Career Timeline of Satya Nadella: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Satya Nadella

How Satya Nadella built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Satya Nadella is an Indian-American business executive currently serving as the chairman and CEO of Microsoft. He took over the CEO role in 2014, succeeding Steve Ballmer, and became chairman in 2021, replacing John W. Thompson. Prior to his CEO appointment, Nadella held the position of executive vice president of Microsoft's cloud and enterprise group, where he was responsible for the development and operation of the company's computing platforms. His leadership has been marked by a focus on cloud computing and a shift in Microsoft's corporate culture.

1992: Joined Microsoft

In 1992, Nadella joined Microsoft after working at Sun Microsystems.

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2011: Took over Server and Tools Business

In 2011, Nadella took over Microsoft's Server and Tools Business.

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2013: Reported base salary

In 2013, Nadella's base salary was reportedly $669,167, with a total compensation of around $7.6 million including stock bonuses.

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February 2014: Named CEO of Microsoft

On February 4, 2014, Satya Nadella was announced as the new CEO of Microsoft, succeeding Steve Ballmer.

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2014: Appointment as Microsoft CEO

In 2014, Satya Nadella succeeded Steve Ballmer to become the CEO of Microsoft.

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2016: Received $84.5 million pay

In 2016, Nadella received $84.5 million in pay.

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2017: Published 'Hit Refresh'

In 2017, Nadella published a book titled Hit Refresh, with profits going to Microsoft Philanthropies.

Hit Refresh: The Quest to Rediscover Microsoft's Soul and Imagine a Better Future for Everyone
Hit Refresh: The Quest to Rediscover Microsoft's Soul and Imagine a Better Future for Everyone
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2021: Appointment as Microsoft Chairman

In 2021, Satya Nadella succeeded John W. Thompson to become the Chairman of Microsoft.

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2023: Compensation from Microsoft

In 2023, Nadella's compensation from Microsoft was $48.5 million.

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2024: Compensation Increase

In 2024, Nadella's compensation from Microsoft totaled $79.1 million, a 63% increase over his 2023 compensation.

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