As we close out Women’s History Month,
BLACK ENTERPRISE highlights the accolades of five powerful Black businesswomen worthy of being celebrated. Ranging in the fields of HR, franchising, marketing, development, and politics, these powerhouse corporate leaders show the groundbreaking results that can come from letting women take the lead. At a time when many women are still fighting for pay equality, here are five professionals who achieved success despite the roadblocks set against them.
1. Gale King
After almost four decades of assisting in the diversity, equity, and inclusion at insurance giant Nationwide, Chief Administrative Officer Gale King is retiring, with Venita Clements taking her place. King worked as the executive vice president and CAO since 2009. She started with the company in 1984 and has aided in the increased engagement and inclusivity of the company’s workforce.