Anne Mulcahy – Xerox, Inc. (NYSE:XRX)
Imagine being the only girl with four brothers. That’s what life was like for Xerox CEO Anne Mulcahy. In fact, Anne’s parents always encouraged her to compete at the same level as the rest of her four brothers. And, through their encouragement, she learned to never limit herself or give up -- even when the odds seemed impossible. After finishing high school, Anne went to Marymount College where she earned her degree in English and Journalism. After graduation, Anne began working for Xerox as a sales representative. Before long, her supervisors noticed her strong dedication. By May of 2000, she…