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15 women we predict will rule the world in 2030

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Fifteen years ago, an 11-year-old Taylor Swift submitted her first demo (a Dolly Parton cover) to a record label. Natalie Massenet was running the newly launched Net-A-Porter from her spare room. And Jennifer Lawrence had been cast in her first acting role - in the local church play. Today, they're at the top of their game. Since GLAMOUR launched, we have always championed smart women who are kicking ass in their fields. Now it's time to look forward and celebrate the women that look set to shape our next 15 years. From Silicon Valley start-up stars, to future Hollywood heroines, these are the names we want you to know about.

The music royalty: Mabel McVey

When your dad's a Massive Attack producer and your mum's pop legend Neneh Cherry, music is in your DNA. Mabel's blend of soulful, Jessie Ware-esque R&B has already earned the 20 year old (above) a cult following, recognition on the BBC's Sound Of 2016 longlist, and a spot on the Stella McCartney FROW. This month she's supporting Years & Years, ahead of appearances at Field Day, Great Escape and Lovebox festivals. All this, and her debut album isn't even out yet (it's looking set for release by the end of the year) - proving that as well as heritage, she's got some serious musical chops herself.

The fashion force: Amie Robertson

When Edie Campbell and Georgia May Jagger walk for your debut collection, you know you're doing something right. This year, Marc Jacob's 24-year-old protégée and ex-assistant presented her first label collection, AV Robertson. Amie has an eye for beautiful embroidery, and a subversive take on glamour, and her eclectic, Beetlejuice-inspired designs have won her the support of LOVE editor-in-chief, Katie Grand, who styled her show - the ultimate fashion seal of approval. What's even more impressive is that Amie still designs from a bedroom in her parents' house, although we're sure she'll be moving to a swanky studio soon.

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The red-carpet ingenue: Bel Powley

Anyone who can hold their own in a scene with Kristen Wiig wins our respect, and Bel's powerful performance in The Diary Of A Teenage Girl deservedly got rave reviews at the Sundance Film Festival and a BAFTA Rising Star nomination (Powley played Wiig's daughter). This year, her career's really accelerating, with five films on the cards, including Carrie Pilby with Hailee Steinfeld, and the thriller Wildling with Liv Tyler. Not bad for a girl who started out on ITV's Benidorm. What sets the 24-year-old Brit apart from the crowd is her ability to play lovably naïve characters in coming-of-age movies and ferociously bright, grown-up women. A future Oscar nomination awaits.

The tech innovator: Randi Zuckerberg

After winning awards as director of market development at Facebook, the Harvard graduate (and sister of Mark) set up her own company in 2011. Zuckerberg Media creates digital content for everyone from Cirque du Soleil to the United Nations, and her impressive client base is growing. She's also launched the online community Dot Complicated, that's helping people to make sense of the technology in their lives, written several best-selling books about social media, and presents her own business radio show. Her focus is now on using her experience to prove women in tech are not only welcome, but essential. She sits on the board of the Professional Diversity Network, which promotes accessibility for Fortune 500 companies. A pretty heavyweight CV for a 34 year old.

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The comedy queen: Kate McKinnon

Landing a role in the female-driven reboot of Ghostbusters is a one-way ticket to superstardom, but the 32-year-old comedian (pictured above) has spent years making people ache with laughter on Saturday Night Live and Rosie O'Donnell's The Big Gay Sketch Show. A regular performer with the comedy ensemble Upright Citizens Brigade (alumni includes Amy Poehler) and her stellar timing and spot-on impressions mean she's already been nominated for three Emmy awards. Post-Ghostbusters, with a film with Jennifer Aniston next in the pipeline, her transition to bona fide A-lister will be complete.

The Westminster warrior: Mhairi Black

At 21 years old, Mhairi Black is the youngest MP in Westminster for 350 years. As the SNP representative for Paisley and Renfrewshire South (she was 19 when she joined the SNP, and 20 when elected), Mhairi's maiden speech last summer saw her speak passionately about unemployment in her constituency, and the urgent need for food banks. It was viewed over 10 million times online. Her next aim? To achieve fairness for women hit by pension inequality (she led a backbench business debate in support of women who have suffered financially due to changes in the law) as well as leading the SNP's youth campaign for the upcoming Holyrood election, in a bid to engage younger voters.

The primetime princesses: Maisie Williams & Sophie Turner

Nominated by Natalie Dormer

"I'm going to cheat and chose two women: my Game Of Thrones little sisters, Sophie and Maisie. They are both already incredible actresses, but they are only going to grow in their power."

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The gold-medal hopeful: Katarina Johnson-Thompson

Last year Katarina (above) set a new British record in the high jump and the indoor long jump, as well as taking home a gold medal in the pentathlon at the European Indoor Championships. A heartbreaking performance at the World Championships saw her drop from second to 28th place in the heptathlon after three fouls in the long-jump. Dealing admirably with the set back, 23-year-old Katarina has adjusted her training plan and now has her sights firmly set on a gold medal at the Rio Olympics this summer. Go Katarina!

The NHS powerhouse: Amanda Pritchard

Nominated by Helen McCrory

"At 42, Amanda is the youngest woman to lead a multibillion-pound NHS hospital. As the overall boss of Guy's and St Thomas's Hospital in London (which includes Evelina London Children's Hospital, which I'm a huge supporter of) she's done so much. Together with Sara Hanna - the medical director of Evelina - she's led a team to help transform the NHS in the south-east. It's important to celebrate women like Amanda, who is changing people's lives for the better."

The beauty brand: Florence Adepoju

The entrepreneur and lipstick lover is behind new cult beauty brand MDMFlow, which is already stocked in Topshop Oxford Circus, Colette in Paris and online at Nasty Gal. Loved by celebrities including Lena Dunham, MDMFlow was born after Florence - a former beauty sales assistant - became frustrated at the lack of products to suit darker skin. After studying for a degree in Cosmetic Science, she created her own brand that did cater to skin tones like hers, setting up a fully-functioning lab in her garden shed. Having already developed a (sold-out) mascara, she has plans to expand and launch more new products this year.

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The accessory hotshot: Maryam Nassir Zadeh

After graduating from design school, Maryam (above) launched a T-shirt label, reworking vintage finds, which she sold to US retail giant Barneys; she went on to open her own boutique on the Lower East Side, and three years later started her own in-house label. Maryam has single-handedly kick-started one of this season's most ubiquitous footwear trends: the block heel ballet pump. Thanks to her 'Roberta' shoe, the tyranny of the high heel is over; more flattering and supportive than the ballet pump, the new style reflects what we want to wear now. All hail the shoes actually made for walking.

The next Netflix star: Gillian Jacobs

Nominated by Jameela Jamil

"I love a funny woman, so I'm very excited about actress Gillian Jacobs, the star of Netflix's Love. She is funny, real, intelligent, and vulnerable, and someone I think the world is going to fall in love with. The woman has cost me so much sleep; I spend every night pressing 'next episode' when I should be hitting the hay."

The bestselling sensation: Lisa Hilton

The respected history academic is the author of Maestra. Well-written, with a thriller plot and feminist subtext, the book is eye-wateringly filthy - it was originally rejected several times - before it was sold to a publisher for a seven-figure sum. A trilogy is in the works and film rights have already been snapped up by Columbia Pictures. Lisa has a talent for creating intelligent, kick-ass female characters who don't give a shit what men think, and we can't wait for the next book in the series.

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The movie marvel: Saoirse Ronan

Nominated by Clara Amfo

"Everything I watch her in, I love - she's a really exciting, cool, young actress. She reminds me of a young Blanchett; the way she acts is so considered. I think she's going to be working for a long time to come."

The fitness fanatic: Carly Rowena

Nominated by Victoria Magrath of In The Frow

"Carly is a fitness blogger and YouTuber. Her work ethic (and physique) is impeccable, she is a huge inspiration to me - she has abs and a round booty. Her fitness ethos is all about positivity. Whilst she is already successful, I know things are only going to get bigger for her."

Additional words from Kerry Potter, Mark Eccleston, Hanna Woodside, Ella Alexander, Ciara Sheppard and Leanne Bayley