Global Press CEO, Cristi Hegranes, Honored Among Top Female Founders

Leading media brand Inc. announces its top 500 Female Founders, recognizing women leaders challenging some of the world's biggest problems.

WASHINGTON, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Press founder and CEO Cristi Hegranes has been recognized as one of the most dynamic women entrepreneurs in the US.

Honored by Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future, Hegranes was today named to its top 500 Female Founders list, recognizing a bold group of women whose innovations and ideas are leading their industries forward. 

Cristi Hegranes founded Global Press in 2006 to train and employ local women journalists in undercovered regions. Her values-driven approach prioritizes newsroom representation and journalist security, redefining international journalism. She has received numerous honors, including the SPJ Journalism Innovation Prize, a Jefferson Award, and the Ida B. Wells Award for Bravery. Her Duty of Care program earned the Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Prize and was a Fast Company World Changing Idea. She is also the author of the bestselling book Byline: How Local Journalists Can Transform the Global News Industry and Change the World.

"I'm honored by this recognition, but the spotlight belongs to our incredible global team. In this challenging moment, their passion, resilience, and commitment to a more informed and inclusive world drive us forward," Hegranes said. "As Global Press celebrates its 19th anniversary, it is a testament to the power of collective effort. I'm deeply grateful to stand alongside such inspiring individuals every day."

The founders who made Inc.'s 2025 list cross all industries and bring with them unique stories of success from each stage of the entrepreneurial journey — from startup to going public, being acquired by big buyers, or spending decades at the helm of an organization.

"Female founders know what struggle is, but they're also experts of improvisation, adaptability, and creativity; the women featured on this year's list exemplify these qualities," said Inc. executive editor Diana Ransom. "Through times of uncertainty, their unwavering dedication and steadfast leadership are not only inspiring but vital to driving progress." 

To see the complete list of honorees, please visit: https://www.inc.com/female-founders

For more information and interview requests, please contact Louise Scrivens, [email protected].

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