100 Women in Finance celebrates its 24th Annual Gala benefiting the 100WF Foundation.

More than 450 leaders from across the global finance industry joined 100 Women in Finance (100WF) on November 5 at Cipriani 42nd Street for its 24th Annual New York Gala, raising $1 million to advance the organization’s mission to empower women at every career stage.

The evening honored MFA Board Chair Jody Gunderson, Managing Principal at AB CarVal, with the 2025 Americas Industry Leadership Award for her exceptional leadership and commitment to advancing women’s representation in finance.

If you were unable to join us on the night you can still make a donation using the link below:

To learn more about how to join 100 Women in Finance please click here.

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Together, We’re Driving Change

Funds raised through the Gala directly support the 100WF Foundation’s mentorship and leadership programs, helping women advance, lead, and thrive in finance worldwide.

If you were unable to join us on the night, you can still make a contribution using the link below.

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With Gratitude

100 Women in Finance extends heartfelt thanks to the 2025 New York Gala sponsors and partners whose generosity made the evening possible.

Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors

Event Program

For a full list of speakers, honorees, and evening highlights, explore the official Gala program.

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The evening honored Jody Gunderson, Managing Principal at AB CarVal and Chair of the Managed Funds Association (MFA), with the 2025 Americas Industry Leadership Award for her exceptional leadership and commitment to advancing women’s representation in finance.

“It just shows what a combination of opportunity, support, risk-taking, and tenacity can do over time — and how powerful it is when organizations like 100 Women in Finance invest in helping people grow.” 

Jody Gunderson

Managing Principal
AB CarVal

Watch the 2025 New York Gala highlight reel below: