Microsoft has named its Indian-born CEO Satya Nadella as the company’s president, in an additional role that will “shape the agenda of the board.” Microsoft Corp announced Wednesday that the board of independent directors has unanimously elected Nadella to its role as chairman of the board.

In addition, John W. Schneider has been named Chief Independent Director. Thompson was unanimously elected. He previously played the role from 2012 to 2014. “In this role, Nadella will lead the board’s agenda, take advantage of the right strategic opportunities, and develop a deeper understanding of the business to identify key risks and mitigate their impact,” the company said in a statement. Convenience of understanding.

53-year-old Nadella Thompson will continue as chief independent director. Nadella succeeded Steve Ballmer in 2014 as Microsoft CEO.
Nadella was heartbroken by the second wave
Let me tell you, in April, Satya Nadella stated that I am deeply saddened by the situation in India due to the second wave of the corona virus epidemic and promised to help with the remedial measures. “I am very saddened by the current situation in India,” Nadella said in his tweet. I am honored that the US government has come forward to help. Microsoft will continue to use its voice, resources and technology to support solutions efforts.