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Melanie Nakagawa Chief Sustainability Officer

Microsoft

Software Development Revenue US $ 211.91bn 224,000 Employees

Joining Microsoft at the start on 2023 as CSO , Nakagawa has worked in and around sustainability for 20 years . In her role , Nakagawa reports directory to the Corporate Vice President , partnering with teams across Microsoft to lead company-wide environmental sustainability work . She will also help the company to accelerate its momentum when it comes to sustainable efforts .

“ There are just so many incredibly talented people who are dedicating their life mission to sustainability . How can one not be optimistic when you see this growing , talented workforce ?”

38 December 2023