About
Satya Nadella is an American business executive, currently serving as the Chairman and CEO of Microsoft. He succeeded Steve Ballmer as CEO in 2014 and John W. Thompson as Chairman in 2021. Prior to becoming CEO, Nadella was the Executive Vice President of Microsoft's Cloud and Enterprise group. He is credited with spearheading Microsoft's transformation into a cloud-first company.
Career Timeline
Joins Microsoft
Joins Microsoft, beginning his long career within the company.
EVP, Cloud and Enterprise
Becomes Executive Vice President of Microsoft's Cloud and Enterprise group, pivotal role in cloud development.
Appointed Microsoft CEO
Replaces Steve Ballmer as CEO, initiating a cultural and strategic shift at Microsoft.
LinkedIn Acquisition
Oversees acquisition of LinkedIn, expanding Microsoft's reach in professional networking.
GitHub Acquisition
Leads acquisition of GitHub, solidifying Microsoft's position in the developer community.
Named Chairman of Microsoft
Takes on the additional role of Chairman, further solidifying his leadership.
Leading Tech Innovation
Continues to lead Microsoft as a leader in cloud computing, AI, and innovation.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026