Microsoft announced on Tuesday that Puneet Chandok will assume the role of Corporate Vice President for India and South Asia effective September 1, 2023, stepping into the shoes of the departing Anant Maheshwari.
Chandok, equipped with a dynamic leadership team, is poised to spearhead the integration of Microsoft’s operations across South Asia. This strategic remit includes countries such as Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. This critical move is anticipated to reinforce Microsoft’s standing in the region and further enhance their emphasis on vital sectors through an AI-centric customer approach.
Ahmed Mazhari, President of Microsoft Asia, extended a warm welcome to Chandok, applauding his successful track record in fostering and expanding technology businesses. He emphasized Chandok’s prowess in capitalizing on technology to spur significant transformation. With an AI-driven future imminent, Mazhari envisions Chandok’s leadership as pivotal in fortifying Microsoft’s sustained progress in South Asia. He also expressed gratitude to Anant Maheshwari for establishing a robust growth path for the company.
Chandok expressed enthusiasm about his new role, stating, “I am thrilled to join the One Microsoft team to make Microsoft’s mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet a reality, particularly as India is expanding its digital public infrastructure.”
Maheshwari reflected on the privilege he felt contributing to Microsoft India’s exceptional growth during his tenure. He expressed gratitude towards the talented team and the entrepreneurial business models they have implemented.
The appointment of Chandok coincides with Microsoft’s continued market expansion, specifically in cloud technology and digital innovation. The tech giant, boasting the largest global partner ecosystem, witnesses significant cloud revenue contributions from its network of 17,000 partners in India. With recent investments in local infrastructure and plans for a new data centre in Hyderabad, Microsoft’s growth synchronizes with India’s emergence as a global innovation hub.
Before joining Microsoft, Chandok helmed the India and South Asia business for Amazon Web Services (AWS). His extensive experience at McKinsey and IBM in senior regional and global roles equips him with the necessary expertise to drive Microsoft’s vision forward.
This news is based on an article by businesstoday.in.
