Forbes 2023 List of Richest Self-Made Women– Indian-American women continue to leave a mark in the global business landscape. It’s a moment of honour for the community as Jayshree Ullal, Neerja Sethi, Neha Narkhede, and Indra Nooyi earn their places in the eminent Forbes‘ ‘Richest Self-Made Women’ roster for the year 2023.These women are amongst the top 100 successful self-made entrepreneurs, executives, and entertainers in the US, collectively holding a record wealth of $124 billion.
Jayshree Ullal: Leading the Pack at Number 15
At 62, Jayshree Ullal, a Silicon Valley engineer and a veteran of Cisco, is the highest-ranking Indian-American woman on the list. With a net worth of $2.2 billion, Ullal joined Arista Networks as CEO in 2008 when it had no sales. She successfully led the company to achieve a whopping $4.4 billion in revenue in 2022, despite various market challenges.
Neerja Sethi and Neha Narkhede: Self-Made Entrepreneurs
Neerja Sethi, co-founder of IT consulting and outsourcing firm Syntel, stands at number 25 with a net worth of $990 million. Neha Narkhede, a software engineer turned entrepreneur, has a net worth of $520 million and occupies the 50th position. Narkhede recently announced the launch of her new company, Oscilar, a fraud detection firm.
Indra Nooyi: Making Waves at Number 77
Former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi is ranked 77th on the list, with a net worth of $350 million. Nooyi, who was the first woman of colour and immigrant to helm PepsiCo, continues to influence the corporate world, serving on the boards of Amazon and Philips.
In conclusion, the inclusion of these four Indian-American women in Forbes‘ 2023 Richest Self-Made Women list is a testament to their tenacity, hard work, and entrepreneurial spirit. Their stories continue to inspire a new generation of women around the world to break barriers and reach new heights.
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