Women in Private Funds 2026

Our annual report highlights the insights and achievements of senior women leaders making waves across the alternatives ecosystem

We showcase this yearโ€™s Women of Influence in Private Markets list, which celebrates 42 standout professionals working in private equity, venture capital, private credit, infrastructure, real estate and across asset classes. With women remaining underrepresented in the private funds industry, this yearโ€™s cohort share words of career advice and flag the key market developments capturing their attention.

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Women of Influence: Leading the way

Meet 42 women lighting a path across the alternative assets ecosystem.

The Women of Influence shine a spotlight on success

We asked this yearโ€™s Women of Influence for private credit for their thoughts on the market and their advice to the next generation of leaders.

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