The BBC has published its list of inspirational and influential women for 2016 - the BBC 100 Women 2016 list. Bank Leumi (TASE: LUMI) CEO Rakefet Russak-Aminoach is the only Israeli woman on the list, which includes groundbreaking women from all over the world and from various fields of activity, such as high tech entrepreneurs, scientists, athletes, writers, singers and actresses. RELATED ARTICLES Leumi Q3 profit surges 30% What will motivate Leumi's CEO? Leumi CEO: Banks must change or become extinct The BBC describes Russak-Aminoach, 50, as the "Youngest female CEO to ever head an Israeli bank." She is quoted saying "It's not about gender - the road is hard for everyone. Believe in yourself and you will get there." Published by Globes [online], Israel business news - www.globes-online.com - on November 22, 2016 © Copyright of Globes Publisher Itonut (1983) Ltd. 2016
