar
101. Poornima Ramaswamy
Poornima Ramaswamy is a highly accomplished AI, data, and digital transformation executive who currently serves as the Co-Founder and CEO of PivotX Advisors. With over 25 years of experience in the data analytics and enterprise AI space, she specializes in guiding organizations through strategic AI implementation, data governance, and large-scale operating model changes.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, PivotX Advisors
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/poornima-ramaswamy
102. Radhika Gupta
Radhika Gupta is the prominent Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Edelweiss Asset Management Limited (Edelweiss Mutual Fund). Known as one of India's most dynamic business leaders and the only female head of a major domestic asset management company, she has been instrumental in growing the fund house from a minor player into a multi-billion-dollar investment powerhouse.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Edelweiss Asset Management Limited
LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/radhikagupta2
103. Raghad Zamel
Raghad Zamel is a Jordanian entrepreneur, digital marketing strategist and content creator working across personal branding, AI-enabled marketing, advertising and digital education.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Media Factory; Founder, Raghad’s Academy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raghad-zamel/
104. Whitney Wolfe Herd
Whitney Wolfe Herd is an American entrepreneur, business executive, and the founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bumble Inc.. She is globally recognized for pioneering a dating app model where women make the first move, a structure designed to curb online harassment and rebalance gender dynamics in digital networking.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bumble Inc
105. Dr. Raquel Urtasun
Founder and CEO of Waabi, developing interpretable and verifiable physical AI systems designed to enable safe, scalable autonomous trucks and vehicles.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Waabi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquel-urtasun-298400139
106. Falguni Nayar
Falguni Nayar is an Indian entrepreneur and former investment banker who founded Nykaa and built it into one of India’s leading beauty, fashion and lifestyle platforms. She was reappointed as CEO for another five-year term beginning in February 2026.
Company/Designation: Founder, Executive Chairperson, Managing Director & CEO, Nykaa
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/falguni-nayar/
107. Rhona Morrell
Rhona Morrell is an entrepreneur and sustainability advocate working on regenerative business models, circular economy initiatives and responsible consumption.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, iReGen
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhona-morrell/
108. Ritu Narayan
Founder and CEO of Zum, building a trusted technology-enabled platform that provides safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation for children.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Zum
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritunarayan
109. Ritwika Chowdhury
Ritwika Chowdhury is an artificial intelligence researcher and entrepreneur who is the Founder and CEO of Unscript.AI. Founded in 2021 alongside co-founder Apurv Jain, the Bengaluru-based company has established itself as a leading generative video and AI avatar platform. The platform functions as an end-to-end "AI video agent" that helps enterprises automate complex marketing workflows, turning plain text or individual photos into studio-quality videos in under two minutes.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Unscript.AI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritwika-chowdhury
110. Stacey Caywood
Stacey Caywood is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chair of the Executive Board of Wolters Kluwer, having officially assumed the role in February 2026. She succeeded longtime CEO Nancy McKinstry. Caywood is an American executive born in 1963 with more than three decades of experience driving global business transformation, digital product innovation, and commercial growth.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chair of the Executive Board of Wolters Kluwer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-caywood
111. Tal Kollender
Tal Kollender is a cybersecurity entrepreneur focused on proactive security, vulnerability remediation and enterprise cyber-risk reduction.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Remedio
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talkollender/
112. Leena Nair
Leena Nair is a British-Indian business executive who has been serving as the Global Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Chanel since January 2022. When she took the helm of the iconic French luxury fashion house, she made history as the brand's first female CEO of Indian origin and only the second woman to lead the company. Known for her human-centric and empathetic approach to business, she is one of the very few women of colour leading a major global luxury brand.
Company/Designation: Global Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Chanel
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/nairleena
113. Belén Garijo
Belén Garijo is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sanofi, having officially assumed the position on May 1, 2026. A physician trained in clinical pharmacology, she is the first woman to lead the French pharmaceutical giant.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sanofi
LinkedIn: https://fr.linkedin.com/in/bel%C3%A9n-garijo
114. Cecilia MoSze Tham
Cecilia MoSze Tham is a technology entrepreneur and futurist working across artificial intelligence, innovation, entrepreneurship and future-facing business models.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Futurity Systems
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceciliathamsze/
115. Sallyann Della Casa
Sallyann Della Casa is an entrepreneur, educator and human-skills specialist focused on workforce development, employability and measuring behavioural capabilities.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, GLEAC
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallyanndellacasa/
116. Jayshree Ullal
Jayshree Ullal is a prominent British-American billionaire businesswoman who has served as the President and CEO of Arista Networks since 2008, and currently serves as its Chairperson. Under her leadership, Arista grew from an early-stage startup with no revenue into a multi-billion dollar networking powerhouse and an essential infrastructure provider for modern cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
Company/Designation: CEO of Arista Networks
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayshree-ullal-b22342138
117. Jane Jie Sun
Jane Jie Sun (born 1968) is a prominent Chinese businesswoman who has served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and a member of the Board of Directors of Trip.com Group Limited since November 2016. Under her leadership, the company—which is Asia's largest and one of the world's leading global travel services providers—grew its market capitalization from approximately USD 1 billion to over USD 22 billion.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and a member of the Board of Directors of Trip.com Group Limited
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-sun-tripcomgroup?originalSubdomain=cn
118. Patti Poppe
Patti Poppe (born 1969) is an American utility executive who has served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PG&E Corporation since January 2021. Notably, she is the first female executive in U.S. history to serve as the CEO of one Fortune 500 company and transition to become the CEO of another.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PG&E Corporation
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pattipoppe
119. Joanna Geraghty
Joanna Geraghty is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of JetBlue Airways, having taken the helm on February 12, 2024. By stepping into this position, she made history as the first female CEO to lead a major U.S. airline. Prior to becoming CEO, she built a nearly two-decade career at JetBlue, positioning herself as a central figure in the airline's daily operations and strategic planning.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of JetBlue Airways
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-geraghty-jetblue
120. Karen S. Carter
Karen S. Carter is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Dow Inc., a world-leading materials science giant with approximately $40 billion in annual revenue. She officially took office on July 1, 2026, succeeding Jim Fitterling. Her appointment marks a historic milestone as she became the first woman and the first Black woman to lead the 129-year-old chemical company.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Dow Inc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenscarter
121. Selena Le
Selena Le is a Vietnamese entrepreneur and sustainability advocate supporting climate-tech, clean-tech and impact-driven startups through incubation and international ecosystem building.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, WSAFE Impact Venture Builder
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/selena-le-168028202/
122. Shan-Lyn Ma
Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Zola, combining modern technology and customer-focused services to simplify wedding planning, registries, and e-commerce for couples.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Zola
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanlynma
123. Sharon Constançon
Sharon Constançon is a governance, board effectiveness and financial-risk specialist with decades of experience advising boards and international businesses.
Company/Designation: CEO, Genius Boards; CEO, Valufin
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonconstancon/
124. Katherine Maher
Katherine Maher is a technology, media and nonprofit executive leading NPR. Her career spans digital technology, public-interest media and global information platforms, including previously serving as CEO and Executive Director of the Wikimedia Foundation.
Company/Designation: President & Chief Executive Officer, NPR
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherinemaher/
125. Shivani Siroya
Founder and CEO of Tala, building AI-native credit infrastructure that expands access to financial services for underserved consumers across emerging markets.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Tala
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivanisiroya
126. Jennifer Witz
Jennifer Witz is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Director of SiriusXM, the leading audio entertainment company in North America. Appointed in January 2021, she is the first female CEO in the company's history, succeeding the retiring James Meyer.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Director of SiriusXM
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/somy-madani-7046b5133/
127. Robyn Grew
Robyn Grew is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Man Group, widely recognised as the world's largest publicly listed hedge fund firm. Appointed to the role in September 2023 to succeed Luke Ellis, she made history as the first female CEO in the firm’s 240-plus year existence. She is also prominent as an openly LGBTQ+ leader in the global financial sector.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Man Group
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robyn-grew-ab031023
128. Allison Kirkby
Allison Kirkby is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of BT Group, taking office in February 2024 as the first female leader in the company's 180-year history. She originally joined BT Group's board as a Non-Executive Director in March 2019.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of BT Group
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/allison-kirkby-b639758
129. Tarciana Paula
Tarciana Paula Gomes Medeiros is the current Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President of Banco do Brasil, making history as the first female president in the bank's 200-plus-year history. Appointed by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, she took office on January 26, 2023.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President of Banco do Brasil
LinkedIn: https://br.linkedin.com/in/tarcianapgmedeiros
130. Stephanie Lampkin
Founder and CEO of Blendoor, developing people analytics and hiring software that helps organisations identify bias and build more equitable workplaces.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Blendoor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanienvanputten/
131. Dr. Suchi Saria
Founder and CEO of Bayesian Health, developing real-time clinical AI that helps healthcare teams detect patient deterioration and make timely decisions.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Bayesian Health
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suchisaria
132. Suma Reddy
CEO of Future Acres, developing robotic farm tools such as Carry to improve harvesting efficiency and advance sustainable, technology-enabled agriculture.
Company/Designation: CEO, Future Acres
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suma-reddy-0285386
133. Tessa Clarke
Co-Founder and CEO of Olio, building the world’s largest food-sharing platform to help businesses redistribute surplus food and reduce waste at scale.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Olio
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessaclarkeolio
134. Tiffany Nwahiri
Tiffany Nwahiri is a B2B marketing leader and entrepreneur focused on helping technology companies build integrated marketing strategies, brand visibility and commercial growth.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, 3rd + Taylor Agency
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanynwahiri/
135. Sabrina Palme
Sabrina Palme is an AI governance and data-privacy entrepreneur focused on building software that helps organisations monitor, evaluate and govern artificial intelligence systems responsibly.
Company/Designation: CEO & Co-Founder, Palqee
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabrina-palme/
136. Hana Al Rostamani
Hana Al Rostamani is the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the United Arab Emirates' largest banking institution. Appointed to the role in January 2021, she made history as the first female CEO of a major UAE-headquartered bank and publicly listed corporation.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of First Abu Dhabi Bank
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ceoweeklyuae_hana-al-rostamani-the-group-chief-executive-activity-7110682532601372672-UyAT
137. Dr. Vanessa Kerry
Co-Founder and CEO of Seed Global Health, strengthening healthcare systems by training doctors, nurses and midwives in countries facing critical workforce shortages.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Seed Global Health
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-kerry
138. Shaista Asif
Shaista Asif is the Co-founder and Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East. She co-founded the Abu Dhabi-based company in 2006, spent over a decade as its Group Chief Operating Officer (COO), and was elevated to Group CEO in December 2023 ahead of the company's initial public offering (IPO) on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX).
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PureHealth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/purehealthae_shaista-asif-group-chief-executive-officer-activity-7455834386572378112-G_7r
139. Dr. Vivienne Ming
Dr. Vivienne Ming is a theoretical neuroscientist, entrepreneur and inventor whose work explores how AI and emerging technologies can expand human potential.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Socos Labs
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivienneming/
140. Wambui Kahara
Wambui Kahara is an entrepreneur and investment leader working across business development, investment and economic opportunities in African markets.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, Crystal Tribe Investments; Co-Founder & Director, La Pearl Investment Africa
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wambui-kahara-64b09a137/
141. May Habib
May Habib is an AI entrepreneur building enterprise-grade generative and agentic AI infrastructure designed to help organisations create, govern and deploy AI applications at scale.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & CEO, Writer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/may-habib/
142. Mpumi Madisa
Mpumi Madisa (Nompumelelo Thembekile Madisa) is a prominent South African businesswoman who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Bidvest Group, making history as the first Black African female CEO of a JSE Top-40 company. She was announced as the CEO-designate in March 2019 and officially took the helm as full CEO on 1 October 2020, guiding the multi-billion dollar diversified enterprise through the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer of the Bidvest Group
LinkedIn: https://za.linkedin.com/in/mpumi-madisa-05353037b
143. Priscilla Almodovar
Priscilla Almodovar is a housing-finance executive with more than three decades of experience across real estate, banking and community development, leading one of the central institutions in the U.S. mortgage-finance system.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, Fannie Mae
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/priscilla-almodovar/
144. Carol B. Tomé
Carol B. Tomé is a global logistics and finance executive leading UPS, with a career spanning corporate finance, retail and large-scale transportation and supply-chain operations.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, UPS
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolbtome/
145. Safra A. Catz
Safra Catz is a technology executive known for her long leadership career at Oracle, where she has played a central role in the company's global strategy, acquisitions, cloud transformation and financial operations.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Oracle
146. Corie S. Barry
Corie Barry is a retail and technology executive who has led Best Buy through its continued evolution across consumer electronics, services, digital commerce and technology-enabled customer experiences.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Best Buy; scheduled to transition from the CEO role on November 1, 2026
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coriebarry/
147. Jennifer Rumsey
Jennifer Rumsey is an engineer and business executive leading Cummins across engines, power systems and next-generation technologies as the company develops lower-emission and alternative-power solutions.
Company/Designation: Chair & CEO, Cummins Inc.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-rumsey/
148. Revathi Advaithi
Revathi Advaithi is a global technology and manufacturing executive leading Flex, one of the world’s largest design, engineering and manufacturing companies. Her work spans advanced manufacturing, supply-chain transformation, industrial technology and AI infrastructure.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Flex
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/revathi-advaithi/
149. Vicki A. Hollub
Vicki Hollub is an energy executive and petroleum engineer leading Occidental, with extensive experience across oil and gas operations, carbon management and energy infrastructure.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, Occidental
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicki-hollub-079ba411/
150. Lidiane Jones
Lidiane Jones is a technology executive with experience across AI, enterprise software and consumer technology. She became CEO of Integral Ad Science in July 2026 after previously leading Slack and Bumble.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Integral Ad Science
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lidiane-jones/
151. Heidi G. Petz
Heidi Petz is a manufacturing and consumer-products executive leading Sherwin-Williams, with experience across coatings, retail operations, consumer brands and corporate strategy.
Company/Designation: Chair, President & CEO, The Sherwin-Williams Company
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-petz-5130933/
152. Christine A. Leahy
Christine “Chris” Leahy is a technology-industry executive leading CDW, helping enterprises, governments, educational institutions and healthcare organisations deploy IT infrastructure and digital solutions.
Company/Designation: Chair, President & CEO, CDW
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-leahy-ba226687/ .
153. April Rudin
April Rudin is a financial-services entrepreneur and marketing strategist specialising in wealth management, fintech, digital transformation and the changing expectations of global investors.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, The Rudin Group
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilrudin
154. Jennifer A. Parmentier
Jennifer Parmentier is an industrial executive with extensive experience in engineered technologies, motion and control systems and global manufacturing operations.
Company/Designation: Chairman & CEO, Parker-Hannifin Corporation
155. Maria Black
Maria Black is a human-capital technology executive leading ADP, with a focus on payroll, HR technology, workforce data and the changing future of work.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, ADP
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-black-464203/
156. Kim Dang
Kim Dang is an energy-infrastructure executive overseeing one of North America's largest networks of pipelines, terminals and natural-gas storage assets.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Kinder Morgan
157. Stephanie L. Ferris
Stephanie Ferris is a financial-technology executive with extensive experience across payments, banking technology and digital transformation.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, FIS
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieferris/
158. Kate Johnson
Kate Johnson is a technology and telecommunications executive leading Lumen's transformation around enterprise connectivity, networking, cloud infrastructure and AI-era digital services.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, Lumen Technologies
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katejohnson/
159. Judy Marks
Judy Marks is an industrial-technology executive leading Otis, combining engineering, manufacturing, digital technology and service operations across the global elevator and escalator market.
Company/Designation: Chair, President & CEO, Otis Worldwide
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judy-marks-otis/
160. Mary Callahan Erdoes
Mary Callahan Erdoes is a financial-services executive leading JPMorganChase’s Asset & Wealth Management business, overseeing one of the world’s largest investment-management and private-banking platforms with more than $7 trillion in client assets.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Asset & Wealth Management, JPMorganChase
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryerdoes
161. Lauren R. Hobart
Lauren Hobart is a retail executive leading DICK'S Sporting Goods, with experience across marketing, digital commerce, customer experience and large-scale omnichannel retail.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, DICK'S Sporting Goods
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-hobart-0656893/
162. Ariane Gorin
Ariane Gorin is a technology and travel-industry executive leading Expedia Group, with extensive experience in digital marketplaces, enterprise technology and global online travel.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Expedia Group
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arianegorin/
163. Lori D. Koch
Lori Koch is a manufacturing and materials executive leading DuPont, with experience across finance, portfolio strategy, advanced materials and industrial innovation.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, DuPont
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-koch-4ba31a19/
164. Ellen G. Cooper
Ellen Cooper is a financial-services executive specialising in insurance, retirement, investment management and long-term financial security.
Company/Designation: Chairman, President & CEO, Lincoln Financial
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellengcooper/
165. Darya Shaterloo
Darya Shaterloo is a financial-services executive and entrepreneur working across corporate advisory, investment, growth strategy and regulated financial services.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Hectocorn
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darya-shaterloo-hectocorn
166. Kathleen M. Mazzarella
Kathleen “Kathy” Mazzarella is a distribution and supply-chain executive leading Graybar, an employee-owned distributor serving electrical, communications and data-networking markets.
Company/Designation: Chairman, President & CEO, Graybar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathymazzarella/
167. Joey Wat
Joey Wat is a consumer and restaurant-industry executive leading Yum China, overseeing major brands including KFC and Pizza Hut across one of the world's largest consumer markets.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Yum China Holdings
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-wat-80a215/
168. Helen Giza
Helen Giza is a healthcare executive leading Fresenius Medical Care, one of the world’s largest providers of products and services for people with kidney disease. Her leadership focuses on healthcare transformation, patient care, operational performance and medical innovation.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Fresenius Medical Care
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-giza
169. Dr. Reshma Kewalramani
Dr. Reshma Kewalramani is a physician-scientist and biotechnology executive leading Vertex Pharmaceuticals in the development of transformative medicines for serious diseases.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, Vertex Pharmaceuticals
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reshma-kewalramani-md-fasn-8328ba21/
170. Teresa “Terry” Rasmussen
Teresa Rasmussen is a financial-services executive leading Thrivent, focused on insurance, investment, financial advice and helping individuals build long-term financial security.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, Thrivent
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-terry-rasmussen/
171. Joanne Crevoiserat
Joanne Crevoiserat is a retail and consumer-business executive leading Tapestry, the global fashion group behind Coach and Kate Spade. Her career spans finance, operations, merchandising and global brand strategy. Tapestry continues to identify her as CEO in its August 2026 results.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Tapestry, Inc.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanne-crevoiserat/
172. Joyce A. Mullen
Joyce Mullen is a technology executive leading Insight Enterprises, helping organisations modernise their businesses through cloud, data, AI, cybersecurity and digital workplace technologies.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, Insight Enterprises
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joycemullen/
173. Kristin C. Peck
Kristin Peck is an animal-health and life-sciences executive leading Zoetis, combining pharmaceutical innovation, diagnostics and technology to improve animal health globally.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Zoetis
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-peck/
174. Adaire Fox-Martin
Adaire Fox-Martin is a global technology executive leading Equinix, overseeing digital infrastructure and data-centre networks supporting cloud, enterprise and AI workloads.
Company/Designation: CEO & President, Equinix
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adairefoxmartin/
175. Deborah Sawaf
Deborah Sawaf is an entrepreneur, designer and social-impact leader whose work focuses on emotional intelligence, leadership, communication and using the power of words to support positive social change.
Company/Designation: Founder & CEO, The Power of Words Foundation
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahsawaf/
176. Jennifer “Jenny” M. Johnson
Jenny Johnson is an asset-management executive leading Franklin Templeton, overseeing investment capabilities spanning public markets, alternatives, wealth management and financial technology.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, Franklin Templeton
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyjohnsonfranklintempleton/
177. Laura J. Alber
Laura Alber is a retail executive leading Williams-Sonoma, overseeing a portfolio of home and lifestyle brands while expanding the company's digital and global commerce capabilities.
Company/Designation: President & CEO, Williams-Sonoma, Inc..
178. Amy Taylor
Amy Taylor is a sports and consumer-business executive who became CEO of Angel City Football Club in July 2026. She brings extensive experience across sports, media and consumer brands and now oversees the club’s football, business and organisational operations.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Angel City Football Club
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amytaylor2021/
179. Lisa Palmer
Lisa Palmer is a real-estate executive leading Regency Centers, a major U.S. owner, operator and developer of grocery-anchored shopping centres. She has spent three decades with the company across finance, investment, strategy and executive leadership.
Company/Designation: President & Chief Executive Officer, Regency Centers
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-palmer-04833112
180. Sheryl D. Palmer
Sheryl Palmer is a homebuilding executive who has led Taylor Morrison through major periods of expansion, public-market growth and development across multiple U.S. housing markets.
Company/Designation: Chairman & CEO, Taylor Morrison
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheryl-palmer-83185b7/
181. Linda Rendle
Linda Rendle is a consumer-products executive leading Clorox, with experience across brand management, corporate strategy, operations and innovation in household and consumer goods.
Company/Designation: Chair & CEO, The Clorox Company; leading the company while a successor search is underway
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-rendle/
182. Heather H. Lavallee
Heather Lavallee is a financial-services executive leading Voya Financial, focused on retirement, workplace benefits, investment management and helping individuals improve financial outcomes.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Voya Financial
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-lavallee/
183. Julia Hartz
Julia Hartz is a technology entrepreneur and the co-founder of Eventbrite, where she has led the development of one of the world’s largest platforms for discovering and organising live experiences. Eventbrite continues to list her as CEO in 2026.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder, CEO & Executive Chair, Eventbrite
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliahartz/
184. Carla Vernón
Carla Vernón is a consumer-business executive leading The Honest Company, with more than 25 years of experience building and transforming major consumer brands. She previously held leadership positions at Amazon and General Mills.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, The Honest Company
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlavernon/
185. Yamini Rangan
Yamini Rangan is a technology executive leading HubSpot, with more than 25 years of experience across product marketing, sales, customer strategy and enterprise software.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, HubSpot
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaminirangan
186. Michelle Peluso
Michelle Peluso is a consumer, technology and beauty executive leading Revlon, following senior leadership roles at CVS Health, IBM, Gilt and Travelocity.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Revlon
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellepeluso
187. Julie Bornstein
Julie Bornstein is a retail-technology entrepreneur and e-commerce executive building Daydream, an AI-powered conversational fashion-shopping platform. Her career includes senior digital leadership roles at Nordstrom, Sephora and Stitch Fix, and Daydream currently identifies her as CEO.
Company/Designation: Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Daydream
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliebornstein/
188. Tekedra Mawakana
Tekedra Mawakana is a technology executive leading Waymo alongside Dmitri Dolgov. She oversees company strategy and the commercial expansion of Waymo’s autonomous-driving technology, including its growing international footprint. Waymo currently lists her as Co-CEO.
Company/Designation: Co-Chief Executive Officer, Waymo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tekedra-mawakana/
189. Dame Debbie Crosbie
Debbie Crosbie is a banking and financial-services executive leading Nationwide Building Society, one of the UK's largest financial institutions, after previously serving as CEO of TSB.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Nationwide Building Society
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/debbie-crosbie-nationwide
190. Amy Howe
Amy Howe is a digital entertainment and sports-business executive leading FanDuel across online sports betting, gaming and emerging prediction-market products.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, FanDuel
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-howe-12386431
191. Deanna Strable
Deanna Strable is a financial-services executive who rose through Principal Financial Group after beginning with the company as an intern. She leads its global businesses across retirement, insurance, investment management and employee benefits.
Company/Designation: Chair, President & Chief Executive Officer, Principal Financial Group
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanna-strable-soethout
192. Aicha Evans
Aicha Evans is a technology and engineering executive leading Zoox, Amazon’s autonomous-mobility company. She previously held senior strategy and engineering roles at Intel and now oversees the development and deployment of Zoox’s purpose-built robotaxi platform. Amazon still identifies her as Zoox CEO in August 2026.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Zoox
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aicha-evans/
193. Sarah Franklin
Sarah Franklin is a technology executive leading Lattice, an AI-powered people-management platform focused on performance, employee development and organisational effectiveness.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Lattice
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahfranklin
194. Christina Cacioppo
Christina Cacioppo is the co-founder and CEO of Vanta, a technology company developing automated security, compliance and trust-management infrastructure for businesses.
Company/Designation: Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Vanta
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ccacioppo
195. Anjali Sud
Anjali Sud is a media and technology executive leading Tubi, the free ad-supported streaming platform owned by Fox Corporation, after previously serving as CEO of Vimeo.
Company/Designation: Chief Executive Officer, Tubi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjalisud
196. Natascha Viljoen
Natascha Viljoen is a mining executive with more than 30 years of international industry experience. In January 2026, she became the first woman to serve as CEO of Newmont in the company's more than century-long history.
Company/Designation: President & Chief Executive Officer, Newmont Corporation
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natascha-viljoen-5a86279
197. Lisa M. Atherton
Lisa Atherton is an aerospace and defence executive leading Textron, following senior leadership roles across Bell and Textron Systems. She became Textron's President and CEO in January 2026.
Company/Designation: President & Chief Executive Officer, Textron Inc.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaatherton
198. Mindy K. West
Mindy West is a retail and energy executive who has worked across finance, strategy, human resources, fuel operations and convenience retail during a career spanning more than 25 years. She became Murphy USA's CEO in January 2026.
Company/Designation: President & Chief Executive Officer, Murphy USA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindy-atwood-west-157a2211
199. Abigail P. Johnson
Abigail Johnson is a financial-services executive leading Fidelity Investments, where her career has included investment research, asset management and executive leadership as the firm expanded across investment management, retirement services and digital assets. She remains Fidelity's CEO in 2026.
Company/Designation: Chair & Chief Executive Officer, Fidelity Investments
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbyjohnson
200. Dr. Laura Niklason
Dr. Laura Niklason is a physician-scientist and biotechnology entrepreneur who founded Humacyte to develop bioengineered human tissues for regenerative medicine and vascular applications.
Company/Designation: Founder, President & Chief Executive Officer, Humacyte
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraniklason
