Satya Nadella
Born on August 19, 1967, Nadella is an Indian-American business executive who took over as CEO of Microsoft in 2014, succeeding Steve Ballmer. In 2021, he also assumed the role of executive chairman, succeeding John W. Thompson.
Nadella’s tenure at Microsoft has been marked by significant transformation and growth. Before becoming CEO, he held leadership roles across various enterprise and consumer businesses within the company. As CEO, Nadella has been instrumental in ushering Microsoft into a new era, focusing on areas such as cloud computing, cross-platform collaboration, and the launch of innovative products. His management style is noted for its empathy and effectiveness in driving the company forward.
Under Nadella’s leadership, Microsoft has seen a reinvigoration of its corporate culture and business strategy, with a particular emphasis on cloud services and infrastructure. His approach has helped Microsoft remain a leading force in the technology sector, continuing its legacy of innovation and impact in the digital world.