The impact of women in leadership in the wealth management industry

The impact of women in leadership in the wealth management industry
This multi-part series unpacks Dr. Don Barden's research into the changing dynamics involving women in leadership, and what this means for the wealth management industry going forward.
SEP 22, 2025

"Everything in behavioral economics starts with observation."

And so began Dr. Don Barden's research into the demographic shift that is underway around women in leadership. This multi-part series, including an interview with Barden himself, is what he has learned about these shifts and why in the next few years women will outnumber men in leadership roles. 

Barden is a senior-level behavioral economist and contributor with focus on organizational leadership and growth. He is well known for his work on Wall Street and his ability to consult businesses and governments around the world as they prepare for the times ahead. His recent publication, Here Come the Girls, forecasts women taking over global leadership in the year 2028. 


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