10 Key Women's Leadership Appointments in USA in September 2026

Adeia Names Dipti Vachani as CEO

Adeia Inc. has named Dipti Vachani, a semiconductor industry executive, as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 12, 2026. With about three decades of experience in the semiconductor industry, Dipti is equipped with ample knowledge of technology innovation, strategic market planning, and collaboration within the industry.

Dipti worked at Arm Limited as Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Automotive Business Unit between 2018 and 2026. Her semiconductor innovation and industry expertise bring value to Adeia as the firm pursues its goals in terms of technology and business.

Girls Who Code Names Susan Gouijnstook as New CEO

In her role, Susan Gouijnstook will take charge as CEO of Girls Who Code, an international organization aimed at addressing the gender disparity in tech fields. This appointment comes after expertise over two decades in the field of education, career opportunities, innovation, and technology. Prior to her appointment at Girls Who Code, Susan was the first ever Chief Solutions Officer at Jobs for the Future (JFF). At JFF, she spearheaded various projects designed to foster program creation and scaling across the United States.

In her new role, Susan will lead Girls Who Code as the organization continues its efforts to expand technology access and create pathways for more girls and young women to participate in the technology sector.

Nicus Software Appoints Robin Wadsworth as CEO

Nicus Software, Inc. (Nicus) has named Robin Wadsworth as the Chief Executive Officer.  With over three decades of experience in growing and scaling software businesses, Robin joins Nicus with proven expertise in this regard and an existing knowledge of the company, its customers, and its business strategy.

In her new role, she will be responsible for revenue growth and go-to-market execution as well as for scaling enterprise software operations. The experience of growing a business commercially makes Robin well-placed to lead Nicus into its next level of customer engagement and growth.

Karen Ignagni Reassumes CEO Role at EmblemHealth

EmblemHealth, one of the largest health insurers in the country, has decided to reappoint Karen Ignagni as its Chief Executive Officer. Karen comes back to the office of CEO after being appointed Executive Board Chair for EmblemHealth. She had led the transformation and modernization of the company before, especially emphasizing customer experience and growth opportunities.

An executive in the healthcare industry, Karen has worked as the President and Chief Executive Officer of America’s Health Insurance Plans and represents over 200 million Americans. She also had several advisory and board roles in government and academia.