A Swiss non-profit organization, The NEAR Foundation released the final list of the top Women in Web3 Changemakers for 2023. These exceptional women were chosen by the public from a shortlist of candidates based on their inclusion, influence, and innovation within the Web3 community.
Marieke Flament, CEO of the NEAR Foundation expressed her admiration for the winners, stating, “This is a remarkable list of outstanding women who have truly made their mark in a highly competitive and challenging environment, where opportunities are not always accessible to everyone, especially women.These Changemakers show that we can forge our own path into the ecosystem and create a collective narrative that has the power to break down barriers to entry and make Web3 more inclusive for everyone.”
Flament further highlighted the importance of collaboration and community-building, stating, “It is important that we continue to help one another and maintain a strong, international community that includes both men and women. Together we can inspire one another, become each other’s role models and level the playing field for the next generation of women.”
The 2023 Women in Web3 Changemakers list includes:
- Emily Rose Dallara – Web3 Leadership Coach and Podcast Producer
- Janine Grainger – CEO and Co-founder, Easy Crypto AI
- Bridget Greenwood – Founder, The Bigger Pie
- Cathy Hackl – Founder and Chief Metaverse Officer
- Erica Kang – Founder and CEO, Krypto Seoul
- Irina Karagyaur – Founder and Director, BQ9
- Veronica Korzh – Co-founder and CEO, Geekpay
- Zoe Leavitt – Founder and CEO, Glass
- Alana Podrx – CEO and Founder, Eve Wealth
- Yaliwe Soko – Chair, United Africa Blockchain Association
This diverse group of Changemakers represents a wide range of expertise and achievements within the Web3 space. They have demonstrated their dedication to driving ideas that benefit society and promote sustainability, while making a significant impact on the Web3 community and beyond. The NEAR Foundation recently partnered with Alibaba Cloud for Web3 Growth.
The NEAR Foundation applauds the hundreds of nominations received from peers and employers, recognizing the achievements of women in the global workforce. The international community has demonstrated its support for women’s contributions in Web3, emphasizing the collective effort to foster a more inclusive and diverse ecosystem.