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Zanny Minton
Beddoes

The Economist’s Trailblazing Editor

Zanny Minton Beddoes became the first woman to serve as editor-in-chief of The Economist. Her path to the role included work at the International Monetary Fund and years covering economics for the publication. Born…

2015 Trailblazing Editor Became the first woman to serve as Editor-in-Chief of *The Economist*, making history in global journalism and economics.
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