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Sarah London: Becoming the Youngest Woman in the Fortune 500
She grew up with a deep curiosity, a love for reading & writing, and passion for tennis before climbing to the top.
Jenny Stojkovic
June 17, 2025
Before she became the youngest woman to ever lead a Fortune 25 company, Sarah London was a tennis-playing kid from St. Louis who loved literature and learning. Today, she is the CEO of Centene Corporation, a $144 billion healthcare powerhouse serving over 28 million people.
Her story is not about arriving at the top by accident. It is about deep curiosity, quiet confidence, and a vision for making healthcare more human.
A Childhood of Duality
Sarah London grew up in St. Louis, Missouri, in a family that valued both intellect and empathy. Her father, John McGinty, was a successful business executive and graduate of Chicago Booth. He played a significant role in shaping her approach to leadership. He passed away just weeks before her wedding, but his influence never left her.