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Title: Managing Director EMEA Company: AWS Industry: Technology

As Managing Director of AWS EMEA, Tanuja shapes strategy and drives growth across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Bringing more than 25 years of leadership experience, Tanuja directs cross-functional teams to help startups and global enterprises accelerate digital transformation via cloud computing. A champion for diversity and education, Tanuja has helped to train more than 60,000 students across 13 countries. Furthermore, she oversaw a Saudi Arabian cloud skills programme empowering 4,000 women and launched the first AWS Skills Centre in Cape Town – granting 9,800 learners access to programming skills. She also sponsors the AWS Inclusion Pledge, securing 30,000 employee commitments. Passionate about unlocking business potential, Tanuja provides strategic expertise – enabling clients to digitalise operations, support wellbeing and grow sustainably. A woman in STEM and former Proximus non-executive director, Tanuja champions DEI as a driver for long-term success that empowers both communities and businesses.

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