These are the 2026 CNBC Changemakers: See the full list of women transforming business

Tune in all day for coverage of the 2026 CNBC ChangemakersThe third annual CNBC Changemakers list recognizes women transforming business and philanthropy across sectors including energy, financial services, health care, media, retail, sports and technology. These women are creating multibillion-dollar companies and brands, breaking down barriers in male-dominated industries, and tackling pressing social issues around the world. With guidance from the Changemakers Advisory Board, CNBC evaluated the applicants' impact through both quantitative and qualitative lenses. Changemakers have been chosen for reaching a meaningful achievement in 2025, specifically. Women now run a record 11% of Fortune 500 companies, a number that's been on the rise over the past decade. But that record number still represents a massive gender gap, and the gap is growing in key roles across corporate America. Changemakers defy the odds by taking novel approaches to old business problems and identifying new business opportunities — women who are succeeding, innovating and driving change at their organizations and beyond.Got a confidential news tip? We want to hear from you.Sign up for free newsletters and get more CNBC delivered to your inboxGet this delivered to your inbox, and more info about our products and services.© 2026 Versant Media, LLC.

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