Modern women are increasingly occupying leadership positions in politics and business, having a significant impact on geopolitical, economic and social processes.
Today, in a ranking compiled by Forbes, the most influential women of the world in 2015. There are a hundred names in the full list, among which one Russian is Elvira Nabiullina on the 71st line. We offer, as usual, the Top 10 leading positions. The top ten Angela Merkel, who is the leader in the ranking for the tenth consecutive year.
10. Michelle Obama
At one time, Michelle was the boss of her husband Barack - the current president of the United States. Today, the first lady is actively involved in social issues, drawing attention to the quality of life of women, in particular, in the countries of Southeast Asia.
9. Susan Wojcicki
A native of Google, Susan is the president of YouTube. The company is estimated at $ 20 billion, and the popularity of video hosting naturally contributes to the growing influence of Wojczycki, who actively advocated its acquisition by Google.
8. Cheryl Sandberg
Last year, Facebook’s COO published the bestseller “Don't Be Afraid to Act.” Sony Pictures is planning a film based on the Sandberg book. Cheryl plans to leave half of his fortune to charity.
7. Dilma Rousseff
Dilma was elected for the second time in a row as head of Brazil. It has been at the helm of the largest Latin American economy since 2010. Recently, Dilma's popularity among the population has been falling, due to the decline of the Brazilian economy in the last 2 years.
6. Christine Lagarde
Lagarde manages the finances of 188 countries. So many states are participants in the International Monetary Fund. Lagard also has a six-year term as French finance minister.
5. Mary Barra
Barra is the first woman to head the GM auto giant. For the automotive industry, this is an unprecedented example. Mary has demonstrated her ability to make difficult decisions and to take responsibility. So, it was she who made the decision to leave the markets that were unprofitable for the concern - Russia, Australia and Indonesia.
4. Janet Yellen
In February 2014, Janet succeeded Ben Bernanke as chairman of the US Federal Reserve. Yellen’s current powers expire in 2018 and may well be extended for a new term.
3. Melinda Gates
Spouses Gates - the undisputed leaders in the field of charity. They are investing their multi-billion dollar fortune in healthcare and education, supporting innovation. Melinda pays particular attention to women's rights.
2. Hilary Clinton
The former first lady of the United States is one of the candidates for the next year’s presidential election. Hilary is 67 years old, and she has behind her the most important experience as the wife of the president, as well as the US Secretary of State.
1. Angela Merkel
Merkel, 60, has been in power for 16 years, an unprecedented period for a woman in politics. The most influential woman in the world can lose the first place in the ranking only if Hillary Clinton comes to power in the USA next year, she has no other competitors in the struggle for leadership on the Forbes list.
