# Defining Power: From Fortune 500 Lists to AI Innovation | Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune Writer

> For Immediate Release · Release No. 110. Episode 110 · 22 min · March 2, 2026 · Hosted by Ronnie Spellman.

DALLAS, TX — March 2, 2026 — In this episode of the Business Decoded podcast, Ronnie Spellman interviews Emma Hinchliffe, a senior writer at Fortune and editor of the Most Powerful Women (MPW) franchise. Hinchliffe shares insights from her unparalleled access to the world’s top female executives, discussing the evolution of corporate power, the personal challenges of high-level leadership, and the strategies that define successful modern entrepreneurs. The conversation highlights that while traditional metrics like the Fortune 500 remain vital, new definitions of influence are emerging through groundbreaking work in AI, technology, and startup ecosystems.

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