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Ravi Venkatesan
Strategy, Operations, Product and Technology Leader
Ravi Venkatesan is a prominent business leader and board member at the National Automatic Merchandising Association. He has an extensive background in corporate governance and entrepreneurship, holding various significant positions throughout his career.
Career Highlights
- Chairman of the Board at the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet since March 2022, focusing on sustainable energy initiatives.
- Founder of the Global Alliance for Mass Entrepreneurship (GAME), established in August 2018, aimed at promoting entrepreneurship in India.
- Board Member at Hitachi since July 2020, contributing to strategic decisions in technology and innovation.
- Member of the Board of Trustees at The Rockefeller Foundation since June 2014, involved in philanthropic efforts globally.
- Previously served as Chairman of Microsoft India from 2004 to 2011, where he played a crucial role in expanding Microsoft's presence in India.
Education and Recognition
Ravi Venkatesan is recognized for his contributions to business and society, receiving several awards such as the Distinguished Alumnus Award from IIT Bombay and being named one of India's Best Management Thinkers by Thinkers50 in 2013. He is also an author, with his book "Conquering the Chaos: Win in India, Win Everywhere" published by Harvard Business Review Press.
His diverse experience spans sectors including technology, energy, and social entrepreneurship, making him a significant figure in both corporate and philanthropic landscapes.
