When it comes to leadership in the business world, women have been making significant strides. Here are the top 16 businesswomen who have made a mark in their respective industries:
1. Indra Nooyi
Former CEO of PepsiCo, Indra Nooyi is known for her strategic vision and commitment to sustainability.
2. Mary Barra
As the CEO of General Motors, Mary Barra has been a trailblazer in the automotive industry.
3. Sheryl Sandberg
COO of Facebook, Sheryl Sandberg is a vocal advocate for gender equality in the workplace.
4. Oprah Winfrey
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey has built an empire that includes television, film, and publishing.
5. Ginni Rometty
Former CEO of IBM, Ginni Rometty led the company through a period of transformation and innovation.
6. Safra Catz
As the CEO of Oracle, Safra Catz has been instrumental in the company's growth and success.
7. Abigail Johnson
CEO of Fidelity Investments, Abigail Johnson is one of the most powerful women in finance.
8. Ursula Burns
Former CEO of Xerox, Ursula Burns was the first African American woman to lead a Fortune 500 company.
9. Susan Wojcicki
CEO of YouTube, Susan Wojcicki has overseen the platform's growth into a global powerhouse.
10. Meg Whitman
Former CEO of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Meg Whitman is known for her strategic leadership and business acumen.
11. Marillyn Hewson
Former CEO of Lockheed Martin, Marillyn Hewson has been a driving force in the defense industry.
12. Rosalind Brewer
CEO of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Rosalind Brewer is a respected leader in the retail sector.
13. Gwynne Shotwell
President and COO of SpaceX, Gwynne Shotwell has been instrumental in the company's success in the aerospace industry.
14. Mary Dillon
CEO of Ulta Beauty, Mary Dillon has led the company to become a powerhouse in the beauty retail industry.
15. Reshma Saujani
Founder of Girls Who Code, Reshma Saujani is a leading advocate for girls' education in technology.
16. Whitney Wolfe Herd
Founder and CEO of Bumble, Whitney Wolfe Herd has revolutionized the dating app industry with her innovative approach.
