Marina von Neumann Whitman Dead: International Trade Expert Was 90
The New York TimesThursday, June 5, 2025 at 8:59:58 PM
Marina von Neumann Whitman, a trailblazing economist and international trade expert, has passed away at 90. She shattered glass ceilings as the first woman on the White House Council of Economic Advisers under Nixon and later climbed to the top ranks of corporate America at General Motors. The article highlights a historic 1972 photo of her swearing-in, flanked by Nixon and her husband—a snapshot of a woman who redefined what was possible for her gender in economics and business.
Editor’s Note: Whitman’s life wasn’t just a personal success story—it was a benchmark for women in fields dominated by men. Her career spanned academia, government, and corporate boardrooms, leaving a legacy that still resonates today. This isn’t just about remembering an accomplished economist; it’s a reminder of how far women have come in leadership roles, and how much of that progress owes to pioneers like her.
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