Jennifer Hyman (Fashion Tech / Circular Economy) at Rent the Runway — New York, United States

Jennifer Hyman co-founded Rent the Runway in 2009, building the world's first "unlimited wardrobe" service and pioneering the circular fashion economy. The company went public in 2021 and transformed how women think about clothing ownership. Hyman is a fierce advocate for work-life integration, pay equity, and entrepreneurial resilience. She led Rent the Runway through its near-collapse during COVID-19 and subsequent restructuring with remarkable transparency.