Women have been liberated in the workplace. We live in a world where it’s possible to break through the glass ceiling. At the same time, there’s no reason why beauty can’t play as much of a part as brains. The door is open for women to achieve. With that in mind, we’re going to discuss ten of the hottest female CEOs. ![chilli-1437775_1280.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmfWMJRvLQH93ayUncNqoPcaXkgqnJ4TUH3Ezkp2yrULv1/chilli-1437775_1280.jpg) ___

Hilary Rowland

Hilary Rowland is a 35-year-old blonde bombshell who leads eClick Interactive Inc and NewFaces. NewFaces is a free online portfolio tool she started when she was just fifteen. Recently, she started selling a range of custom jewellery designs. Dubbed Project Migration, she wants to contribute to eliminating poverty in Africa. ![hilaryRowland.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmcNigG2AhRhjXtt38gLQALYLYjzkcCePGur8M98cYJUDP/hilaryRowland.jpg) ___

Marissa Mayer

At 37, Marissa has accomplished more than most. Over the years, she has made her name as the CEO of Yahoo. This makes her one of the most powerful CEOs in the world. Currently she is worth over $300 million, according to the most recent estimates. ![meyers.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmRFL1QQdh9wgzopsPq7qd53KFabxfZn79BYrvtjFfxTsg/meyers.jpg) ___

Jennifer Hyman

Jennifer Hyman started Rent the Runway. This 38-year-old brunette’s company allows women to rent designer clothing for a single event at a fraction of the usual sales price. She also happens to be known as one of the most beautiful women in the world. ![jennifer-hyman-rtr.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmVHJh26ck2uR1JFkjUYFYZxGGv1e5mH1AJ2qSgyZ9vR8w/jennifer-hyman-rtr.jpg) ___

Tory Burch

For 52, Tory Burch looks better than most women at 20. She runs her own fashion label, named after herself, and owns the Tory Burch Foundation, which is dedicated to promoting the economic independence of women. ![toryBurch.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmcgVY8ubBZoAdqHPMSzfWrmY5ucFtXtCRA7vd9PG4nYz5/toryBurch.jpg) ___

Dylan Lauren

44-year-old Dylan Lauren began her company Dylan’s Candy Bar after becoming inspired by Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory. Her company now holds the mantle of the biggest candy company in the US. ![DylanLauren.jpeg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmbEsmrzVyCwUR8LgQshWXeg2KiiPwn1EYiMT7XhYuHKSF/DylanLauren.jpeg) ___

Victoria Ransom

Victoria Ransom is the founder of Wildfire. Since 2008, she has run this adventure and travel company, which boasts over 400 employees. Up until recently she was its SEO. She took the decision to sell Wildfire to Google for a cool $250 million, along with her co-founder Alan Chuard. ![victoriaRansom.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmW7sxydV8UcQxAkDdfp8KHMojyCqgf6pwZHtCFA7LXPD3/victoriaRansom.jpg) ___

Leslie Blodgett

Bare Escentuals is a company you’ve likely heard of through the late-night shows on WVC. Leslie herself has featured in these shows. It has helped her healthy cosmetics line to become a $1.7 billion-rated business. And it’s clear she’s using her own products to make herself look gorgeous! ![leslieblodgett_1200xx3000-1688-0-156.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmSPWBqHPuGZjyFUjbDYfw7Fn7hxqTQnnSwB7fR9GaSm83/leslieblodgett_1200xx3000-1688-0-156.jpg) ___

Jesse Draper

Jesse Draper is just 33, but she’s famous for her work as an actor, producer, writer, and talk show host. The Valley Girl Talk Show is an offshoot of her company ValleyGirl Inc. She’s not just sexy, but she’s smart too, as she graduated from the prestigious UCLA institution. ![jesse-draper.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmQa341tZQwzznasjuVtrqnzUqKbWyZht93EpRLuVBcboG/jesse-draper.jpg) ___

Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks is famous the world over for her success as part of Bankable Enterprises. Her company produces a range of entertainment shows, and has managed talent within the fashion industry. As a former supermodel herself, the 45-year-old once ran TZONE around the turn of the millennium. ![tyra-banks-life-size-2-preview.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmUsg3qcH8Khm6Geqs1UNGXvPY1gkzXQEZ39Lk67gouDZH/tyra-banks-life-size-2-preview.jpg) ___

Claire Chambers

38-year-old former management consultant Claire Chambers started Journelle Lingerie and made it into one of the most successful companies in the world. Her ambition has always been to merge the lingerie and fashion industries into one. Whilst she has yet to accomplish this, she continues to pursue her goal. ![CalireChambers.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmZbKSPWYKZnjJtVBtQWk5sHbgcDyzctWqWYvsK6CmFHrY/CalireChambers.jpg) ___ Hot with Substance These women break the mould when it comes to beauty and brains. They demonstrate women don’t have to choose between one or the other. They embody all that’s best about being a woman. These women demonstrate humility, determination, and ultimately equality. There’s no doubt they’re leading the way in inspiring young girls to pursue their dreams, whatever they may be.