Where are they now?

Microsoft: 2013 - 2021
At Microsoft, I was: World Wide Director Marketing Solutions Sales
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Irving, Texas (Remote)
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Join Pega Systems as a global partner develop executive.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Am only a few months removed from Microsoft. I am now helping PegaSystems grow from $1 billion to $5 billion through my partner leadership, supporting Accenture, Capgemini, Infosys, Cognizant and Virtusa.
I now live in: Dallas, Texas

Keith Amodt

Microsoft: 1989-99, 2008-09, 2010-11
At Microsoft, I was: A product manager and a market research manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Buildings 6, 8, 10, 16, 17, 19, 20, 32, and Willows.
My favorite campus life memories are: The windstorm of November 1990 was very memorable, as we sat in Building 6 (without power) and watched the Douglas Fir trees falling around the buildings. That day always sticks out when remembering my early days at MS.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Taking my wife and kids to the Christmas parties at the Seattle Convention Center and the company picnics in North Bend.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: I came to Microsoft with a wife and three young kids, so my colleagues knew that work-life balance was important to me.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Spend more time with my family.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Have been working for various tech firms in the Puget Sound area and Canada, including helping launch a product for Paul Allen. I also contracted with the Surface Table team and the Office Marketing team.
I now live in: Redmond, Washington.
Currently, I am: Consulting.

Debbie Arbeeny

Microsoft: 2003 - 2020
At Microsoft, I was: A program manager for all UC services
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Portland, Oregon
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Start my own change management company and life coaching business.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Started two companies, focusing on people change. The first was in organization change management and the second was in personal life coaching.
I now live in: Portland, Oregon

Stephen Arrants

Microsoft: 1986-1992
At Microsoft, I was: A technical writer on Word, Works, FlightSim, PowerPoint. Extra points if you remember DaVinci.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Building 3, 4, 7 in Redmond.
My favorite campus life memories are: How well our team (User Education – Applications) worked together. We were a tight, focused bunch!
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Getting training for performing SMART reviews in a windowless room. It was overcast when we went in at 8 a.m., and over a foot of snow was on the ground when we came out at 3 p.m. Most of us slept in the lobby that night.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: The pies I would bring to project meetings. It’s always good to resolve problems and plan with a nice piece of pie!
When I left Microsoft, I: Moved to Northern California to be closer to family.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Write, edit, train, project management, raise Boxers.
I now live in: Burlington, Vermont.
Currently, I am: I'm still writing, editing, training, managing projects...I'm an old dog, but I learn new tricks quickly.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Keeping in contact with folks I worked with.

Denise Ashley

Microsoft: 1998 - 2009
At Microsoft, I was: In marketing, project management, and SMS&P compete strategy.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond, Washington.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Created a garden design firm.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Received garden design degree from England where all the best garden designs flow from. Today, people can see my work at www.gardengirl.com.
I now live in: Snohomish, Washington.

Didem Ates

Microsoft: 2012 - 2020
At Microsoft, I was: A senior director, AI Customer and Partner Engagement.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: London, England.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Scale Responsible AI as well as D&I/ STEM.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Am a global technology AI leader and Diversity & Inclusion / STEM champion with an MBA and 20-plus years' experience in business development, account/partner engagement, strategy consulting, and program management. I am passionate about scaling disruptive technologies, building new revenue streams, and implementing global partnerships at scale, with operational excellence, and at a rapid pace. My multinational leadership experience spans managing teams of 1000-plus members to roll out cross-country, cross-business unit, or multi-geo initiatives.
I now live in: London, England.

Ashraf Attia

Microsoft: 2011-2017
At Microsoft, I was: A senior SDM
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Doha, Qatar
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: When Satya Nadella was appointed as the new CEO.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: I am the one who take risks to keep developing.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Study and earn a master of science in engineering management degree.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: I have completed my MS degree with the University of Leicester in the UK. Then I joined Hitachi Consulting UK as a service manager.
I now live in: Leicester, UK
Currently, I am: Working full time for Hitachi Consulting and studying part-time for a PhD in engineering. I’m also planning to start a business in AI and machine learning.

Ani Babaian

Microsoft: 2005 - 2020
At Microsoft, I was: In evangelism, product manager and program manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Denver, Colorado, and Redmond, Washington.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Run my own company, First Metal & Supply in Renton, Washington.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Run a seven-person business in the midst of COVID19. We quickly pivoted to selling PPE so we could keep everyone employed full-time with benefits and hired a new team member.
I now live in: Redmond, Washington.

Suresh Babu

Microsoft: 2006 to 2013
At Microsoft, I was: Team manager at GTSC, Bangalore and professional development resource manager at MSGD, Hyderabad.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Microsoft Signature Building, EGL, in Bangalore and Microsoft Campus, ISB Road, in Hyderabad.
My favorite campus life memories are: I visited Redmond and love the whole of campus. It's Microsoft World.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Receiving the GPGP Award and being on stage at XDM in Orlando.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Energetic, enthusiastic, helpful and friendly.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Venture into entrepreneurship.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Founded One Life Academy, an academy for coaching and training, to help people get better by leveraging my people and project management skills. To celebrate my successful sixth year as an entrepreneur, I started a EdTech startup, Ample Courses. It’s an online training company with live trainers proving training on the go and "On Demand." On personal front, my elder daughter got married, and now I am a proud father-in-law. LOL
I now live in: Bangalore, Karnataka
Currently, I am: I am an entrepreneur with two companies -- One Life Academy and Ample Courses. I coach Individuals and teams, leveraging strengths and personality. I also deliver corporate training around leadership, MBTI, SF, etc. I am a speaker and created a signature program, SURE Success Intensive, and I love helping them,enhance their performance.

John Bartlow

Microsoft: 1987-2009
At Microsoft, I was with: OS/2 and Windows SDK Support, SDE/T in Windows Printing System, Exchange, Money, MSN Money.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond in Buildings 2, 6, 9, Lincon Plaza, Ridgewood, 19, 16, and Redwest.
My favorite campus life memories are: Running on campus with friends on the various teams I worked on.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Great teamwork working on Money products
I now live in: Bothell, WA
Currently, I am: Mostly retired, some Android tablet consulting for Longacre Racing

Linnea Bennett

Microsoft: 1997 - 2017
At Microsoft, I was: In technical support, a technical account manager and a program manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Bellevue Place, Bldgs: 22, 117, 118, 122, Samm C, Bldg. 25
My favorite campus life memories are: My favorite memories are spending time with my co-workers at lunch, or during meetings where speaking out was encouraged.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: I learned a great deal about technology, how large corporations work, how to get along with just about anyone.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: That I'm too outspoken at times.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Ride on a golf cart with my dogs and Got to the beach or pool!
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Have joined a singles group. We go on hikes, see theatre, go to visit historic sites (including plantations), have dinner and play games.
I now live in: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Currently, I am: Retired and loving it!

Amir Bernat

Microsoft: 2015-2016
At Microsoft, I was: Surface Touch and pen DVE.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Herzelia, Israel
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Working in the evening with a multi-national team off-site to solve the problems we saw that very morning on the production line.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My hands-on attitude.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work on the Surface 4/Pro Touch and Pen production line, future product R&D testing.
Since leaving Microsoft: I now work as a systems engineer for Voyage81 a new startup which aims to revolutionize the way cameras perceive color. We are looking first at the automotive market. I first joined MobileODT, a medical SU which developed a smartphone-based medical imaging device where I took a big part in the R&D of the future products and supported the engineering aspects of the version which was already on the market.
I now live in: Tel Aviv, Israel
Currently, I am: Systems engineer on new imaging device that requires a lot of ingenuity, thinking about the way colors manifest themselves in the world and more. It's just great to need to use my physics M. Sc. background for daily work!
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Being able to connect with the alumni network.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Tejas Mistry

Adreas Berthold-van der Molden

Microsoft: 2000 - 2016
At Microsoft, I was: Industry Director EMEA
While at Microsoft, I worked in: EMEA
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work at BaxEnergy
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Empower SW-firms to sharpen their sales processes and busines value impacts.
I now live in: Berlin, Germany

Joaquin Bonet-Sanchez

Microsoft: 2010
At Microsoft, I was: An SDE in the Windows division
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Buildings 28, Studio F and 115 in Redmond
My favorite campus life memories are: Running and walking the trails on campus, and other campus amenities
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Having so many different teams so close together
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Relentlessness and sense of humor
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work for Amazon
I now live: Madrid, Spain
Currently I am: Working for Amazon on the Business Prime team in Madrid
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Discounts

Timothy Brassey

Microsoft: 1997 - 2017
At Microsoft, I was: In Microsoft Services technical presales
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Thames Valley Park in Reading
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Join crypto startup
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Working on various consulting engagements
I now live in: Henley-on-Thames, UK

Eileen Brown

Microsoft: 2001- 2009
At Microsoft, I was: An EPG systems engineer, then DPE manager of the IT Pto evangelists.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Microsoft Campus TVP, Reading, UK.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Landing in Seattle and meeting up with the worldwide evangelist team. Going back to visit old friends.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: I've never met any of them due to most of the meetings being in the UK. However, my Microsoft colleagues remember our road trips whilst on the Exchange roadshow.
When I left Microsoft, I: Became self employeed.
Since leaving Microsoft: I'm a self employed technical and media consultant who works with clients, writes for zdnet.com and I have written two books on social media marketing and digital marketing for the British Computer society. I have a portfolio of work that even includes teaching groups how to make cheese (my artisan life - and next book!)
I now live in: Colchester, Essex, UK.
Currently, I am: Doing digital marketing consultancy, speaking, teaching, and writing.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Office 365 Home license.

Ugo Castellani

Microsoft: 1992 - 2011
At Microsoft, I was: Consulting.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Milan, Italy.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Drive mobility and innovation in Avanade IT.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Spent seven years in Avanade and three years as CTO in Cariplo Factory, which works with startups and enterprise using the open innovation paradigm.
I now live in: Milan, Italy.
Currently, I am: CTO at Cariplo Factory.

Benoit Charrier

Microsoft: 1998 - 2013
At Microsoft, I was: A program manager and in director services for Mediaroom and Mediafirst.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Mountain View, California, and Paris, France.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become work in director services at Ericsson.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Held various roles in leading business units at Ericsson. I then started my own consulting company, Auneo.
I now live in: Samois sur Seine, France.

Pedro Chaves-Ferreira

Microsoft: 1997-2018
At Microsoft, I did: A ton of things; check my LinkedIn
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Lisboa, Portugal, Redmond, and Western Europe
My favorite campus life memory: Building 121/122 landscape and environment
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The incredible events of MGS/MGX
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Question better asked of my former colleagues, but I would say the energy.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: take vacations for 3 months then went to work for SAS Institute.
I now live: Lisboa, Portugal
Currently I am a: Business development manager for real time data analytics and machine learning on data provided by IoT devices
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Being part of a network
Name the colleague that you’re most curious about now: All of them!

Phil Clapham

Microsoft: 2016 to 2018
At Microsoft, I was: Surface Hub GBB
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Sydney
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Watching an 84 Surface Hub be delivered on my customer-designed trolley for MS employees to use.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My passion for Surface Hub.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Help indigenous businesses.
I now live in: Sydney NSW
Currently, I am: Mentor and train First Nation trainees.

Glenwood Ray Clark

Microsoft: 1988-1994
At Microsoft, I was: Lots of stuff. Product support, consulting, technical marketing.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond and Toronto
My favorite campus life memories are: I think the favorite memory was the company meeting where Bill Gates Sr. spoke on behalf of United Way: “If it were not for me, you people would not be here.”
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Seeing the first 1Gig hard drive.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: I am sure that no one remembers me.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: I formed a company to develop modem sharing technology, then sold it to Cisco
Since leaving Microsoft: I worked at my company until selling to Cisco. Then I was at Cisco for 10 years. Then, I spent eight years providing 24/7 care to my mother. Then I earned a BS in biology and went to medical school.
I now live in: Tucson, Arizona.
Currently, I am: I am currently a third-year medical student at Midwestern University. I am 61 years old and most likely one of the oldest active medical student in America.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Hearing about the activities of other alumni.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: All are shadows in the forest of time, forever young. I prefer to keep it that way

Garry Crouzet

Microsoft: 2018 - 2021
At Microsoft, I was: A senior client solution manager at Microsoft Advertising.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Dublin, Ireland.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: This is pretty new. I just left the company and directly connected to the Alumni Network.
I now live in: Claye Souilly, France.

Tenai Cutting

Microsoft: 2018 - 2021
At Microsoft, I was: A senior project manager and senior supportability manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: A home office based out of Maryland then moved to North Carolina.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Oversee the running of an incident response practice.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Am now responsible for providing strategic, technical, operational, and financial leadership for successful implementation of an incident response practice’s activities and practice related initiatives. I also define and implement best practice methods, processes, tools, and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at unifying, simplifying, scaling, and increasing IR’s efficiency and effectiveness.
I now live in: Charlotte, North Carolina.

Koen Daems

Microsoft: 2006 - 2017
At Microsoft, I was: In Solution Sales and an EBC Program Manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Brussels, Belgium
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Take care of a family member in need and rethink my future path.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Taking care of family member in need was priority in the beginning. Soon after, I started own company CambiaVita being a digital coach for organizations. I decided that I would only do what I really liked and what I deemed worthwhile my time. That’s what energizes me.
I now live in: Sint-Agatha-Rode, Belgium
Currently, I am: A digital enabler and owner of CambiaVita
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: The technology enabled by Microsoft is one of the things that keep the world turning.
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: Doing engagements with customers during which they get it — where they have grown curiosity and see the value. I enjoyed getting the message across. I liked it so much, that telling stories basically became my job after Microsoft.
I learned this lesson at Microsoft, and I still use it today: On the one hand, there is the company, the brand, which is great in the case of Microsoft. At the same time, your own experience with any organization is only as good, or bad, as the people you work with. It’s important not to mix up those two.
My Microsoft Alumni Network helps me: Get inspired by stories and I use the benefits.

Lucilla De Sarlo

Microsoft: 2012-19
At Microsoft, I was: In marketing and sales.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: London and San Francisco.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: People I have met who inspired me to improve myself.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Creating a warm and familiar experience for everyone.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: took some time to relocate from San Francisco to London and be closer to family.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: I have spend quality time with my family in Italy and travelled to Asia.
I now live in: London
Currently, I am: Actively defining my next career move and investing in self-development and mental health.

Rajdeep Devnath

Microsoft: 2020 - 2021
At Microsoft, I was: A manager ARR teams under Azure Core
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Bangalore
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work at Amazon.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Am working with Amazon in Payment Services.
I now live in: Bangalore, India.

Tom Donaldson

Microsoft: 1992-2015
At Microsoft, I was: A support engineering manager, customer service and support.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Las Colinas, Texas.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Being a part of several outstanding teams, and the wonderful co-workers and managers who were a part of those teams.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: From my favorite manager, Chris Thompson: You have a way of educating everyone around you before they have even realized what happened in a way that is consumable and easily applicable. I always think of you as a coach, mentor, friend and voice of reason no matter the role.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Start my own business as a professional coach and organizational consultant.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Work with people in corporate and nonprofit professions who want insights on how to be better leaders through values-oriented, strengths-based leadership, and cohesive team leadership.
I now live in: Plano, Texas.
Currently, I am: Owner and founder of Tom Donaldson and Company. I am helping leaders and their teams achieve more together.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Company Store and Microsoft store discount benefits.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Blake Johnson

David Driftmier

Microsoft: 1995 - 2020
At Microsoft, I was: In MCS, Education Sales, and Windows International.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Ohio, Texas, Kansas City, and Redmond.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Retire for a year.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: After four months of retirement, I went to work for a partner.
I now live in: Annapolis, Maryland

Aladdin Edris

Microsoft: 2011-2018
At Microsoft, I was: In business development for SKYPE Consumer.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Palo Alto, California.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Amazing colleagues.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Length of tenure with SKYPE.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work in business development at Dropbox.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Developed distribution partnerships at Dropbox
I now live in: Mountain View, California.
Currently, I am: In business development at Dropbox.

Gennaro Eduardo-Tangari

Microsoft: 2013-2016
At Microsoft, I was: A support engineer and PFE
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Munich, Germany
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: My award for the CRM Mobile SDK Code Helper
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Fausto Cipriani
When I left Microsoft, I went off to become: a Dynamics CRM techlead consultant @NTT DATA. I was involved in basically all the Dynamics CRM Projects in my current company: from architecture to implementation.
I now live in: Munich, Germany
Currently I am: Continuing to deliver Dynamics CRM projects and am involved in other personal projects.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: To stay in touch with other ex-Microsofties

Lisa Eisenberg Merrill

Microsoft: 1989-1994
At Microsoft, I was: An Excel product manager (working with subs) and a group manager at Microsoft University.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Various buildings in Redmond and Bellevue.
My favorite campus life memories are: I loved the wonderful art displayed throughout the campus. It made me stop on the way to meetings to wonder and be inspired.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: During the Windows 3 Roadshow, I did an Excel/Word demo to 500 financial analysts in New York, and heard gasps of surprise as I changed a number and the graph in a report was automatically updated!
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Travel and co-found Merrill Images, and use my business and photo skills to help nonprofit organizations.
Since leaving Microsoft: Photography has been a huge part of my life ever since I was a child with a pocket instamatic. It’s an ongoing journey of mindfulness, connection and creative expression. After leaving Microsoft, my husband John and I embarked on an epic around-the-world adventure with 500 rolls of film. Upon our return, Merrill Images was born.
We create images to evoke wonder, inspire action, build businesses and strengthen communities. Our Witness to Hope exhibit of two decades of social impact photography was on display at the Seattle Foundation last fall.
I’ve been fortunate to learn from many talented photographers, and these days I get great satisfaction from helping others cultivate their creativity via photo workshops, private coaching and international photo tours.
I now live in: Bellevue, Washington
Currently, I am: Growing Merrill Images and Tiny Trees Preschool, and enjoying life as second honeymooner.

Kevin Espirito

Microsoft: 1999-2015
At Microsoft, I was: Collaborate and Inspire - OEM, SMSG/P, IT, Citizenship, Philanthropy
While at Microsoft, I worked in: So many buildings I forget them all -- 18, 25, 22, Redmond Ridge, Willows, 121, 8, 34…
My favorite campus life memories are: Giving Campaign events. It was always a highlight of the year to see the generosity and creativity of Microsoft employees raising money for the causes they care about most.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Wearing a duck costume and waiving a sign off SR520 that read last day for payroll de'duck'tions!' on the last day of the Giving Campaign one year.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Would need to ask them - hopefully not the duck costume.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Mary Beth and start Swim for Life Vietnam, a drowning prevention program in Vietnam, for two years
Since leaving Microsoft, I: After returning from Vietnam, Beth and I started a public health charity called We Bloom. We partnered with IU to bring drowning prevention workshop to Sierra Leone and starting two recovery cafe's in Indiana (Indianapolis and Lafayette) to help people recovering from substance abuse, mental illness, and homelessness.
I now live in: Indianapolis, Indiana, with some time in Olympia, Washingtonm and Dong Hoi, Vietnam, each year. Currently, I am: Helping to start our latest program of We Bloom called Recovery Café. Also work as a catastrophe adjuster to pay the bills.

Jose Estrella

Microsoft: 2001-2013 At Microsoft, I was a: SDE and a lead SDE
While at Microsoft, I worked: In various locations.
My favorite campus life memories: There were a fair few. Some that stood out were meeting Bill Clinton, hearing Bill Gates speak to audiences throughout his career (and seeing the change in him), and just being able to write the who's who of computing and have them actually answer.
My most memorable memories of working for Microsoft: It had to be the launches of Vista and 7, Visual Studio 10, and the Office 14. I worked in various capacities during those launches and there's nothing like seeing your work go live.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Haha. Honestly, most likely my contrarianism. I think I had such high expectations of Microsoft and myself that my frustration didn't manifest very nicely. Being in business has definitely changed that.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Start my own software company. I started a fitness app company — Deana Fit — that created workout and nutrition plans using rudimentary AI. I also started Curio De Manila — an eCommerce platform.
I now live: In Seattle, Washington
Currently I am: Running my company! It's a blast! As stated above, we've got our own chatbot platform and IPaaS, but via our software services arm, we've also worked in a fair few very interesting projects.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: The lectures and the company store.
Name the colleagues that you’re most curious about now: Bob Sturm. He left for Africa early in my career.

Meta Eu

Microsoft: 1997 - 2012
At Microsoft, I was: A developer evangelist in ISV Partner Management and Global Sales Management.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Malaysia and Singapore.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Take a break before jumping into network marketing.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Have been doing network marketing. I’ve traveled Indonesia and Asia as a water ambassador. I developed a Ship Bridge Simulator for the Malaysian Navy. I’ve revived a College & Training Academy.
I now live in: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Annie Ezell Cave

Microsoft: 2004-2007
At Microsoft, I was: A data analyst in Siebel & GPM for ISCRM (in CPIT/RxD)
While at Microsoft, I worked in: 109, Samm C & D
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Thursday afternoons, the whole team would pile into the testing workroom to spend a few minutes together but not working.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Who knows.... maybe bringing my dogs to work on Saturdays during our countdown to launch
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Returned to Slalom consulting.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: I became a business architect, strategy consultant and Voice Over artist.
I now live in: North Bend, Washington
Currently, I am: Still consulting and doing voice work.

Ihab Fathi

Microsoft: 1998 - 2018
At Microsoft, I was: In sales, marketing and partner management in the Middle East and Africa.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Cairo and Joburg
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work in the private sector.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Started a couple of businesses: one non-tech, and the other is an IT outsourcing company.
I now live in: Cairo, Egypt
Currently, I am: Co-founder and managing director at Digitechteam
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: Was empowerment and the ability to innovate in the countries we work in.
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: MGX — its power to revitalize, energize, align and build emotional connection to the company and its people.

Hossam Fattah

Microsoft: 2013 - 2021
At Microsoft, I was: In Software Development.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond, Building 42.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Find work-life balance.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Have been spending more time with family.
I now live in: Bothell, Washington.
Currently, I am: A principal architect at 5G Technologies.
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: Microsoft is a lovely company.
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: Working on my desk.
My Microsoft Alumni Network helps me: See other Alumni

Alex Fong

Microsoft: 1995 - 2016
At Microsoft, I was: In product management
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Building 31, Redmond
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Start a small business focusing on commercial signage and graphics.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Help other small businesses, property management and corporations bring their brands to life through visually-impactful signage and graphics solutions.
I now live in: Issaquah, Washington
Currently, I am: President at Signarama Redmond
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: Was the opportunity to grow, learn and collaborate with the smartest business people.
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: Was being part of Windows 95 launch team.
I learned this lesson at Microsoft, and I still use it today: Humility.
My Microsoft Alumni Network helps me: With connection and referrals.

Maria Fonsell

Microsoft: 2013-2018
At Microsoft, I was: Dynamics 365 for partners and Digital Advisor for Finnish customers.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Finland.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: When I joined my first TechReady and met Dynamics product group people (including Jim Daly from the documentation team), and they knew me beforehand because I had given so much of feedback through our tools.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Joy, active, true fan of #MSDyn365, social selling and SSI.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become the chief digital officer at Ruka Ski Resort.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: It's only been 3 months...
I now live in: Kuusamo, Finland
Currently, I am: Enjoying nature and all those lovely skiing, skating, cross country skiing, hiking, trekking, etc. — opportunities and easy living without any rush hour!
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Keeping in touch with what's happening at Microsoft.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Jesper Osgaard.

Mitch Friedman

Microsoft: 2007-2017
At Microsoft, I was an: Account executive
While at Microsoft, I worked: In Boston
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Travelling with Kevin Turner (then COO)
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Fun, good guy and produced.
When I left Microsoft, I: became a licensee for ValueSelling. I now lead workshops to improve business-to-business sales efficiency and effectiveness as a coach ad teacher.
I now live: In Boston, Massachusetts

Allister Frost

Microsoft: 2015 - 2016
At Microsoft, I was: A senior premier field engineer.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Home-based.
When I left Microsoft, I went: Back to mentoring startups and advising venture capitalists.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Started campaigning for human rights after my #419days experience. www.NHSlives.com
I now live in: Cambridge, England.

Howard Fulks

Microsoft: 2001-2013
At Microsoft, I was: A SDE3 data platform architect
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Fargo, North Dakota Campus
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Acquisition of Great Plains Software bringing the Fargo Campus into the team!
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My fanatical obsession with business intelligence development and architecture.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work for a startup.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Rebuilt an external-facing data platform for a startup company using RTLS data in healthcare.
I now live in: Fargo North Dakota.
Currently, I am: Director of analytics for a national agriculture multi-company.

Andrei Gaman

Microsoft: 2007-2019
At Microsoft, I was: in enterprise sales and regional PDM management
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Bucharest, Piata Presei
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: I have plenty! it was a wonderful ride, with colleagues I appreciate and admire. The most memorable experiences must be MGX and Ready keynote speeches. I had a chance to see Bill, Ballmer and Satya during my tenure at MS.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My energy and drive for success; the skiing trips; and the fun we had at the office and outside.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Build the regional business of a FinTech technology startup.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Built the CEE business of FintechOS, a technology startup in the FSI space. The company evolved from 4M USD evaluation to 15M USD and a series a financing of 14M.
I now live in: Bucharest
Currently, I am: expanding the FintechOS business outside Eastern Europe.

Michael Gernaey

Microsoft: 1998 - 2020
At Microsoft, I wore: Many hats but I was always designing and developing.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: RedWest and Bellevue in Washington.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: To focus more on my family.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Moved from Orlando to Gainesville, bought our dream home, got two new boxer puppies and started my own business.
I now live in: Gainesville, Florida.

Samiran Ghosh

Microsoft: 2016 - 2018
At Microsoft, I was: Chief Digital Advisor
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Mumbai, India
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Do work on my own time and at my own pace
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Was a senior advisor with McKinsey for a year, wrote chapters in bestselling books on blockchain and AI, published by Wiley. I helped companies go digital. I did some articles for Forbes. I ranked as a top thought leader in the AI/Blockchain space globally. I contributed to a bestselling book on intelligent automation.
I now live in: Mumbai, India

Charles Gomes

Microsoft: 2015 - 2016
At Microsoft, I was: A SWE II
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Hyderabad, India
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become a vice president in Credit Suisse AG Dublin
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Have been a vice president in Credit Suisse AG Dublin, and technical architect and senior application developer of the Securities Lending Platform for the Investment Banking division.
I now live in: Dublin, Ireland

Madhukar Govindaraju

Microsoft: 2015 to 2017
At Microsoft, I was: Partner Director of Engineering with Microsoft Customer Knowledge & Growth (Universal Store - WDG)
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Building 84, Redmond
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The most remarkable memory was the transformation we drove by leveraging Big Data Analytics to transform Microsoft's $90B+ Commercial Business to be completely customer knowledge and data-driven, leveraging AI and ML to automate Marketing and Sales motion
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Brought Silicon Valley entrepreneurial mindset and executive leadership to WDG in Redmond: Question the Status Quo, Confidence Without Attitude, Go Beyond Yourself, and Fail, Fast, Forward!!
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become senior vice president of engineering at E8 Security Inc., which was acquired by VMWare.
Since leaving Microsoft: I am now the founder and CEO of Numly Inc. We are an early-stage, high growth HR-SaaS startup in Silicon Valley. Numly's mission is to improve employee performance and employee engagement through the development of soft skills. NumlyEngage is an AI-enhanced coaching platform that enables organizations to take a structured approach to soft skills development. With a 16-Personality Factor assessment and an Ignite survey to jumpstart engagement, as well as dozens of built-in Engagement programs to guide users through a comprehensive database of 185+ soft skills, NumlyEngage makes it easy for companies to identify and retain top talent, grow the next generation of leaders, drive productivity, and effectively compete in the future of work.
I now live in: Cupertino, California
Currently, I am: Enjoying being the CEO of Numly Inc. We are growing fast and solving a huge problem in most companies, including companies such as Microsoft, SAP, Oracle, VMWare, etc. With growing dis-engagement in companies, we are bringing empathy and inclusion into companies, organizations and teams. It’s very excited to be leading the company and transforming workplace cultures.

Shelley Grach

Microsoft: 2002-2018
At Microsoft, I was: the director of civic engagement with CELA.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Chicago, Ilinois
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Helping people throughout the Central Region increase their technology skills in order to improve their education or career potential.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My compassion, my commitment to our local communities, and energy.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Started my masters degree in Jewish Studies -- a lifelong learning goal.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: I am honored to announce that I have joined the Board of Trustees Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership. I am looking forward to supported this excellent education organization, and helping to inspire learning, serve diverse talent and communities and foster understanding for Jews and people of all faiths. In addition, I am learning biblical Hebrew and completing my masters degree in Jewish Studies. In the 16 months since I left Microsoft, my husband and I have traveled to Italy, Israel, Cuba and Disneyworld.
I now live in: New Buffalo, Michigan
Currently, I am: Completing my masters degree in Jewish Studies, volunteering on the Board of Trustees at Spertus Institute and serve on the Technology committee for the New Buffalo Library. We are also planning to travel more.

Jacques-Etienne Grandjean

Microsoft: from 2001 to 2011
At Microsoft, I was: GM, Communications Sector for Western Europe, MSFT EMEA
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Paris - EMEA HQ (La Défense Tour Coeur Défense, then Issy-les-Moulineaux)
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: A workshop in Redmond with Bill & Steve and the CEO of ORANGE (French Telco), my customer.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Passion for customers and partners, passion for technology, and leading by example.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Joined SaaS/Cloud/Cartography company called HERE Technologies
Since leaving Microsoft: From 2011-2018, I was VP EMEA, Enterprise Sales, HERE Technologies. Since 2018 I have been CEO & founder of WE::NXT and CFO an co-founder of Aquamon.
I now live in: Paris, France
Currently, I am: CEO & founder of a Consulting Company called WE::NXT and a tech leader, entrepreneur, board member and advisor for startups and scale-ups.

Andre Greiner

Microsoft: 2001 - 2013
At Microsoft, I was: an online customer service and support manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Amsterdam.
My favorite campus life memories are: I visited Redmond multiple times. Most of the time in Bld 22, but also at The Commons.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Having the opportunity to visit TechReady 4 in 2007, being able to see Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer presenting their key notes and secondly attending the Company Meeting in Seattle (Safeco Field) in 2008, with 20.000 other Microsoft employees in a single venue.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: That I was an easy to work with, down to earth and knowledgeable colleague, who always wanted to help and to make others better.
Since leaving Microsoft: After leaving Microsoft, I started to work for the Postcode Lottery in the Netherlands, where I was able to setup SEO, to make campaigns and other content better discoverable. After that I worked a short time for a company buidling e-commerce websites based on the SiteCore platform. Closely working with developers to make sure SEO was taken into account before a website was launched.
I now live in: Alkmaar Noord, Holland
Currently, I am: For the past two years, I am working as an online business development manager at HP. Instead of doing SEO and online optimizations for customer support websites, I am now helping partners, small and large, local and global, to make our HP content better discoverable in conjunction with search engine advertising and shopping -- obviously, not losing sight of Bing.

Pattie Grimm

Microsoft: December 1998 to April 2013 At Microsoft, I was: In enterprise customer experience, sales excellence and sales enablement. While at Microsoft, I worked in: Too many buildings on campus, including 4, 22, 31, 32, 110 and more plus three years in APAC. My favorite campus life memories are: 1) Brian Valentine riding his Harley into a meeting with a bunch of new hires; 2) The amazingly talented and dedicate people; 3) Producing funny video at MS Studios for MGS, MGX, etc.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Running Microsoft 101 where we introduced 100 new hires in a weekly Welcome to Microsoft training session and working with Bill G., Steve Ballmer, Jeff Raikes, Brian Valentine, Bob McDowell, Kevin Johnson, Orlando Ayala and many others.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: I was known as the Energizer Bunny who just kept going and going; my passion to make a difference in the lives of our customer and employees; CPE Champion; fun and funny.
When I left Microsoft, I: Moved back to SoCal to be with family, and I continued to work for MSFT as a sales leadership trainer.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Started my own change management, leadership development and training company; wrote a book for women leaders called “Quiet Women Never Changed History - Be Strong, Stand Up and Stand Out - Let's Go Kick Some Glass” and become keynote speaker; hosted a radio show — “Women Kicking Glass Not Kissing It” on OC Talk Radio; ran Global Performance and Leadership Effectiveness for Johnson and Johnson.
I now live in: Laguna Niguel, California
Currently, I am: Looking for my next great adventure. Do I start up my company, speaking and writing my second book? Do I have the energy for one more great company? Consider retiring — NOT!
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Connecting with people, staying connected to the place I loved for 15 years and, of course, the discounts.

Yatharth Gupta

Microsoft: 2007 - 2021
At Microsoft, I was: A director of product, Azure Databricks.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond, Buildings 44, 27, 17 and 40.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Grow a startup.
I now live in: Seattle, Washington.

Anthony Guyon

Microsoft: 1997-2013
At Microsoft, I was: I was a technical escalation engineer for Windows Identity and PKI
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Reading, United Kingdom, B1
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The extravagant Christmas parties in the late ‘90s were unforgettable.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Technical focus and dependability, I should imagine!
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Contract in IT and learn about how people work outside MS. I took two years out and learned to kitesurf, took a trip to the Antarctic on a ship and many other places kitesurfing. I taught myself PowerShell from scratch to mutithreaded programs. I learned some Azure architecture.
I now live in: Reading, Berkshire
Currently I am: Full-time contracting for Deloitte and have had various contracts with banks since leaving Microsoft.
My favorite benefits of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Access to MSDN and Azure for technical information.
Name the colleague that you’re most curious about now: Sunnil Sharma

Shailza Jain

Microsoft: 2014-2018
At Microsoft, I was: A consultant for Azure and O365.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Bangalore, India MTP
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Pursue higher studies including a MS in business analytics at University College Dublin in Ireland.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Took a one-year course of MS in business analytics
I now live in: Dublin, Ireland

Mojgan Javadi

Microsoft: 2016-2019
At Microsoft, I was: a program manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Bellevue City Center
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: When I launched my first project for the Cortana speaker. It was very thrilling to see my work go live in the hands of milions of users.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: She is very frank and direct.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: be a product manager.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: I'm a senior technical product manager at one of the big tech corps.
I now live in: Kirkland, Washington.

John Jenkins

Microsoft: 1986-2001
At Microsoft, I was: Mostly in OEM Sales, the last year I was in MSN.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Too many to remember!
My favorite campus life memories are: Working with Bill and Jon in the early days.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: It's impossible to pick one. This was my life for 15 years!
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Focus on my health and family.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Traveled with my family, wrote a couple of books (technology history), started a museum, remodeled my family home at Lake Samish and moved there.
I now live in: Bellingham, Washington
Currently, I am: Still writing, and I'm the president and CEO of the Spark Museum of Electrical Invention in Bellingham. I'm also on the board of the local makerspace, and I'm active in community stuff.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Staying in touch with the community, and cheap software, of course!
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Jon Shirley

Todd Juchem

Microsoft: 2007-2009 and 2015-2018
At Microsoft, I was: Modern Workplace TSP and Partner Technology Strategist
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Buffalo, New York.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The people.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Being me
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become a senior Microsoft solution architect at Softchoice.
I now live in: Buffalo, New York.
Currently, I am: Working for Softchoice.

Yuri Kato

Microsoft: 2015-2018
At Microsoft, I was a: Finance director
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Tokyo SGT
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The Growth Mindset culture
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Energy
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become CFO of another multinational company in Japan
I now live in: Tokyo, Japan
Currently I am: CFO of Janssen Japan

Bindi Karia

Microsoft: 2005-2012
At Microsoft, I was: in EPG and DPE. I ran the Startup Programme in the UK.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Microsoft UK, Reading and London.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Bringing the Startup Business to life in the UK and the amazing team I worked with globally.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Startups, VC, MSUK Challenger
Since leaving Microsoft: From 2013 to 2015, I launched Silicon Valley Bank early stage banking business in Europe. Since 2016, I’ve been building an independent advisory firm.
I now live in: London UK
Currently, I am: A strategic advisor to tech startups, corporate innovation execs, venture capital firms and government innovation ministers.

Yoichi Kawasaki

Microsoft: 2010-2019
At Microsoft, I was: a technical specialist for GBB Asia
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Tokyo
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Asia Gold Club Award Tour
I now live in: Tokyo, Japan
Currently, I am: A software engineer at ZOZO Technologies Inc.

Mikaela Kiner

Microsoft: 1998-2005
At Microsoft, I was: In recruiting and human resources.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond and Sammamish.
My favorite campus life memories are: When a candidate asked if it was true that we assess people based on whether they recycle properly after the lunch interview.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Being in a People Review with Ballmer that went really well!
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Probably that I was efficient but quiet. I am less quiet today, but hopefully even more efficient.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: work in HR at Starbucks and then Amazon.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Spent 15 years in HR, including an incredible three-year assignment in Hyderabad. I had two kids who are now happy, healthy teens. I founded a company, and I wrote a book.
I now live in: Seattle, Washington.
Currently: I run Reverb, doing HR consulting for startups and growing companies. I'm an executive coach and first time author of “Female Firebrands.”

Albert Kolb

Microsoft: 2005-2018
At Microsoft, I was: A digital architect
While at Microsoft, I worked: In Germany
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Meeting with Bill Gates at Atlanta MGB (at Six Flags)
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My passion for innovation in insurance
When I left Microsoft, I went off to work for: The Boston Consulting Group
I now live in: Duesseldorf, Germany
Currently, I am: Right now? Relaxing.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Keeping in touch with one of the greatest companies!

Daniel Kuperberg

Microsoft: 2017-2018
At Microsoft, I was: A premier support engineer
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Israel, Raanana
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The great people and awesome facilities.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: I was nice and a highly proficient team member.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Be a chief architect
I now live: Jerusalem, Israel
Currently I am: A chief architect

Steven Lipner

Microsoft: 1999-2015
At Microsoft, I was: Partner Director of Program Management, leading Security Development Lifecycle team.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond, Buildings 5, 6, 40, 50, and 27.
My favorite campus life memories are: The Windows War Room during the Windows Server 2003 security push.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Going with Mike Nash to brief SteveB and his and BillG's staff, and asking for authorization to establish the SDL as a requirement for pretty much all Microsoft products. Nobody yelled at us, and Steve said, “Yes.” Mike and I walked out of the room and turned to each other somewhat stunned and said, “I think we just got approved.”
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Retire — and maybe do a few government committees on computer security.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Served on several committees. I was elected to the National Academy of Engineering, and named chairman of the U.S. Information Security and Privacy Advisory Board. I also traveled for vacation to Australia, Italy, Switzerland, Chile, Germany, Czech Republic, and other places than I can remember offhand.
I now live in: Seattle, Washington.
Currently, I am: Working part-time as executive director of SAFECode, a nonprofit that works on software security. (Microsoft is a member and I was board chair before I retired).
Traveling for fun, and spending more time up at our cabin on Camano Island.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: I couldn't make it to the Wrecking Ball Reunion — wish I had. I really like the Office 365 Home account for me and my family.

Timothy Litton

Microsoft: 2000-2017
At Microsoft, I was in: Project and program management
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Building 26 in Redmond, Sydney and Brisbane in Australia
My favorite campus life memory: Making time to play softball during the day
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Sense of huge pride in the work Microsoft was doing making technology more accessible.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: The big comfortable chair in my office where everyone was welcome to hang out for a chat.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Be in charge of a software services business. I took some time off, spent more time with my young family, and joined a much smaller software (280 people) company that's a Microsoft Partner.
I now live in: Sydney, Australia
Currently I am: Still running part of a software services business.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Closer connection with Microsoft since leaving the family
Name the colleague that you’re most curious about now: Timothy Litton

Yasmine Magdi

Microsoft: 2009-2017
At Microsoft, I was a: Business program manager at enterprise services headquarters (Data and AI)
While at Microsoft, I worked at: Microsoft Egypt then RedWest-B in Redmond
My favorite campus life memory: Lunch with colleagues at RedWest-B cafe
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: I received a key talent award after my first six month in headquarters.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: The BI guru
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Open a doggy day care in Egypt. This is the first of its kind there. It is an indoor, cage-free, in-city, camera-supervised doggy daycare and dog hotel facility.
I now live in: Heliopolis, Cairo
Currently I am: An entrepreneur

Kostas Mallios

Microsoft: 1996-2010
At Microsoft, I was: DevDiv (DevDays and RDs), Enteprise Program Management (SAP), M&A (Great Plains & Navision), Rich Media.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Buildings 4, 8, and 5 in Redmond.
My favorite campus life memories are: Diving Uli's ‘67 Mercedes into the pole in the Building 4 garage. Not really the favorite one, but it just came to mind.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Making stuff happen, having so much fun early on, and finally getting to the board room in Building 8.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Smiles, energy and fully starched.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Breathe.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Worked on my VC fund portfolio, fixed and sold two companies and looking for the next one.
I now live in: Kirkland, WA
Currently, I am: Growing, fixing and selling tech companies.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Not allowed to forget and the software discounts.

David Marutiak

Microsoft: 1999-2009
At Microsoft, I worked in: Windows mobile technology planning and mobile operator business development
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Building 34, Redmond and Building 117, Redmond
My favorite campus life memory: PRO Club benefits
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Fighting internal anti-mobile operator bias in product planning
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Long hair, concert T shirts, and dogs in the hall
When I left Microsoft, I went off to work at: Vodafone, where I worked on the Vodafone 360 Platform for smartphones and services. Then I worked as a managing director in the UK for Scanbuy, establishing Scanbuy’s UK business development and sales office for mobile commerce. Then I was a consultant for FirstNet’s Advisory Board on the FirstNet public safety LTE network. I did work with Broadband Portugal and Belgium — wireless local loop at Band 42/43.
I now live in: Alameda, California
Currently I am: Looking for new technologies in new markets
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Software - O/S and applications
Name the colleague that you’re most curious about now: Juha Christensen

Steve Mantle

Microsoft: 2007 - 2019
At Microsoft, I was: An industry manager, product manager, worked in biz dev and M&A.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond.
My favorite campus life memories are: Exploring tree house conference rooms. Also, heading to the Commons for lunch, which was/is a convergence of so many nationalities and personas.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: So many memories... A favorite was sitting alongside Satya a few days after he'd become CEO, where he asked me to share perspective on challenges for an acquisition we were considering. It was at this point that I realized Microsoft was at a unique pivot point.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Outgoing energy and passion for embracing Microsoft's mission to empower individuals and organizations on the planet to achieve more. Also, celebrating others’ successes and challenges while always learning.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: AgTech startup Innov8 Ag.
I now live in: Walla Walla WA

Andrew McLaren

Microsoft: 1993 - 2009
At Microsoft, I was: An Escation Engineer in PSS, Program Manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Sydney, later Building 3 and Building 1.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: I joined IBM.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: After being RIF'ed in 2009, I joined IBM; initially to work on some mainframe projects for customers. Then I moved into a software product group, the i2 family of products — data analysis and visualisation for law enforcement, national security and defence customers.
I now live in: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Michael Meyer

Microsoft: 2011 – 2019.
At Microsoft, I was: A technical account manager and service delivery manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Edmonton, Canada office.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become and IT manager and entrepreneur.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Launched a side-gig, Managed IT Service Provider, to bring enterprise-class business relationship management to the SMB sector. My full-time employment is a service manager of Global Core Infrastructure and Datacenter for Finning International, the largest Caterpillar dealer.
I now live in: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Currently, I am: employment is a service manager of Global Core Infrastructure and Datacenter for Finning International.
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: Was my team and TechReady.
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: Was participating in the first Ready in Las Vegas, and winning D7 Sub of the Year a couple of times.
I learned this lesson at Microsoft, and I still use it today: Be customer obsessed, and respectfully impatient to drive desired customer outcomes.
My Microsoft Alumni Network helps me: Maintain connection with Microsoft, and maybe one day, return to Microsoft.

Donald Mitchell

Microsoft: 1994-2000
At Microsoft, I was a: Computer graphics researcher in MS Research
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond, Building 9 and others
My favorite campus life memory: Alex St. John invited my boss and I to visit his group late at night, shortly before the original launch of DirectX in 1995. Amazing to see people working late, sleeping bags in offices, and Alex paid to have dinner catered from Seattle.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Working on ClearType and interacting with Bill Gates about it a few times.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Nonuniform sampling. That will make sense to my old colleagues. (Haha.)
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Write books about history of space exploration. I recently published my first book, “Bossart: America's Forgotten Rocket Scientist.” I've been researching a second book on the Soviet exploration of the planet Venus.
I now live in: Redmond, Washington
Currently I am: Writing my next book.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Discounts on Visual Studio and Windows OS.
Name the colleague that you’re most curious about now: Manny Vellon

Sezin Mizrakli

Microsoft: 2017 - 2019
At Microsoft, I was: An OEM sales director.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Istanbul, Turkey.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Join Gartner.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Joined Gartner as a business development director, was responsible for tech companies mainly who would like to create growth with geo- expantion and supported them creating their go-to-market strategy. Then moved to Teleperformance, the world’s largest CS BPO as Chief Sales Officer and Chief Marketing Officer.
I now live in: Istanbul, Turkey.
Currently, I am: Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Teleperformance.

Gary Morton

Microsoft: 2018-2019
At Microsoft, I was: a technical solutions professional
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Dublin
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The sharing of knowledge, open mindset, making lifelong friendships and visiting Redmond.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Always willing to help and finding solutions to problems.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Spend much more time with the family.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Took a couple of months just being with the family and getting back into family life, being a dad once again.
I now live in: Margate, Kent, UK
Currently, I am: Now advocating for Azure where I currently work and leading the transition from on premisis to the cloud.

Denise Mosawi

Microsoft: 1998-2001
At Microsoft, I was: Microsoft Dynamics GP Escalation Engineer APAC support team.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Perth, Australia (worked from home), and manager in Sydney.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Winning Best in Class for 2010 Exhibition of Excellence Awards (Best One Man Band) division at Tech Ready 2010 for my work on the Support Debugging Tool for Microsoft Dynamics GP. Sadly I could not get the award in person.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Always asking why do we do things this way.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become a ski instructor.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Set up my own life coaching retreat company, and volunteered for seven charities all specializing in helping vulnerable kids. I now work as the executive director for a charity that helps children with disabilities who have been abandoned in China. After leaving the UK, I lived in Charleston, South Carolina; Provence, France; and Vancouver BC.
I now live in: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Currently, I am: Running International China Concern Canada — a charity that helps children with disabilities in China.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Networking.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Karen Bergin.

Krishna C.Mukherjee

Microsoft: 1988 - 2004
At Microsoft, I: Functioned as principal architect and lead software engineer, developing Windows and Office.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond and New York.
My favorite campus life memories are: When I started to work at Microsoft, MS-DOS was the major product. Microsoft had just introduced the Windows operating system. The Microsoft Office suite of applications had not been created. We, the software architects and engineers at Redmond, worked together and inspired each other. We had awesome goals in front of us. We had to put a computer in every desk and in every home. We had to bring information at the fingertips of the users. We knew we were changing the world with technology. All these are beautiful memories!
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: I have many memorable memories working for Microsoft. Shipping the very first version of Microsoft Office is probably the most memorable of these memories.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: During my professional career, I have received many awards from Microsoft for innovation and product development. I have built strategic partnerships between Microsoft and other leading organizations. I have enabled these organizations to achieve the Gold Partner status with Microsoft. I have been recognized by Microsoft for contributing energy and talent towards the overall success of Microsoft and for enabling Microsoft to lead the industry. My Microsoft colleagues remember me as a talented and hard-working professional. They hold me in high regard for my outstanding contributions to Microsoft.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: I worked in directorial capacities with global finance companies.
Since leaving Microsoft: From 2004 to 2011, I worked in directorial capacities with Citadel, Bloomberg and UBS. I directed the development of strategic software applications for finance. During this time, I created the architecture for and directed the development of the widely used Bloomberg Valuation Service (BVAL) that provides credible, transparent and defensible prices for a broad spectrum of financial instruments including derivatives and structured notes. I built BVAL on the IBM AIX platform.
After my success in the finance industry, I focused on transforming the space management and retail industries. I functioned as the Head of Software Development for Icon Parking Systems (Icon). Icon operates more than 300 parking locations in Manhattan and its surrounding areas. I transitioned Icon’s business from VAX mainframe to a hybrid cloud environment. I directed the development of the IconParkingSystems.com site. This website enables customers to sign up for monthly, daily and hourly parking at Icon’s parking lots.
I now live in: Manhasset, New York
Currently, I am: Functioning as a senior executive, management consultant and entrepreneur.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: My favorite benefit is being able to connect with the alumni network.

David Musgrave

Microsoft: 2001-2014
At Microsoft, I was: Head of Organisational Effectiveness.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Thames Valley Park, Reading, UK.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Being empowered to design the flexible working program.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Loving Gadgets and Breakdancing. Also, being able to solve the unsolvable problems.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: After being made redundant, I went back to my consulting business I had before Microsoft.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: : After leaving Microsoft, I restarted the consulting business I already had as Winthrop Development Consultants and obtained the rights to some of the pet development projects I wrote while an employee. These were renamed, updated and released. I have been updating these products, creating new products as addons to Microsoft Dynamics GP as well as selling development consulting hours. It is great being my own boss and setting my own goals and deadlines.
I now live in: Perth, Western Australia.
Currently, I am: Still working as Winthrop Development Consultants (http://WinthropDC.com), attending conferences as a presenter and exhibitor. I will be attending four conferences in 2019 in Johannesburg, Melbourne, Fargo and Orlando. Check out my blog at http://WinthropDC.com/Blog for more information.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Company Store benefits and Office 365 benefits.

Vinay Muttineni

Microsoft: 2017 2019
At Microsoft, I was: Building speech products in the AI Perception and Mixed Reality orgs.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Sunnyvale, California.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Pursue an MBA at the London Business School.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Finished my MBA, launched a 200 volunteer strong COVID support group that helped support people and SME's affected by COVID. I also am working as a volunteer vaccinator and am in training to be a volunteer Emergency Ambulance Crew member.
I now live in: London, UK
Currently, I am: A technical product manager at TrueLayer.
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: The sheer scale of things. Being able to build products that are used by millions of users across the world!
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: I have several! One was serving as a VPAL for the Give campaign and helping raise money for non-profits and charities we supported. Another was testing a profanity detection service by playing Sea of Thieves and having a senior architect shout profanities at you.
I learned this lesson at Microsoft, and I still use it today: Build for scale and build it right. Also, I learned the importance of empathy-driven development and having empathetic leaders. Thank you, Satya.
My Microsoft Alumni Network helps me: It's nice to stay connected.

Tim Myers

Microsoft: 2005 - 2017
At Microsoft, I was: PM for Windows FIPS 140-2 Cryptographic Module Validations
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond Buildings 27, 28, and 10
My favorite campus life memories are: I loved hiking the trails through the trees on campus.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: There is an incredibly diverse population of employees from around the world at Microsoft. The different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives create a very powerful synergy to the company.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Saying please and thank you.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: I am a senior security engineer doing FIPS 140-2 validations at UL Verification Services Inc.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: There has been a lot more travel to visit my family around the U.S. and to visit UL customers onsite around the world. Additionally, I work from home and have a 15-second commute to my office.
I now live in: Issaquah, Washington
Currently, I am: I'm a volunteer at the American Red Cross and National MS Society fundraisers. My hobbies include amateur radio and playing a Moog synthesizer.

Jeyachandran Natarajan

Microsoft: 2015-2017
At Microsoft, I was in: Azure application development
While at Microsoft, I worked: Hyderabad, India
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Working on hack-a-thons
I now live: Hyderabad, India
Currently I am: Working as an Azure architect
Name the colleague that you’re most curious about now: Deepak Kumar Singh

Mike Navarini

Microsoft: 2005-2015
At Microsoft, I was: a senior technical account manager II (Federal)
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Home Office and the Microsoft Reston, Virginia building.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Great relationships working in Premier with the Federal team.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Growing the business by being that trusted advisor with my federal customers.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become a staff technical account manager at VMware
I now live in: Falling Waters, West Virginia
Currently, I am: Still building those customer relationships in Federal.

Michael Niehaus

Microsoft: 2004 - 2020
At Microsoft, I was: A project manager in dev, marketing and consulting.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond (various buildings)
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work for Tanium
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Am doing similar stuff at a different place.
I now live in: Sammamish, Washington.

Diego Nobili

Microsoft: 1999 - 2017
At Microsoft, I was: In support, PTS, marketing
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Milan, Italy
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become a marketing manager at Insight
Since leaving Microsoft, I: I have worked in Insight, a worldwide level Microsoft partner, as marketing manager, and now I am responsible for marketing in six countries
I now live in: Milan, Italy

Wilfred Noorman

Microsoft: 2006
At Microsoft, I was a: Service delivery manager, project manager and an engagement manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Amsterdam
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become a self-employed project manager. I worked on different projects with the Dutch government.
I now live: Utrecht, Netherlands
Currently I am: Doing project management
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Contact with my former colleagues; employee benefits
Name the colleague that you’re most curious about now: Michael Kögeler

Johan Norvik

Microsoft: 2007 - 2017
At Microsoft, I held: several jobs in the communications sector.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Houston, Texas
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Having my work recognized by the president of Telefónica LATAM in an award from of Steve Ballmer.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Expertise in the telecommunications industry.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Go to school to refresh my statistics knowledge and learn new developments in machine learning and data science.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Earned a masters of science in statistics and data science from the University of Houston and found work as a data scientist.
I now live in: Klein Texas
Currently, I am: I am currently working as a data scientist at blinds.com, a subsidiary of The Home Depot.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Microsoft Store benefits.

Tunc Noyan

Microsoft: 1997-2007
At Microsoft, I was: a services director
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Istanbul
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The Startup culture until early 2000s
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Crazy large-sized deployment projects
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become CIO at FIAT-Turkey
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Worked as CIO in industrial sector, where I led dijital transformation projects.
I now live in: Reading, UK
Currently, I am: I help tech companies to grow exponentially.

Alexandre Oddos

Microsoft: 2008 to 2014
At Microsoft, I was: a business manager, MCS lead, and Dynamics lead
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Paris, France
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The MGX private concert with Black Eyed peas in Atlanta.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become chief opperating officer for a software company.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: I have been leading the cloud transformation of an on premise software editor, shifting the mix product in less than four years towards a cloud business.
I now live in: Paris, France

Tony Ollivier

Microsoft: 2004 - 20012
At Microsoft, I was: An SSP and enterprise architect.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Vancouver, Canada.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Publish a book!
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Went back to IBM in their collaboration group and then joined Outsystems.com in their product marketing group.
I now live in: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Swapnajeet Padhi

Microsoft: 2012-2018
At Microsoft, I was: A software engineer and a program manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Hyderabad
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Getting the PM job
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My energy in the team
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: I have joined the full-time MBA program at Duke University
I now live in: Durham, North Carolina

Sokratis Papachristos

Microsoft: 2014-2018
At Microsoft, I was: A Microsoft Dynamics NAV Engineer
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Building 4 and Reading, UK
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Solving an authentication issue in 5 minutes.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Passionate
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work at SAP technical support
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Relocated to Switzerland
I now live in: Zug, Switzerland
Currently, I am: An application specialist at SAP.

Richard Parry

Microsoft: 2015 - 2017
At Microsoft, I was: A digital advisor
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Wellington, New Zealand
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become an author.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Became a writer, liar, and superhero. I wrote books, educated children, changed organisations, and renovated a house. Anyone who's done the latter knows the struggle is real.
I now live in: Wellington, New Zealand.
Currently, I am: A CSAM at Microsoft — back like a bad penny.
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: Culture, culture, and culture!
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: It is not safe to record in writing.
I learned this lesson at Microsoft, and I still use it today: Your time is valuable. Use it wisely.
My Microsoft Alumni Network helps me: I learn about what's possible for all people across the world.

Richard Peers

Microsoft: 1996-2019
At Microsoft, I was: in evangelism, partnering, management, marketing, services, and FSI strategy
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Reading, UK
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Doing a very rehearsed demo of a Mitel UNPBX to Steve Ballmer in his office, which Steve got so excited about he jumped straight in on and from there on in the plan went out the window. But it was a blast.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Asking difficult questions.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Finextra.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: I am contributing editor and founder of my own consultancy trying to help in the movement of capital from banks towards products that improve environmental, social and governance impact.
I now live in: London.
Currently, I am: The founder of ResponsibleRisk.

Ricardo Pereira

Microsoft: 2008 to 2015
At Microsoft, I was: A healthcare industry lead
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Lisbon, Portugal
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The opportunity to work with an extraordinary Public Sector team — highly motivated, supportive and super experienced.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Be a healthcare partnering lead at Roche.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Led a team of account managers at Roche in Portugal and also developed partnerships (science, educational, technology) with key stakeholders in the national healthcare system. In the last two years, I am the foundation medicine country head and I lead the business and team related to this company bought by Roche in the cancer genomics area.
I now live in: Lisbon, Portugal
Currently, I: Lead a multidisciplinary team, ranging from medical, marketing to commercial services, with the objective of transforming clinical practice by ensuring comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) insights are embedded into clinical decision making to enable personalized healthcare, also ensuring all metastatic and recurrent cancer patients receive high-quality comprehensive genomic profiling.

Bob Pett

Microsoft: 2000 - 2013 At Microsoft, I was: Exchange Esc Engineer; Manager Escalation Team, Technical Account Manager, MCS EM, Practice Manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Building 44, Issaquah Campus, and the Albany, New York field office.
My favorite campus life memories are: The family Halloween party held in Building 44 in 2000. It was incredible and way over the top, something my kids will never forget.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Running into Bill Gates in the EBC.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My sense of humor, integrity, and work ethic.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: F5 Networks Professional Services
Since leaving Microsoft: Outside of work, I volunteer to prepare and transport food to local homeless shelters. As a board member in my Soaring Club, I provide financial support and encouragement to youth members who want to start careers in aviation.
I now live in: Slingerlands, New York
Currently, I am: Lead a team of F5 Consultants engaged in the architecture, design, and implementation of scalable, robust F5 Networks solutions for a diverse range of clients in the mid-Atlantic states.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: I enjoy the newsletter and everything that is offered.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Rajive Kumar.

Bob Powell

Microsoft: Summer 1981, 1982-83, 1993-99
At Microsoft, I was: SSE in XENIX, Consumer Systems, MSN, Site Server, MSN Internet Search
While at Microsoft, I worked in: The 400 building in old Bellevue, Northup, and all over the main campus.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Everything about the summer of '81 in XENIX
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Over-promising and under-delivering, perhaps.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Do home improvement, and then later a different career.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Started a CNC machine, metal fabricating and prototype manufacturing business; co-founded Burn Design Lab and Burn Manufacturing, the largest manufacturer of clean-burning cookstoves in sub-Saharan Africa — check them out.
I now live in: Vashon Island, Washington.
Currently, I am: Operating a prototype manufacturing business, and serving on the boards of Burn Design Lab, and Vashon Island's public water utility. I've been an elected official the last nine years.

Mike Powers

Microsoft: 2010
At Microsoft, I was: In Azure storage.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Building 43
My favorite campus life memories are: Going to fairs at the Commons
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Winning the 2018 Ability Award
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My documentation skills.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work with service dogs.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Work for Summit Assistance Dogs. I also volunteer in two different prison programs, helping offenders work with dogs.
I now live in: Kirkland, Washington
Currently, I am: Training dogs.

Abhishek Pradhan

Microsoft: 2010
At Microsoft, I was: in consulting, sales, and product engineering
While at Microsoft, I worked in: India, Singapore and then Redmond.
My favorite campus life memories are: The annual BYKTW day in 2017. Our two-year-old son had a terrific time, and it was fun watching him interact and play with others kids from one of the most vibrant communities in the Pacific Northwest.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The learning, mentoring and path to grow to leadership roles.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: The person you call when the going gets tough and the person who gets things done.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Care for my mother back in India who was diagnosed with cancer.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Took care of my immediate family back in India. I picked up equity stakes in two startups and advised them in their global sales and growth plans. I started my PD diploma, took a public policy course, and then was headhunted to the role of CVP & CTO for leading and growing the cloud business for a large Asia-based conglomerate.
I now live in: Singapore
Currently, I am: In my role at the conglomorate, my mandate is to grow our cloud business across Microsoft Azure, AWS and GCP in the region and beyond.

Dan Price

Microsoft: 2001 – 2020.
At Microsoft, I was: In program management, systems engineering, and site reliability engineering in Office 365 and Azure.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Buildings 16, 17, 18, 35, 36, 41, 42, and RedWest-E.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Be director of engineering, Secops, at Nutanix.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Finished my EMBA! And I am building and growing a DevSecOps team at Nutanix.
I now live in: Snoqualmie, Washington.
Currently, I am: Director of Engineering, SecOps at Nutanix
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: Opportunity! Especially the opportunity to change roles, learn new things, and take on new challenges.
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: Office pranks. When people would leave for extended vacations or long leaves, we used to completely re-build or alter their offices. We filled one office with over 1,000 pounds of beach sand. We built a “Becoming John Malcovich” half-floor in another.
I learned this lesson at Microsoft, and I still use it today: Patience blended with empathy. Keep emotions in check and put yourself in others' shoes. Find the common ground.
My Microsoft Alumni Network helps me: Keeps me connected to the company and many in my network.

Talgan Rao

Microsoft: 2015-2018
At Microsoft, I was an: SAP on Azure Architect
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Hyderabad
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Everyday at work
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Entrepreneurial, Result-Driven with Growth Mindset. Someone who is always in seek of knowledge and learning Opportunities.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Do a startup.
Since leaving Microsoft, I am: Founder and director for Spiceworks IT Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. It is a facilitator and builder of world-class technology management and product development teams. I worked on the full company lifecycle, including incorporation and establishing of IDC, leading all functions around finance and accounting, sales, HR, operations and legal. We built a highly performant P&E organization of product managers, data scientists, engineers and released products within 6 months with clear a go-to-market strategy. I worked through acquisition by J2 Global, a Ziff Davis B2B. I am currently helping with integration of the two companies as a single global organization.
I now live in: Hyderabad
Currently, I am: An advisory director to engineering college, for setting up a startup innovation incubator and pre-accelerator program to facilitate and organize a range of startup ecosystem and entrepreneurial development activities for the students and startup companies.
I also am working on a business model to bring women and men back into the workforce who took long career breaks to take care of children, support family members, and to recover from Injuries and health issues.

Bonnie Remmick

Microsoft: 1993-2011
At Microsoft, I was: IT, Ms Product, project manager, systems analyst, Office Live Meeting, Target..lol..
While at Microsoft, I was in: Buildings 24, Samm C, RedWest, etc
My favorite campus life memory: Planting the trees along roadway that are now huge, many parties, Windows 95 launch, MSProject, great employee meetings, great food, and meeting the best people ever.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Oh, too many. Meeting smart fun people, and I was proud of the fact that women were treated fairly and had opportunities. Not everyone can or should be a director. Everyone was valuable.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues remember most about me: My love of being a part of something great...I got to see software grow up and see a computer in every home.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Travel, take a break, help others
Since leaving Microsoft, I have: Contracted mostly as far as work goes. I went to University of Washington Medicine, survived breast cancer in 2012. I’ve had a good life, but always miss some aspects of Microsoft.
Where I live now: Rugby, North Dakota
What I’m doing now: Writing a story about a World War II female POW from Seattle.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Software.

Franz Regen

Microsoft: 1995-2018
At Microsoft, I was: Senior and Managing Consultant, Engagement Manager, Enterprise Architect, ATS
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Germany, Cologne
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: My first MGB in Toronto in 1995.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Reliable teammate.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Retire.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Enjoying my free time.
I now live in: Dueren, Germany.
Currently, I am: Enjoying my life.

Bjorn Rettig

Microsoft: 1992-2018
At Microsoft, I was: First, a localization engineer; later in program management. While at Microsoft: My first and last office was in building 9
My favorite campus life memory: It was in 1992. I had only slept a few hours and was tired, but I had a deadline. It was a weekend day and sunny. I went outside to one of the benches close to the fountain and smoked a cigarette. I guess it was too tempting to lie down and take a quick nap. Next thing I remember is that I heard a voice asking me if I was OK. It was Bill Gates. I was so embarrassed and apologized for sleeping. He told me to go home and sleep in my bed :) I never talked to Bill again, so I kind of blew my one chance.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: When we shipped Windows 2000 MUI. When I left Microsoft: I left earlier this year to work for PayPal. I’m the VP, Global Content and Technology for PayPal.
Where you live now: San Jose, California Colleague I’m most curious about now: Diane Nguyen

Francisco Reverte

Microsoft: 2000 - 2013
At Microsoft, I was: An account Executive in EPG.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Madrid, Spain.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Keep working in the IT industry
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Have been helping to build SalesForce Spain. I'm one of the first 10 employees.
I now live in: Madrid, Spain
Currently, I am: The TT&H accounts director at Salesforce
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: I came from hardware business and started to work in the future of IT, the software.
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: The good people I met.
I learned this lesson at Microsoft, and I still use it today: Be organized.

Kristen Richardson

Microsoft: 2013-2016
At Microsoft, I was: A SharePoint consultant
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Remote.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Kevin Turner riding into Phillips Arena on a big white horse to open the last day of MGX in 2014.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Me and my husband feeding all the younglings in my MACH class!
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Stop traveling so much and help cure cancer
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Currently am with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle as the SharePoint developer. We help to cure cancer one SharePoint at a time!
I now live in: Orting, Washington
Currently, I am: A SharePoint developer serving approximately 3,500 researchers and support staff at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Tie between software and events!

Martin Rohner

Microsoft: 2010-2017
At Microsoft, I was: A senior project manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Wallisellen, Switzerland.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Visiting the xDM in Anaheim, California.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My calm and professional way to deal with customers.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become a senior project manager at Stadt Zürich OIZ.
I now live in: Freienstein, Zurich, Switzerland.
Currently, I am: Managing several large projects and SCRUM projects around the city of Zürich
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Networking, information and some savings on O365 and the Microsoft Company Store.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Michel Lüscher

Petr Ruben

Microsoft: 2017 to 2019
At Microsoft, I was: a senior data center technician
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Virginia
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: I worked with a group of intellectuals that were passionate about technology and innovation.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My work ethic and customer service.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to become a: lead IT support specialist.
I now live in: Frederick, Maryland
Currently, I am: I provide direct IT support to a number of Oncology offices in the state of Maryland. Additionally, I take on a role of a project manager with implemented changes in my market.

Juan Carlos Ruiz

Microsoft: 2001-2014
At Microsoft, I was: TAM for Banking in Barcelona, Spain. Platforms/PowerShell PFE in EMEA
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Barcelona, Spain.
My favorite campus life memories are: I visited the campus several times. Meeting Jeffrey Snover was the best!
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: We tried to offer our EMEA-improved training contents to the USA organization. My manager boycotted all these efforts.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become a freelancer, Azure and PowerShell training and consulting.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Wrote critical scripts for some customers and training.
I now live in: Barcelona, Spain
Currently, I am: Writing a full library for Azure (and others) Automation.

Premangshu Saha

Microsoft: 2005 - 2012 (Vendor) 2012-2017 (FTE)
At Microsoft, I was: A senior project manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond RTC/Advanta/109
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become a Senior TPM at Amazon
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Was part of two major product launches At Amazon. In one spectrum, I have built a new service offering at Amazon Re-commerce division called Product Lifecycle Support for Amazon customers that helps them keep their product instead returning it. This is now used by more than 120 million times by Amazon customers. In another role as part of the Shopping Foundation team, I introduced a front-end development platform for internal Amazon developer community that is based on Kubernetes CX architecture, and now used by 100-plus teams inside Amazon to build feature for Amazon.com and other marketplace.
I now live in: Snohomish, Washington
Currently, I am: A senior TPM at Amazon
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: Great teamwork and collaboration. Great products.
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: I have many great memories. Favorites are always about celebration of various success stories, and I still remember how I used to bounce the IIS server for refresh before UAT.
I learned this lesson at Microsoft, and I still use it today: Customer Focus. This is the most critical lesson I have learned and carry it all the time.

Olga Salnikova

Microsoft: 2017 - 2021
At Microsoft, I was: A HR Learning Events program manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond, Washington.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Explore what my next work passion is.
I now live in: Bellingham, Washington.

Eva Schoenleitner

Microsoft: 2001-2012 At Microsoft, I worked in: Many roles; my last one was Windows BG lead CEE.
While at Microsoft, I worked at: Redmond, Bellevue and MunichWhen I left Microsoft, I went off to be: Head of marketing at VMware for Central and Eastern Europe
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Joined VMware for two years, then I founded a consulting company called Stratoza LLC. After that, I was vice president of product strategy and marketing at Sage Software for two years. I joined ABB Limited in 2017 as a group vice president for global digital partnerships.
I now live in: Horgen, Switzerland
Currently, I am: In June 2018, I was promoted to head up all of ABB's digital partnerships and I’m based in Zurich, Switzerland.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: The Office licenses.
The colleague that I’m most curious about now: Guenter Weimer

Egbert Schroeer

Microsoft: 2003 - 2021
At Microsoft, I was: An industry manager, alliance principal, managing director manufacturing, principal program manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Neuss, Cologne, Munich, and Redmond (Buildings 121, 40 and 17).
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Enjoy my free time.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Am Enjoying life.
I now live in: Redmond, Washington.

Kerry Scott

Microsoft: 1998-2000
At Microsoft, I was: A database consultant,
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Southfield, Michigan.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Conventions in New Orleans, Seattle and San Diego.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: I passed two certification tests at lunch time in one day while working at a customer site.
When I left Microsoft, I went back to: Oracle database consulting.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Worked as consultant for TUSC and as a senior DBA at H&R Block Financial Advisors.
I now live in: Oxford, Michigan.
Currently, I am: Managing a team of DBAs using Oracle, MS SQL, MongoDB and MySql
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Discounted software.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Cletus Wolfodd

Sonam Singh

Microsoft: Dec 2016 - Dec 2020
At Microsoft, I was: An associate project manager and consultant.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Microsoft Building 1 in Hyderabad, India.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Pursue higher studies.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: I joined Schulich Business School, York University in Canada to pursue an MBA.
I now live in: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Jim Smith

Microsoft: 2012-2015
At Microsoft, I was: A premier support technical account manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Los Angeles.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The pride I felt telling people where I worked.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: A nice guy (I hope ??).
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Join the County of Riverside, California.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Took a job as a Bureau Chief for Riverside County IT. I've since been promoted to Chief Technology Officer and am knee deep deploying Microsoft technology.
I now live in: Riverside, California.
Currently, I am: Living the dream.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Office 365 Home and Microsoft Store discounts.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Doug Horbelt

Lauren Springer

Microsoft: 2019 - 2021
At Microsoft, I was: In Recruiting.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Building 111, Redmond, Washington.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Start my own consulting practice.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Traveled Europe with my family. Then, I launched my recruiting consulting practice, where I help companies transform their goals into hiring strategies and tactics.
I now live in: Renton, Washington.

Brad Stewart

Microsoft: 2005 - 2018
At Microsoft, I was: Services.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Dallas.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Extravagant conferences and recognition trips. No smarter workforce anywhere!
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Hard work and sense of humor.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become the chief opperating officer of North Texas Food Bank.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Am providing 70 million-plus meals per year to the 800,000 food-insecure in North Texas.
I now live in: Dallas, Texas
Currently, I am: Chief Opperating Officer of North Texas Food Bank.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Networking.

Connie Sullivan

Microsoft: 1988-2001
At Microsoft, I was: A technical support manager, MVP program manager, etc.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond, Building 6 to start.
My favorite campus life memories are: Working in an environment of intelligence, creativity and high level of humor.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Too many to say. The company meetings when we were still small.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Pursue other challenges, only to have stock drop from $120 to $40 per share.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Invested in real estate, worked at HTC, and am currently job hunting. If anyone is interested in a mature, motivated employee, please contact me.
I now live in: Issaquah, Washington
Currently, I am: Job hunting
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Seeing speakers and occasionally getting to visit old friends.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Denise Rundle

Juny Sun

Microsoft: 2012 At Microsoft, I worked on: Dynamics 365 TSP While at Microsoft, I worked in: Guangzhou, Guangdong My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Win big deal
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Huilin Yan
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work on AI & IoT, BI and CRM
I now live in: Guangzhou, Guangdong Currently, I: Am still investing on CRM. But not only CRM, I'm involving AI, IoT and Big Data technology together with CRM to provide integrated application solutions.

Leming Sun

Microsoft: 2015-2018
At Microsoft, I was: An operation program manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Building 85 in Redmond.
My favorite campus life memories are: Windows 10 Launch Event.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: The open door policy.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work in operation and planning.
I now live in: Cupertino, California.
Currently, I am: Working in operation and planning.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Discounts.

John Stilin

Microsoft: 1991-2000
At Microsoft, I was in: OEM Sales
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Buildings 10, 9, 18
My favorite campus life memories are: Playing in the company softball league and the Dusk-to-Dawn Game.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Working to change the OEM licensing model to include OEM package product through distribution channel and stopping piracy of OEM products.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Enjoy my life and give back to the community.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Helped manage an small string orchestra, volunteered in various capacities at Hopelink, helped teach music lessons and supervised morning arrival at the local elementary school, served on the Redmond Arts & Culture Commission, elected to two terms on the Redmond City Council and served on numerous government boards and commissions in King County and with Puget Sound Regional Council.
I now live in: Redmond, Washington
Currently, I am: Enjoying life and serve on the board of trustees for the Seattle Rep theater.

Roberto Tamburello

Microsoft: 1996 - 1998
At Microsoft, I was: A consultant for seven years and then an account manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Milan, Italy.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become a sales director.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Have spent one year freelancing for GDPR, two years as a sales director for Cegeka, Italy, and one year as a business developer for Microsoft partners.
I now live in: Milan, Italy
Currently, I am: A freelance senior sales developer manager.
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: The continuous innovation.
My favorite memory of my time at Microsoft: MGS (now Ready) time every year, especially when I won the platinum club's red jacket for best performer.
I learned this lesson at Microsoft, and I still use it today: Rigor in the sales process, attention to the customer, and focus on results.
My Microsoft Alumni Network helps me: Connect with former colleagues whether at Microsoft or alumni: one big family.

Gennaro Eduardo Tangari

Microsoft: 2013-2016
At Microsoft, I was a: support engineer and PFE
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Munich, Germany
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: My Award for the CRM Mobile SDK Code Helper
When I left Microsoft, I went off to work as a: Dynamics CRM tech lead consultant at NTT Data
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Have been involved in basically all the Dynamics CRM projects in my current company: from architecture to implementation.
I now live in: Munich, Germany

David Taylor

Microsoft: 2005-2011 At Microsoft, I was a: Premier field engineer (platforms - active directory)
While at Microsoft, I worked: Remotely in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area and at customer offices throughout the U.S.
My favorite campus life memory: I had the pleasure of visiting Redmond for a great event — and left with a henna tattoo! I have been to many Microsoft Field Offices and call centers in North Dakota, North Carolina and Texas. I was a contractor at the North Carolina location before being hired on to be premier field engineer.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: First, the camaraderie across all levels of Microsoft employees I worked with; I never felt alone in the field. Second, the first time I heard a customer say, 'Microsoft is here!' The phrase: SEV-A, Priority 1. As a field engineer, I loved helping cu.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My colleagues have great things to say for me in my LinkedIn Endorsements. I cannot do it justice, but I would sum it up as: I am valued for my integrity, professionalism, and character.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Care for one of my children and to seek treatment for an injury. I have worked for Thrivent, Dell, UnitedHealth Group (Optum) and Oracle. From time to time, I mentor people looking to further an IT/cyber career, review resumes for fellow transitioning veterans and more.
I now live in: Cantonment, Florida
Currently I am: Working remotely as a principal system engineer, supporting Active Directory, Windows, and related technologies.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: The intrinsic value; the sense of belonging to a group of peers that are truly incredible people. All the other perks are due to the same.
Name the colleague that you’re most curious about now: The recruiter who worked to bring me on as an FTE. I wish I knew her name.

Mark Terrano

Microsoft: 2000-2006
At Microsoft, I was: In the Xbox Advanced Technology Group (years prior at indie dev Ensemble and after at Hidden Path Ent)
While at Microsoft, I worked at: Millennium Campus on Union Hill Road (Redmond, WA)
My favorite campus life memories are: Playing games with the ATG folks.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Traveling all across Europe and Asia with engineers Plus DaveM and ScottS talking to developers about the upcoming Xbox360 console. It was grueling travel, but that energetic engagement was a lot of fun.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Age of Empires 2, probably.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Start Hidden Path Entertainment with a few other Microsoft alumni.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Spent 12 successful years at Hidden Path making hit games like Defense Grid, rebooting AOE franchise with AOE2:HD CS:GO, and Brass Tactics.
I now live in: Redmond, Washington.
Currently, I am: Now working as a creative director at Oculus / Facebook R&D — focused on the future of human communication and connection assisted by technology.

Mike Tiano

Microsoft: 1991-2009
At Microsoft, I was: STE, Test Lead; Program Manager; Release Manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Main Redmond Campus, RedWest, Augusta, Pebble Beach.
My favorite campus life memories are: After moving to Union Hill in Redmond, the office was never far away if I needed to be there. Otherwise best memory was having the seniority to get four corner offices during my tenure when we moved to new offices.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Windows 95 development, rollout and celebration. It was probably the biggest and most important product in Microsoft's history, and as a Software Test Engineer I owned testing of the new features Task Bar and Start Menu.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: That I was always resourceful; as a manager I was always fair, and embraced the fact that teams should have fun; and that I was Yes' site manager for a good chunk of my time at Microsoft.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Look for work. My end date was 3/09, and my next job (contracting at MSFT) was 10/09.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Performed IT contracting work for Microsoft in various roles, and, as release manager, upgraded the point-of-sale system for all Costco locations in the U.S. I became a freelance media writer, submitting many articles on music, movies, and TV to the online journal Something Else Reviews. I made progress in recording numerous music tracks for my audiobiography titled “Creetisvan,” which should be finalized and released in 2019.
I now live in: Redmond, Washington
Currently, I am: Retired from the daily IT grind, but otherwise pursuing creative paths: writing articles for Something Else Reviews and completing my solo album.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Not so much a benefit like Passport or Office 365 subscriptions, but continuing to feel connected to the company that I helped build through 17 years as an FTE, by playing a big part in many great product teams in various roles.
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Faith Sohl

Kayoko Tsuzuki

Microsoft: 2007-2017
At Microsoft, I was a: TAM
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Osaka, Japan
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Passion
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Passion
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work with the Japanese traditional horses. I now live in: Fuji-kawaguchiko-cho, Yamanashi My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Company Store

Richard Van der Kort

Microsoft: 2000 - 2019
At Microsoft, I was: Technical Account Manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Go back to my roots and become an engineer again.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: For a short time I was searching for what really matters to me the most. With coaching, you force yourself to rethink what gives you energy and joy which can be translated into your ideal job.
I now live in: Velserbroek, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Davide Vigano

Microsoft: 1987- 2010
At Microsoft, I: Went from being an intern to a general manager. I worked in products, sales, and marketing... both at corporate and sub.
While at Microsoft, I worked: In Redmond and Milano (Italy)
My favorite campus life memory: I was working in the brand new Building 5 with a bunch of international interns taking it over. The average age was 22. We reported to a former Apple executive; a woman Ida Cole in 1987.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: When my boss found me changing my swimming suit in my office.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: I don't know. Probably the above.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Co-found a startup
I now live in: Redmond, Washington|~|331007
Currently I am: CEO of startup www.sensoriainc.com and www.sensoriahealth.com
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Office 365
The colleague that I’m most curious about now: Ida Cole

Friedbert Wall

Microsoft: 1991-2011
At Microsoft, I was: A test manager, general manager and a partner test manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Vancouver, B.C., Redmond, and Shanghai
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Microsoft Exchange lab, and shipping Exchange 4.0
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: My test experience and the many bugs that I was able to find.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: I took a year off to remodel my house, and then went to a startup called Interactive Life.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Became the CIO at Interactive Life startup that is now embedded in church apps, medical applications, and other media applications.
I now live in: Woodinville, Washington.
Currently, I am: The CIO at Interactive Life, managing development teams in India and Lebanon, managing sales team and support teams.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Being able to buy things at the Microsoft store and being connected to other alumni.

Qingquan Wang

Microsoft: 2016-2018
At Microsoft, I worked in: Cortana engineering
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Beijing
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Some fellow American colleagues works very hard for hands-on coding even when they are in principals/partners position which is not possible in Beijing site.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Good communications and hard working
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work on autonomous driving related research and development
I now live: Beijing, Beijing

Xu Wang

Microsoft: 2010
At Microsoft, I was: A data center manager in Beijing
While at Microsoft, I worked in: BJW China
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Spend my time to build a start up company
I now live in: Shanghai

Betsy Webb

Microsoft: 1997-2015
At Microsoft, I: Led business unit teams from Server & Tools, Unified Communications, Office 365, and Education.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond: Redwest, Building 5, Building 34, and Redwest, again.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Look at the world from a totally different perspective. I joined a start-up.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: have been a nonprofit board leader and as an advisor to venture-backed start ups in a range of industries, including SaaS, health, education and retail.
I now live in: Seattle, Washington.

Bill Weis

Microsoft: 1999-2014
At Microsoft, I was: Technical Community Director, Office of CTO WW Services
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Worked remote for a Redmond-based job.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Helping with TechReady.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: The fact I live in a remote area in the UP of Michigan with lots of wildlife.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Volunteered for MDA, which lead to creating a nonprofit Limited Mobility Solutions Inc.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: John Hollcraft (also retired Microsoft) and I develop voice activated bed controllers for those with limited mobility from debilitating diseases or spinal injuries. We provide voice solutions that give people back some independence they lost at no charge to them.
I now live in: Crystal Falls, Michigan
Currently, I am: President of Limited Mobility Solutions Inc. I recently presented at the technology conference at Ithaca College on the work we are doing. Google filmed a mini documentary last fall with one of our customers that has Duchenne. My normal day involves building voice activated bed controllers.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Being able to maintain a connection to a company that I was proud to work for.

Eric Wennerlund

Microsoft: 1999-2011
At Microsoft, I was: A test manager.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Mountain View, California.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Become an RN.
I now live in: Boise, Idaho
Currently, I am: A registered nurse on a neuro-spine unit.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Cheap software.

Caroline Williams

Microsoft: 2008 - 2018
At Microsoft, I was: A DPE - Visual Studio TSP and SSP, and a PM - National Empowerment Plan.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Redmond and Microsoft Netherlands
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Start The Do Good Only Company.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Build an inclusive and ethical data and AI workforce. My company provides access to training, paid work and builds the female founder/social impact ecosystem by providing tech services.
I now live in: Schiedam, The Netherlands.
Currently, I am: Founder and Head Rebel at The Do Good Only Company.
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft: The encouragement to think BIG.
I learned this lesson at Microsoft, and I still use it today: If you are not going to tackle the BIG problems, then what will you do?

Rick Wong

Microsoft: 1995-2012 At Microsoft, I worked on: OCU, ECU, OEM and led company-wide Dell Alliance. I was OEM, vice president of Asia
While at Microsoft, I worked in: B22, B18 and B122, spent two-thirds time in Asia during final 7 years.
My favorite campus life memory: Walking to meetings on main campus when I was in B18. Being on main campus really felt like being in college, especially the outdoor events.
My most memorable memories of working for Microsoft: The longer I'm gone, the more it's just about the people. Microsoft hires great people. I'm proud to have been a member. There were also the BillG, SteveB, JeffR, etc., meetings... I learned tons every time those happened.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: I wrote the book Winning Lifelong Customers with The Five Abilities(R). I I also started The Five Abilities(R) sales consulting. I focus on entrepreneurial enterprises with dedicated sales forces. I'm in my fifth year on the board of Vision House which is a Christian nonprofit that provides transitional housing to homeless families.
I now live in: Sammamish, Washington — I haven't moved.
Currently I am: Not working as much as I'd like, but it's self-imposed. I'm at the end of rehab from surgery to reconnect my left rotator cuff and repair my left bicep tendon. I've used the free time to read.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Hearing about what all those great ex-Softees are doing and the Microsoft Store (access and discount).
The colleague that I’m most curious about now: Jeff Thiel and Deb Douglas. Early on they were models of the MS culture. I learned a lot from both.

Nadine Wouters

Microsoft: 1994-2018
At Microsoft, I was: Executive assistant to Michael Beal, the general manager of Microsoft Belgium and Luxembourg.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Belgium.
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: My first visit to Redmond in 1994.
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Always being there for them, and helping out where I could.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Retire.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Retired and have been traveling, enjoying visiting my sister in Boston, Massachusetts; going to a wedding in Long Beach, California; and a wedding in Peru.
I now live in: Brasschaat, Belgium.
Currently, I am: Enjoying life in general and staying in touch with friends, family, and former colleagues.
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member is: Staying in touch with other alumni. It would be great if we could start up an alumni group for Belgium!
The colleague I’m most curious about now is: Michael Beal

Zhenbin Xu

Microsoft: 1998-2018
At Microsoft, I was: SMS, IE (5.5/6.0/7.0/8.0, 10/11), Midori, Bing, Bing Ads, Cortana, Device Health
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Buildings 24, 10, 17, 2, 50, Bravern 1, 2, Beijing (STCA), Suzhou (STCA)
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Join the President's Office, Chief AI Scientist and General Manager of Big Data, at Sunshine Insurance Group in Beijing City, China.
I now live in: Beijing, China
Currently, I am: Starting a new business in AI, IoT, Smart Things.

Janne Ylä-Poikelus

Microsoft: April 2014 - November 2016
At Microsoft, I was a: Lead developer and senior software engineer, developing warranty system for mobile phones.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Salo, Finland
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Was when I was invited to Microsoft Tech Ready Conference in January 2015
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Active, open, honest and very involved.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Work at TNS Mobile. I worked on development of a lifecycle management system for HMD, working with Microsoft technologies and MWA materials for studying. I will start soon in my new job.
I now live in: Kaarina, Finland My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: Office 365 Home.

Dalia Younan

Microsoft: 2015-2018
At Microsoft, I was a: Partner technical consultant manager
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Cairo, Egypt
My most memorable memory of working for Microsoft: Rebuild my team reputation among OCP teams
What my Microsoft alumni colleagues probably remember most about me: Supporting my team members
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Relocate to Canada where I still work in the tech industry. I work for AppDirect.
Currently, I am: Working for AppDirect.
I now live in: Montreal, Canada
My favorite benefit of being a Microsoft Alumni Network member: I keep following up on Microsoft, which I am still having the dream to rejoin it one day.
Name the colleague that you’re most curious about now: Erica Marley

David Zemsky

Microsoft: 2006 - 2021
At Microsoft, I was: A software engineer.
While at Microsoft, I worked in: Dublin, Ireland.
When I left Microsoft, I went off to: Run my own app business.
Since leaving Microsoft, I: Have been growing my business.
I now live in: Dublin, Ireland.