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Former Chairman of Microsoft India

Ravi Venkatesan is a Director on the Board of AB Volvo and Infosys Ltd. and a member of the Advisory Boards of Harvard Business School and Purdue University. He is the former Chairman of Microsoft India. Under his leadership from 2004-2011, India became Microsoft’s second largest and one of its fastest growing geographies. He was recently voted the Most Influential MNC CEO for 2011 by the Economic Times.

“One of the most influential pioneers of the Indian technology Industry”

[expand title=”In detail”] Prior to joining Microsoft, Ravi worked for over sixteen years with Cummins Inc, the world leader in engines and related technologies. As Chairman of Cummins India Limited, he oversaw the transformation of Cummins into the leading provider of power solutions and the largest manufacturer of automotive engines in the country. He is an Advisor to Raymond Ltd. and Bunge Inc. He has contributed frequently to the Harvard Business Review; some of his articles include, “Strategic Sourcing – to Make or Not to Make” and “Cummins Engine Flexes its Factories. Ravi was awarded Purdue University’s Distinguished Engineering Alumnus award for the year 2011.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Ravi takes a highly customised approach to each presentation he delivers, ensuring a topical focus for each client that is unique, conversational and an excellent tie-in with the overall event. He advises audiences on a wide range of business topics especially the emergence of new technologies.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Ravis’ highly personalised, unforgettable presentations are memorable insights into his unique viewpoint of the technology industry. A fascinating speaker, he talks in detail about the challenges and successes of Microsoft India and inspires audiences around the globe.[/expand]
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