Early Life and Education of Satya Nadella: A Complete Timeline

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Satya Nadella

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Satya Nadella. A timeline of key moments.

Satya Nadella is an Indian-American business executive and the current chairman and CEO of Microsoft. He took over as CEO in 2014, succeeding Steve Ballmer, and became chairman in 2021, replacing John W. Thompson. Previously, he served as the executive vice president of Microsoft's cloud and enterprise group, where he spearheaded the development and management of the company's computing platforms. Nadella's leadership has been marked by a shift towards cloud computing and a focus on innovation and collaboration within Microsoft.

1962: Father's Career

In 1962, Nadella's father, Bukkapuram Nadella Yugandhar, became an Indian Administrative Service officer.

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August 1967: Nadella's Birth and Family Background

In August 1967, Satya Nadella was born in Hyderabad, India, into a Telugu Hindu family. His mother was a Sanskrit lecturer, and his father was an Indian Administrative Service officer.

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August 1967: Satya Nadella's Birth

In August 1967, Satya Nadella was born in India. He later became the CEO and chairman of Microsoft.

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1988: Electrical Engineering Degree

In 1988, Nadella received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the Manipal Institute of Technology in Karnataka.

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1990: MS in Computer Science

In 1990, Nadella received an MS in computer science from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee.

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1992: Marriage to Anupama Priyadarshini

In 1992, Nadella married Anupama Priyadarshini, his junior at Manipal.

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1997: MBA from University of Chicago

In 1997, Nadella received an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

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2017: Publication of "Hit Refresh"

In 2017, Nadella published his book "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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February 2022: Death of Son Zain

In February 2022, Nadella's son Zain, who had cerebral palsy and was legally blind, died at the age of 26.

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2023: Purchase of Seattle Orcas Cricket Team

In 2023, Nadella, along with others, purchased the Seattle Orcas cricket team which is a part of the Major League Cricket season.

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January 2024: Honorary Ph.D.

In January 2024, Nadella was awarded an honorary Ph.D. from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

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