Anupma Raj, Data & Artificial Intelligence business for Microsoft Azure, Campus des Nations, 2008
Anupma Raj
Nations 2008
Data & Artificial Intelligence business for Microsoft Azure.
Munich
Learn more about me:
After graduating from Ecolint I lived in India and Taiwan before settling in Germany a decade ago. Currently based in Munich, I lead the Data & Artificial Intelligence (AI) business for Microsoft Azure. The curiosity around the capabilities of Generative AI makes this a particularly exciting time to be leading AI for Microsoft, and I feel fortunate to explore and guide the German market as we expand the applications of this transformative technology together. Before this, I worked in different technical roles at Google and SAP. I'm also a passionate advocate for promoting diversity in the tech sector and have worked in Diversity & Inclusion leadership positions.
Regarding my favourite Ecolint memory, so many amazing memories are rushing through my mind: hallway hangouts in between classes, questioning what 'The Truth' was with Mr. Hughes in Theory of Knowledge, doing Model United Nations in the United Nations meeting hall, Mr Cairns buying us ice creams as we did Physics experiments under the afternoon sun, our first Diwali fashion show 2006 and spending time in the library writing our extended essays.
Ecolint had a profound impact on my personality and how I view the world. I'm grateful that our teachers fostered curiosity, critical thinking and a deep respect for diverse perspectives in each of us. This elevated my expectations of myself and of society. These values also inspire me to continually pursue self-improvement and give back to the community today.
The message I want to leave for Ecolint students is that you should be infinitely curious and self-reflective, assess ideas before you internalize them and be especially kind and forgiving. You're going to look back at this formative time for many years to come, so make the most of each moment there!
What legacy do you want to leave? To contribute towards a more equitable world through technology and education. I hope to bring a smile to the face of at least one person every day.