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Cathy Engelbert, the commissioner of the WNBA, has overseen a successful season for the league, with increased fan numbers, viewership, and ticket sales. However, there are concerns about the league's infrastructure and whether it can fully capitalize on this moment in women's sports. The WNBA faces challenges such as low player compensation and limited media coverage, but recent events and partnerships have helped raise its profile and attract sponsors. Commissioner Engelbert is praised for her management skills but must navigate the interests of various stakeholders. The league has made progress in areas like charter travel and media deals, but there are still concerns about player compensation and expansion. Additionally, the WNBA is addressing cultural issues such as racism and homophobia. Engelbert is focused on growing the league and ensuring its long-term success. [Extracted from the article]

Fortune's Most Powerful Women list for 2024 showcases the increasing presence and influence of women in the business world. The list includes 100 women from six continents, 18 countries, and 14 industries, highlighting the global scope of their work. The ranking features both newcomers and long-standing leaders, with CEOs representing a significant portion of the list. Additionally, the inclusion of women in the field of artificial intelligence reflects the potential future leaders in this male-dominated industry. The list also recognizes the growing representation of CFOs and executives from the Asia-Pacific region. Overall, the list demonstrates the progress made by women in business while acknowledging the challenges they still face. [Extracted from the article]

Rachel Romer, co-founder and former CEO of Guild, a $4.4 billion education and upskilling startup, suffered a stroke at the age of 34. The stroke left her with physical challenges but did not affect her communication skills. Romer's stroke and recovery have reshaped Guild's focus, particularly in the healthcare sector. She has stepped down as CEO and handed the reins to Bijal Shah, who was hired by Romer in 2018. Guild, which connects workers with educational opportunities, is now preparing for the future of work and the increasing need for upskilling due to automation. [Extracted from the article]

The article features the top most powerful women in business in 2023. They include CVS Health President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Karen Lynch, Alphabet and Google President and Chief Investment Officer Ruth Porat, Macquarie Managing Director and CEO Shemara Wikramanayake, Walmart International President and CEO Kath McLay, JD.Com Executive Director and CEO Sandy Ran Xu, Banco do Brasil President and CEO Tarciana Paula Gomes Medeiros, and Instacart Chair and CEO Fidji Simo.

The article introduces SKKY Partners, a private equity firm aiming to invest in consumer businesses and founded by private equity veteran Jay Sammons and entrepreneur/influencer Kim Kardashian. It offers a background on the dialogue between Sammons and Kardashian about their interests in consumer brands that led to the founding of SKKY Partners. It highlights Kardashian's business success with her founding of apparel brand Skims and assesses her potential to assemble a portfolio of companies.

Laura Alber is the CEO of Williams Sonoma, a luxury home furnishings retailer. She has been in this position for 13 years, making her the longest-serving female CEO in the Fortune 500. During her tenure, she has doubled the company's annual revenue and capitalized on its e-commerce operations and aspirational aesthetic. However, economic challenges such as inflation and an uncertain economy are now forcing Alber to explore new revenue streams. She has previously created successful business lines, such as Pottery Barn Kids, and is now focused on maintaining the company's growth and adapting to changing consumer behaviors. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the contribution of Meta head of global business group Nicola Mendelsohn to the growth of the social media platform which ranked number 31 in the 2023 Fortune 500 list of top companies. Topics include a decline in the quarterly revenue growth of Meta from 2021-2023, how Nicola contributed to the bulk of Meta's advertising revenues, the story of her cancer diagnosis and the threat faced by Meta as it loses relevance among younger generations enraptured by rival TikTok.

The article focuses on the success of the rebrand of technology firm OnlyFans under the leadership of chief marketing and communications officer Amrapali "Ami" Gan. Topics discussed the significant role of creators of adult content in the growth of the company, other industries' criticism of the company and its operation, the company's support of adult content, and an increase in the number of its creators and subscribers.

The article discusses the challenge faced by new Slack chief executive officer (CEO) Lidiane Jones in integrating the workplace productivity platform and its parent Salesforce amid the layoffs affecting the company. Topics include the departure of Slack CEO Stewart Butterfield after a conflict with Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, the need for Jones to reconcile the relation between Slack and Salesforce and boost the morale of Slack workforce and a background on Jones' family, education and career.

The article presents "Fortune" magazine's 2022 Change the World list of companies that have had a positive social impact through activities that are part of their core business strategy. They include electronic commerce companies PayPal and Alibaba, retailer Walmart, and eyewear conglomerate Essilor Luxottica. Also mentioned are Qualcomm, Nubank, and electric vehicle battery supplier Northvolt.

The article details how Melanie Perkins built visual communications company Canva into one of the most valuable startup companies founded and run by a woman. Topics discussed include Perkins early life and career, her co-founding of the yearbook publishing business Fusion Books with her husband Cliff Obrecht, and her desire to displace Adobe and Microsoft Office in the workplace.

The article profiles "Fortune" magazine's Most Powerful Women for 2022. They include CVS president and chief executive officer (CEO) Karen Lynch, Accenture chair and CEO Julie Sweet, and Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser. Also mentioned are General Motors chair and CEO Mary Barra, Ping An co-CEO Jessica Tan, and UPS CEO Carol Tomé.

An interview with women who played a part in the #MeToo movement is presented. They talk about how society has, and has not, changed since #MeToo. The women featured in this article include activist Tarana Burke, filmmaker dream hampton, and former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson. Also mentioned are former Goldman Sachs vice president Cristina Chenoster, veteran investor Sara Tirschwell, and former Google employee Tanuja Gupta.

The article focuses on American billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. Topics include her divorce from Jeff Bezos, the founder of electronic (e-)commerce company Amazon, her charitable giving to organizations such as Penumbra Theatre Co. and Global Citizen Year, and how other she compares to other high-profile philanthropists.

An interview is presented with Indian investment banker Falguni Nayar. Topics include the founding of her electronic (e-)commerce beauty company Nykaa, her decision to take the company public in November 2021, and how the initial public offering (IPO) made her the most successful female self-made billionaire in India.

The article focuses on billionaire female founders and the growing influence of women in business. Businesswomen featured include Sara Blakely, founder of the underwear company Spanx, Anne Wojcicki, investor in the genetic genealogy company 23andMe, and Whitney Wolfe Heard, creator of the dating application Bumble.

The article profiles powerful women in business, including Karen Lynch, chief executive officer (CEO) of pharmacy company CVS Health, Angela Hwang, group president of the biopharmaceutical division of biotechnology company Pfizer, and Alicia Boler Davis, senior vice president (SVP) of global customer fulfillment for electronic (e-)commerce company Amazon.

The article lists the 100 best companies to work for as of 2021, including Cisco, Salesforce, and Hilton, noting how they handled the pandemic caused by the coronavirus disease COVID-19. Companies highlighted include retail company Target, real estate listing company Zillow, Hotel company Kimpton, and grocery chain Wegmans.

An interview is presented with Renate Nyborg, the chief executive officer (CEO) of dating app Tinder. Topics include her role in the company's Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) business before becoming CEO, making the app more inclusive, and her background as a philosophy major.

The article presents comments from a number of chief executive officers on reopening businesses during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. It includes Ford CEO Jim Hackett on a phased approach, Gap CEO Sonia Syngal on how to move forward, and Rite Aid CEO Heyward Donigan on avoiding shortages of protective gear.

The article discusses the 25 most powerful women in U.S. politics. It includes Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren and New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education.

The article presents brief profiles of the the fifty most powerful female corporate executives. Profiles include Marilyn Hewson, chairman, president and chief executive officer of aerospace company Lockheed Martin, Mary Barra, chairman and chief executive officer of automobile manufacturer General Motors, and Abigail Johnson, chairman and chief executive officer of Fidelity Investments.

The article lists 52 companies that are using business to meet society's unment needs, dealing with topics including the wireless technology company Qualcomm, the credit card company Mastercard and the drugstore Walgreens.

The article focuses on how American working women have been impacted by the pandemic caused by the coronavirus disease COVID-19. Topics include the drop in women within the labor workforce, the burden of child care and schooling pushed upon mothers, and how this may impact the gender wage gap in the future.

Fortune International has released its 2024 list of the 100 Most Powerful Women, which includes leaders from various industries and countries. The list highlights the increasing representation of women in top executive positions, with over half of the CEOs on the list being women. The inclusion of leaders in the field of artificial intelligence reflects the growing importance of this industry. The list also recognizes the achievements of women in finance, with several high-profile CFOs making the ranking. The Asia-Pacific region is represented by 20 women on the list, including notable firsts in their respective fields. Overall, the list showcases the progress made by women in the business world, while acknowledging the challenges they still face. [Extracted from the article]