International Women’s Day 2025: Celebrating Visionary Women in Tech and Beyond
International Women’s Day, observed annually on March 8th, has long honored women’s strength and resilience. In 2025, amidst rapid technological advancement and mounting societal challenges, the day transcends mere reflection; it transforms into a global launchpad, spotlighting exceptional women who are reshaping the future across Web3, technology, AI, finance, and sports.
The underrepresentation of women in crucial fields like artificial intelligence presents significant challenges. Globally, only 12% of AI researchers are women, and the percentages in the UK and the US are around 20% and 25.6%, respectively, for those in related occupations. However, women wield significant influence as they drive over 85% of consumer spending and make over 80% of healthcare decisions in the United States. This demonstrates the urgency to consider women’s needs and preferences in product development, marketing strategies, and healthcare services.
This article honors several pioneers whose work inspires us to aim higher and act now:
Women in Web3 & Blockchain
Kathleen Breitman: The Web3 Vanguard
In the decentralized realm of Web3, Kathleen Breitman, co-founder of Tezos, stands out. By 2025, Tezos has grown into a billion-dollar platform, thanks to Breitman’s vision of a self-evolving blockchain. She enables communities to govern their own digital ecosystems without intermediaries. Her work shifts control from corporations to individuals, demonstrating that decentralized governance can create more equitable digital economies and pave the way for a more transparent, trustworthy internet.
Adriann Guy: The Creative Economy Advocate
Adriann Guy, co-founder of CreateHER Fest, has built a platform empowering women in technology. She recently launched with Unstoppable a .HER to celebrate International Women’s Day and form a tighter community. CreateHER Fest fosters creativity and innovation, providing women access to tools that enhance self-expression through NFTs, Web3 assets, digital branding, and even AI. Guy is ensuring that women can own their digital identities and utilize creative technology for economic empowerment.
Women in AI & Ethics
Fei-Fei Li: The AI Pioneer
As a renowned AI researcher and Stanford professor, Fei-Fei Li has been a trailblazer in computer vision and AI ethics. By 2025, her work has expanded across healthcare, climate solutions, and responsible AI governance. Her breakthrough work ensures AI is used ethically and inclusively. Li’s work ensures AI development remains ethical and benefits society rather than reinforcing biases. By setting standards for responsible AI, she protects individual rights in an increasingly automated world.
Navrina Singh: The AI Governance Leader
Navrina Singh, the CEO and founder of Credo AI, is redefining AI accountability and establishing global benchmarks for ethical AI deployment, ensuring that AI systems are transparent, fair, and inclusive. Her frameworks for AI policy and transparency have become global standards.
Women in Investment & Finance
Trish Costello: The Investment Visionary
Founder and CEO of Portfolia, Trish Costello has transformed venture investing by actively engaging women as investors. By 2025, Portfolia has directed millions towards female-led startups, proving that women can drive financial innovation. Her work is reshaping venture capital by bringing more women into the investment process, ensuring female entrepreneurs receive the funding needed to grow their businesses.
Arlan Hamilton: The Champion of Underrepresented Founders
Arlan Hamilton, founder of Backstage Capital, is committed to investing in underestimated entrepreneurs, specifically women of color. Her portfolio has proven that diverse leadership drives high returns, challenging systemic bias in venture capital.
Women Driving Leadership
Shellye Archambeau: The Governance and Tech Leader
Former CEO of MetricStream, Shellye Archambeau has spent decades building and scaling technology companies focused on governance, risk, and compliance. Her work has paved the way for more women in executive leadership and board positions. She was the first Black woman CEO in Silicon Valley and ensures that corporations remain accountable while fostering inclusive leadership pipelines.
Shelli Brunswick: The Space Policy Advocate
Shelli Brunswick is a dedicated advocate for space exploration and education, playing a key role in policy initiatives that promote STEM engagement and diversity in the aerospace sector. Her advocacy is important because it encourages women to pursue careers in space and science.
Kathy Klotz-Guest: The Creativity and Communication Strategist
A business strategist and comedian, Kathy Klotz-Guest integrates creativity with corporate leadership, helping companies improve storytelling, communication, and innovation, making business communication more engaging and effective.
Women in Innovation
Rachel Jacobson: The Sports Tech Innovator
Rachel Jacobson leads in the Drone Racing League (DRL), elevating female pilots and engineers to the forefront of this futuristic sport. She is bringing cutting-edge technology and gender diversity into competitive sports.
Dr. Anino Emuwa: The Leadership and Finance Advocate
Dr. Anino Emuwa is the Managing Director of Avandis Consulting, France, and co-founder of 100 Women @Davos. She is a champion of inclusive leadership and works to elevate female executives in finance and corporate governance. Her work is impactful because she is breaking barriers in corporate leadership and advocating for more female representation in executive decision-making and in Africa.
A Bold New Vision for Women in 2025
These women—leaders in Web3, AI, finance, governance, and sports—are not waiting for the future; they’re creating it. Their interconnected efforts transform International Women’s Day into a sustained force for change. On March 8, 2025, you can support blockchain, build an AI agent, invest in women-led ventures, push for AI ethics, mentor emerging leaders, or advocate for diversity in sports and STEM. These women are architects of tomorrow, and together, we can help build a future together.
International Women’s Day 2025 shouldn’t just be a milestone—it should be the ignition point for the future.
