Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella has been recognized as one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2024. The recognition comes with a short essay written by Mellody Hobson, co-CEO and president of Ariel Investments, who knows Nadella well. Hobson praises Nadella’s leadership in the field of AI, highlighting his thoughtfulness and humility in ensuring the responsible use of these technologies.
Nadella’s accolades continue to grow, with CNN Business naming him CEO of the Year for 2023 in January, and Time including Microsoft on its list of the 100 most influential companies of 2023 in July of last year. These recognitions speak to Nadella’s impact and leadership in the technology industry, further solidifying his position as a key figure shaping the future of AI and other innovative technologies.