Adena Friedman is a prominent business executive and leader in the financial industry. She currently serves as the President and CEO of Nasdaq, a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, and listing services. With a strong background in finance and technology, Adena has played a pivotal role in transforming Nasdaq into a cutting-edge financial technology company.

Prior to her current role, Adena held various leadership positions at Nasdaq, including Chief Financial Officer and President of Global Corporate and Information Technology Solutions. Under her guidance, Nasdaq has continued to innovate and drive forward in the rapidly changing landscape of financial markets.

Throughout her career, Adena has been recognized for her leadership and contributions to the industry. She has been named to Fortune’s list of Most Powerful Women and Forbes’ list of the World’s 100 Most Powerful Women. Adena’s passion for empowering women in the financial world has also led her to actively support diversity and inclusion initiatives within the industry.

With her visionary leadership and commitment to driving positive change, Adena Friedman continues to be a driving force in shaping the future of the financial industry.