Sundar Pichai
Sundar Pichai (born June 10, 1972) is an Indian-American business executive. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Google LLC and its parent company, Alphabet Inc. Pichai is known for his leadership and contributions to the technology industry.
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Early life and education
Pichai was born on June 10, 1972, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He grew up in a middle-class family and displayed an early interest in technology. Pichai pursued his education at the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, where he earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in Metallurgical Engineering. He later moved to the United States to pursue higher studies.
Pichai received a scholarship to Stanford University, where he obtained a Master of Science (MS) degree in Material Sciences and Engineering. He furthered his education at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.
Career
Pichai began his career in 2004 when he joined Google as a product manager. He played a key role in the development of various Google products, including Google Toolbar, Google Chrome, and Chrome OS. Pichai's innovative approach and strategic vision earned him recognition within the company, leading to his promotion to Senior Vice President of Product Management.
In 2013, Pichai was appointed as the head of Android, Google's mobile operating system. Under his leadership, Android became the most widely used mobile operating system in the world. Pichai's success in driving the growth and expansion of Android contributed to his rising prominence within Google.
In August 2015, Pichai was named the CEO of Google as part of a corporate restructuring that resulted in the formation of Alphabet Inc. As CEO, he oversees Google's core businesses and operations, while also providing strategic guidance to Alphabet's subsidiaries.
Pichai's leadership has been characterized by his commitment to innovation, artificial intelligence, and the development of new technologies. He has spearheaded projects such as Google Assistant and Google Duplex, which utilize machine learning and natural language processing to enhance user experiences.
Personal life
Pichai is married and has two children. He is known for his humble and low-key personality, often shying away from the public spotlight. Pichai is an advocate for education and has expressed his passion for empowering individuals through technology.
Awards and recognition
Pichai has received several accolades for his contributions to the technology industry, including being listed among Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world in 2020 and 2021.
