Women Leading Business

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Economy

The New Power Players: How Women Are Quietly Rebuilding the Economy

For the first time in history, women aren't just participating in the economy—they're reshaping it. Behind the scenes, women are launching startups, building agencies, leading sports franchises, and stepping into CEO roles once considered off-limits.

Nearly 50% of new businessesRead More →
Finance

Jane Fraser Dominates at Citigroup

Most powerful female banker globally. Since taking over in 2021, Citi's stock rose 37% in 2024. First woman to lead a major US bank—and crushing it.

37% stock increaseRead More →
Corporate

Women Now Hold 29% of C-Suite Roles

Up 12% since 2015. McKinsey data shows steady climb in senior leadership. Gender-diverse companies are 22% more likely to improve profits.

29% C-suite representationRead More →
Leadership

55 Women Now Lead Fortune 500 Companies

2025 hits a record high with 11% of Fortune 500 CEOs being women. Mary Barra (GM) leads at #18. Progress is slow but women are taking the reins.

11% of Fortune 500Read More →
Tech

Fidji Simo Joins OpenAI

Former Instacart CEO tapped as head of applications at OpenAI. Part of the wave of women leaders shaping the future of AI and technology.

Leading AI innovationRead More →

The State of Women in Business

29%
Women in C-Suite roles
Up from 17% in 2015
55
Women CEOs in Fortune 500
Historic high
25%
Higher profitability
In gender-diverse companies

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