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Ex-SBI Chair Bhattacharya leads Salesforce's South Asia expansion

Arundhati Bhattacharya, a prominent Indian banker, transitioned to the tech industry by accepting a leadership role at Salesforce in South Asia. Initially hesitant about a career change after retiring from the State Bank of India, she was persuaded by Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff's values, particularly the company's commitment to equal pay audits and its willingness to advocate for higher taxes. Under her leadership, Salesforce's South Asia operations have seen significant growth, expanding headcount and revenue, and her role has recently been extended to include Southeast Asia. AI

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IMPACT Highlights how AI is a significant growth opportunity for the region, influencing business strategy and localization efforts.

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Ex-SBI Chair Bhattacharya leads Salesforce's South Asia expansion

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 · Angelica Ang ·

    How a book convinced Arundhati Bhattacharya, one of India’s most powerful bankers, to try working for a U.S. tech company

    Under Arundhati Bhattacharya, Salesforce’s South Asia headcount grew from 2,500 to over 18,000; India is now one of Salesforce’s fastest growing markets.