Women We Admire is pleased to announce the Top 50 Women Chief Executive Officers of 2024. One of the most important leadership functions in a company or organization is the Chief Executive Officer. As the highest ranking executive, the CEO is responsible for making major corporate decisions and guiding the strategic direction of the company. This role also sets the tone for the overall culture and values, while ensuring financial prosperity.

 

In Fortune 500 companies, only about 10% of CEOs are women, even though research shows women leaders improve collaboration and inspire employees to be more dedicated to a company’s mission. This year’s list of award recipients demonstrate the focus, drive, and commitment of today’s women CEOs.

 

Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of the Top 50 Women Chief Executive Officers of 2024.

Wendy Holliday is a service-driven leader passionately committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). As the CEO of PayTech Women, formerly known as Wnet, she ensures organizational profitability, while pioneering career programs addressing gender disparities. Her extensive executive leadership spans various roles, emphasizing strategic direction, member relations, and best-in-class operations. Her tenure at Kent State University as an adjunct professor reflects her dedication to nurturing the next generation with a focus on leadership, communications, and critical thinking.

 

Holliday is a high-touch leader, strategic guide, and staff team builder committed to efficiency, financial acumen, and inclusive leadership. An accomplished association professional, she brings more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit management, characterized by a strategic and data-driven approach. She has excelled in various roles, including serving as the executive director for Digital Enterprise Society (formerly PLM World), the VP for attendee acquisition and experience at Velvet Chainsaw Consulting, and the VP for marketing and member services at the National Association of College Stores. Holliday has been instrumental in shaping marketing and sponsorship plans for major events like CAMEX (a TSNN top 150 show) and has led sponsorship activities at the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah, for Certified Angus Beef. Her expertise extends to data-driven change, volunteer engagement, and successful initiatives in membership marketing and acquisition.

 

Holliday is an ASAE Certified Association Executive (CAE) and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in Higher Education from Kent State University.