Introduction to Forbes' List of Wealthy Women
Forbes has unveiled its 2025 list of self-made women in the technology sector of the United States. Unlike those who inherit wealth, these women have built their fortunes from the ground up, demonstrating remarkable entrepreneurial spirit and leadership.
Leading Figures in Technology
The list features 25 prominent women from various tech fields, including artificial intelligence (AI) startups and executives from major semiconductor companies. Topping the list is Judy Faulkner, founder of a health software company, with a staggering net worth of $7.8 billion.
Notable Names and Their Achievements
Following Faulkner is Thai Lee, who leads an IT services firm and boasts a wealth of $6.1 billion. Jayshree Ullal, CEO of Arista Networks, comes next with $4.4 billion. Several other high-profile executives also mark their presence, such as Sheryl Sandberg, the former COO of Meta, with a net worth of $2.3 billion, and Lisa Su, Chair and CEO of AMD, valued at $820 million.
Additional Influential Women in Tech
Other noteworthy names include Gwynne Shotwell from SpaceX, with a wealth of $1.2 billion, along with Safra Catz of Oracle at $2.6 billion, and Michelle Zatlyn from Cloudflare with $1.6 billion. Colette Kress and Debora Shoquist of Nvidia are also recognized, with net worths of $650 million and $360 million, respectively.
Complete List of Top 25 Women
Here’s a complete rundown of the 25 self-made women in technology as featured in Forbes' 2025 list, showcasing their impressive wealth in both USD and Indonesian Rupiah, based on the exchange rate as of July 20, 2026.
- Judy Faulkner: $7.8 billion (approx. Rp 139.9 trillion)
- Thai Lee: $6.1 billion (approx. Rp 109.4 trillion)
- Jayshree Ullal: $4.4 billion (approx. Rp 78.9 trillion)
- Sheryl Sandberg: $2.3 billion (approx. Rp 41.2 trillion)
- Lisa Su: $820 million (approx. Rp 14.7 trillion)
- Gwynne Shotwell: $1.2 billion (approx. Rp 21.5 trillion)
- Safra Catz: $2.6 billion (approx. Rp 46.6 trillion)
- Michelle Zatlyn: $1.6 billion (approx. Rp 28.7 trillion)
- Colette Kress: $650 million (approx. Rp 11.7 trillion)
- Debora Shoquist: $360 million (approx. Rp 6.5 trillion)
This list is a testament to the impact and influence that women are making in the technology industry, highlighting their dedication and innovative approaches to business.
Source: https://tekno.kompas.com/read/2026/07/25/17350047/pendiri-startup-hingga-bos-ai-ini-daftar-perempuan-terkaya-di-industri
