Change is never easy, and it has never been along significant evolutions in the business world too, confronted with complex issues and huge business challenges. Today the world is shaped by technological and commercial innovations and disruptions, and leadership has been challenged multifolds too. Leadership has become more collaborative and people-oriented today, rather than getting tasks done under any situation, there is an increased emphasis on teamwork using creative and analytical approach.

Women having faced several gender disparity and society differentiation have risen upto acknowledgeable heights today in the business world. Having received positive remarks and appreciation for their job execution styles from the business doyens working in organizations amidst several industries they have made their way to promising leadership roles now. Today, where women can be seen positioned as the C-suite leaders in a company, there are many women who are entrepreneurs and business leaders spearheading different entities today applying their creative, innovative, and accomplishing experience in the field. However, this evolution has never been the same for all, be it IT, Healthcare, Fashion, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, or other industries, women with their diligence have dignified the leadership stature of women in business. A joint report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), estimated the India Media & Entertainment industry to be valued $2729 billion in 2022 and $ 5565 billion by 2030. Furthermore, Ormax Media reports, women to be holding 10 percent senior leadership roles in Indian media & entertainment industry. Though, the figures don’t seem moving at present, the future holds many great opportunities for women business leaders ahead, where they will be found making change.

Our endeavour at Women Entrepreneur Magazine has always been to highlight remarkable women leaders across geographies and industries. In keeping with our motto, the current issue of the Women Entrepreneur Magazine features a list of ‘Women Business Leaders of the Year - 2022'. Compiled by a panel of industry veterans, CEOs, CXOs and the Women Entrepreneur Magazine editorial team, the list features prolific women who have not only crafted illustrious and innovative businesses, but have proven their mettle as leaders across the diverse businesses playing a key role in contributing towards strengthening the national workforce and economy.