Microsoft has announced the appointment of Himani Agrawal as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) for its India and South Asia operations. This marks a significant move in the company’s ongoing strategy to deepen its digital and AI-driven transformation across the region.
With over 25 years of experience, Agrawal is a veteran leader within Microsoft and has held several key positions that have contributed to the company’s growth and innovation. In her most recent role as Chief Partner Officer, she was instrumental in expanding Microsoft’s vast partner ecosystem, encompassing more than 20,000 partners in over 850 cities, which is critical in driving adoption of cloud and AI solutions. Her leadership helped strengthen Microsoft’s market presence and forged strong alliances that spurred digital growth across sectors.
In her new capacity as COO, Agrawal will focus on aligning business objectives across Microsoft’s diverse portfolio, steering operational excellence, and accelerating revenue growth through strategic innovation and business simplification. Her responsibilities will include streamlining operations, enhancing customer engagement, and fortifying Microsoft’s market leadership as the company intensifies its AI-first strategy.
Agrawal’s prior roles have seen her lead high-impact teams as Chief of Staff and Country Head for Azure and Business Applications, where she delivered substantial business expansion and operational improvements.
Speaking on her new role, Himani Agrawal remarked, “Our shared ambition at Microsoft is to remain ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. I am excited to work with a dedicated team that is not only shaping the future of technology but also redefining how we collaborate, innovate, and deliver transformative value to our customers and partners.”
Her appointment comes at a pivotal time for Microsoft, as the company places artificial intelligence at the core of its vision for digital transformation. The leadership changes underscore Microsoft’s commitment to driving inclusive growth and strengthening its leadership pipeline with diverse and experienced professionals.
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Puneet Chandok, President of Microsoft India & South Asia, expressed confidence in Agrawal’s ability to drive Microsoft’s next phase of growth, stating, “Himani brings a unique blend of strategic insight and operational excellence. Her extensive experience within Microsoft and her proven track record in driving digital transformation make her the ideal leader to help us realise our ambitious goals in the region.”
Agrawal’s elevation to COO reflects Microsoft’s continued focus on empowering organisations and individuals in India and South Asia through advanced digital tools and AI capabilities, reinforcing the company’s position as a key enabler of the region’s digital future.
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