 Imagine a future that remembers that civilization was born by the marriage of male and female energy recognizing that together it creates the greatest force of nature. This prize will revolutionize the reach and respect for women by combining male and female intellect in equal parts to enhance the world by exponential abundance. Our world faces a persistent gap in access to opportunities and decision-making power for women. This prize, X squared, enhances existing and future X prizes with a financial bonus for teams who hire women into contributing roles and rewards teams even more with an additional bonus when the most senior executive in the team is a woman. Empowered women and girls contribute to the health and productivity of their families, communities and countries creating a ripple effect that benefits everyone. This prize is important. The lasting impact it will have on our world is significant. Vote for this prize. Men in this room vote for this prize. Make your mother proud. And because I'm so passionate about the power of this prize and the trajectory it will take for women in the world and their careers, I've agreed to finance this prize myself.