- Private companies (including non-profits): at least $25 million in revenue in any of the past 3 years OR an enterprise value of at least $100 million.
- Public companies: market capitalization of at least $250 million.
- CNBC may consider exceptions for non-traditional businesses or candidates with compelling transformational stories.
- If the nominee is determined to be ineligible for the 2027 Changemakers List.
- If multiple payments are submitted in error for the same nominee.
- Impact of leadership on organizational outcomes
- Public or peer influence within sector
- Innovation, risk-taking, or boundary-pushing contributions
2027 CNBC CHANGEMAKERS LIST NOMINATION TERMS
These Supplemental Terms ("Nomination Terms") govern the submission of nominations for consideration in the 2027 CNBC Changemakers List (the "Changemakers List"). By submitting a nomination, you agree to these Nomination Terms, CNBC's Terms of Service , and CNBC's Privacy Policy.
1. OVERVIEW
The CNBC Changemakers List recognizes women who have made significant, measurable contributions to the business world during the 2026 calendar year. Submissions are evaluated based on a data-driven analysis of impact, influence, and leadership, as determined through a skill-based review process administered by CNBC and/or its designated reviewers.
2. ELIGIBILITY
The Nominee and entrant must be 18 years of age or older and of the age of majority in their territory of residence as of September 29, 2026. Submissions will open on September 29th at 9am Eastern time (“ET”) and shall continue through December 4th at 11:59pm ET. Nominees may not be a resident of Singapore who work in the healthcare sector. Nominators are responsible for complying with all applicable laws, including exchange control requirements and for any required/related disclosures under applicable laws.
The Nominee must hold a leadership role, defined as Founder, CEO, President, C-Suite Executive (CFO, COO, CIO, CTO, CISO, CHRO, or equivalent reporting to CEO/Board), or Chair/member of the Board of Directors.
Financial thresholds:
By submitting a nomination and fee, you affirm that you have reviewed eligibility criteria and confirm the nominee meets all eligibility requirements. If you have questions about eligibility, please contact changemakers@cnbc.com prior to submitting payment.
3. NOMINATION SUBMISSION
Nominations must be complete, truthful, and submitted by the stated deadline.
Nominations may be submitted by the nominee, her colleagues, PR/communications representatives, or others with appropriate knowledge of the nominee.
Only one nomination per nominee is required; multiple submissions do not enhance consideration.
Nominators are responsible for coordinating with internal stakeholders, communications representatives, and investors to ensure there is only one submission and payment per nominee.
CNBC may contact nominees directly for verification and consent before publication.
All nominations and payments must be submitted by December 4th. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Once submitted, applications cannot be edited. If material errors are discovered prior to the deadline, nominators may email changemakers@cnbc.com to request consideration of updates. No changes will be accepted after the deadline.
4. NOMINATION FEE & PAYMENT TERMS
A non-refundable application fee of $495 (USD) is required to submit a early bird nomination for consideration between September 29, 2026 and November 8, 2026. The non-refundable application fee will be raised to $595 for submissions made between November 9, 2026, and December 4, 2026. The nomination fee supports the administration and production of the Changemakers List and may be used at CNBC’s discretion to cover general operating costs. Payment of the application fee does not guarantee selection, inclusion on the final Changemakers list or confer any entitlement to recognition, promotional consideration, material benefit, or preferential treatment in the evaluation process, nor does it include any additional benefits, goods, services or consideration of monetary value.
By submitting a nomination, you agree that the recognition provided (if any) is honorary in nature and not intended to confer a monetary or commercial benefit.
Payment must be submitted through CNBC's designated platform at the time of nomination.
Nominations without completed payment will not be considered.
All fees are non-refundable, including in cases of withdrawal, disqualification, non-selection, or determinations of ineligibility after submission.
Submission of a nomination does not guarantee event registration, participation, or access to any CNBC Events or related programming.
Application fees will be refunded only in the following circumstances:
Refunds will not be issued for any other reason, including withdrawal, failure to complete the nomination form, or non-selection.
5. EVALUATION PROCESS
Selections for the Changemakers List will be determined using a data-driven approach that analyzes the impact and significance of each nominee's contribution to their industry or sector during the 2026 calendar year. Evaluation will be based on qualitative and quantitative factors including but not limited to:
CNBC retains sole discretion over all final selections and rankings.
Inclusion on the Changemakers List is honorary and has no cash value.
CNBC will notify individuals selected as final honorees in January 2027.
6. USE OF INFORMATION
Responses are for scoring purposes only. No information provided in this nomination form will be published without CNBC following up with the nominee for verification and permission.
7. PRIVACY
Personal information submitted will be processed according to CNBC's Privacy Policy.
Any publication of nominee information will occur only after verification and consent.
8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
CNBC is not responsible for any incomplete, lost, late, misdirected, or technically failed submissions.
CNBC reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the nomination process, criteria, or timeline at its sole discretion.
By submitting a nomination, each entrant agrees to indemnify, and release and hold harmless, CNBC and its affiliated companies, from any liability that may occur from participation in the CNBC Changemakers List nomination.
Submission of a nomination does not create any employment, partnership, agency, or contractual relationship with CNBC. Recognition on the Changemakers List is a discretionary honor and does not entitle recipients to any prize, compensation, benefits, or guarantees of future consideration.
9. GOVERNING LAW
These Nomination Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.
10. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions related to these Nomination Terms or the nomination process, please contact: changemakers@cnbc.com.
By proceeding with your nomination, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these 2027 CNBC Changemakers List Nomination Terms.
Legal Disclaimer: The 2027 CNBC Changemakers List is an editorial recognition program. Selection is based on CNBC’s independent editorial judgment and established criteria, applied at its sole discretion. Nomination fees are administrative in nature and do not guarantee selection or confer any benefits. This program is not a sweepstakes, lottery, or game of chance, and is void where prohibited by law.