South Asian Spotlight

Six Indian Americans, including Satya Nadella and Sundar Pichai, feature in Fortune’s 2024 list of the 100 Most Powerful People in Business, showcasing the global impact of South Asian talent in innovation, leadership, and transformation.

Know the six Indian-origin artists nominated for the 67th Grammy Awards, including Ricky Kej, Anoushka Shankar, and Varijashree Venugopal. Know about them and the impact on the global music scene.

News Corp announces Lavanya Chandrashekar as its new CFO, effective January 1, 2025. With nearly 30 years of global finance experience, Chandrashekar joins from Diageo, bringing leadership in digital transformation and growth.

DigiCert appoints Lakshmi Hanspal as Chief Trust Officer, highlighting South Asian representation in tech leadership. Hanspal brings extensive cybersecurity expertise from roles at Amazon, Box, and PayPal, set to drive DigiCert’s digital trust initiatives forward.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai announces Prabhakar Raghavan as Chief Technologist, marking a significant moment for the South Asian community and leadership in the tech industry.

Baiju Bhatt, co-founder of Robinhood, launches Aetherflux, a space-based solar startup aiming to revolutionize energy distribution by harnessing solar power from space. Discover how this innovative venture impacts the South Asian community.

An exciting new opportunity for young entrepreneurs has emerged today with the launch of the Formidable Fund, a nonprofit founded by Rajesh Shah, President of MSI and Anand Sanwal CEO of CB Insights.

Shailaja Paik, an Indian-origin historian, has received a USD 800,000 MacArthur Fellowship for her groundbreaking work on Dalit women, exploring the intersection of caste, gender, and sexuality in modern India.

Dr. Murali Naidu, an Indian-origin healthcare leader, has been appointed as the new CEO of San Ramon Regional Medical Center, starting November 4th. Naidu, with deep ties to the Bay Area, brings extensive experience from his role as CEO of Emanuel Medical Center.

Ravi Ahuja has been appointed as the new President and CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), effective January 2, 2025. He will succeed Tony Vinciquerra, who will continue to serve as non-executive chairman until December 2025.

The 33rd Annual Gala for SAHARA (South Asian Helpline and Referral Agency) was held on September 15th, 2024 in Seal Beach, California. More than 260 members of our community gathered to show their support for survivors of domestic violence and elder abuse. The evening...

Ashima Sharma and Vedant Dayal, students at Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA, Class of 2025) embarked on a life-changing mission fueled by the Dragon Kim Foundation Fellowship.

Verix – a game-changing, self-serve platform that makes it easy to confirm the authenticity of certifications, content, products, skills, or tickets. Built on blockchain and powered by GenAI, Verix is helping businesses streamline their verification processes with ease.

Indian-origin pitcher Kumar Rocker made history with his debut for the Texas Rangers, becoming the first player of Indian descent to appear in Major League Baseball.

Former BlackRock executive of Indian origin joins Chicago Atlantic, bringing extensive financial expertise and leadership experience to the firm. Discover the impact of this new appointment on Chicago Atlantic’s strategic goals

Tarak Mehta has been appointed as the new President and CEO of The Timken Company, succeeding Richard G. Kyle.

Jacobs appoints Indian-origin CEO Bob Pragada as Chair of the Board, signaling a strategic shift with the spin-off of key business units. Discover the leadership changes and Jacobs’ plans for future growth and innovation.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem appointed Dr. Madhu Gottumukkala as Commissioner of the Bureau of Information and Telecommunications (BIT) and Chief Information Officer (CIO).

Nairanjana Dasgupta, an Indian-origin researcher, has been appointed as the chair of Washington State University’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics. With over 28 years at WSU, Dasgupta is renowned for her interdisciplinary research and leadership in data analytics.