Most Powerful Women

Ilene Gordon

  • 2020 Rank
    39
  • Company
    Ingredion
  • Title
    Chairman, CEO, and President
  • Age
    61
  • Industry
    Food Production
Since Gordon took over as CEO in 2009, her company's stock has soared--up 209% compared with 119% for the S&P 500 index. Formerly Corn Products International, Ingredion has also moved into gluten-free starches and non-GMO products.