Rival Shark CEO Catherine Beck Selected for AI-Powered Women’s 2026 100 Changemakers Initiative

MINNEAPOLIS, September 2, 2026 — Rival Shark today announced that Catherine Beck, CEO and Co-Founder, has been selected as a recipient of AI-Powered Women’s 2026 100 Changemakers Initiative. The recognition includes an invitation to attend the AI-Powered Women Conference, taking place September 12–13 at Kresge Auditorium on the Massachusetts Institute of Technology campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The initiative recognizes individuals whose leadership, work, and perspectives are making a meaningful difference in their organizations, industries, and communities. Beck was nominated by members of her community, with organizers highlighting the contributions and impact described in her nominations.

“Being nominated by people in my community makes this recognition especially meaningful,” said Beck. “Throughout my career, I’ve focused on helping people make sense of complexity and move forward with confidence. With Rival Shark, we’re bringing that same focus to business owners who need useful intelligence and clear next steps, without adding more work to their day.”

As CEO and Co-Founder of Rival Shark, Beck is focused on making AI-powered business intelligence more accessible to small and midsize businesses. The platform helps leaders understand competitor activity, industry developments, and local market conditions, translating information into practical business implications and recommended next steps.

The recognition comes as Rival Shark builds on its August launch, supporting business leaders who need to anticipate market shifts and make informed decisions with limited time and resources.

The 2026 AI-Powered Women Conference will bring together leaders across business, technology, research, and other disciplines to explore AI’s implications for leadership, work, and society. Programming will include practical AI applications, organizational transformation, and human-centered leadership.

Learn more about AI-Powered Women at aipoweredwomen.com.

Learn more about Rival Shark at RivalShark.com.