Microsoft Alumni Network

Other great photos from GeekWire's Microsoft@50 event. Thank you, everyone! What a memorable evening. ??

Such a great evening last night celebrating Microsoft's remarkable fifty years at GeekWire's Microsoft@50 event at Town Hall Seattle. Not only did we hear stories, insights, and perspectives for the future from Brad Smith, Nathan Myhrvold, and Steve Ballmer, we had the joy of reconnecting with alumni from years past—which, in some cases, had been decades. One of the highlight's was Steve's entrance on the stage—just like the MGX days. He's still got it! It was fun for alumni to acknowledge their eras at Microsoft with Microsoft-logoed pins, and great to hear from so many about how they're continuing to innovate, drive change, and make an impact. ?? Special thanks to Todd Bishop, John Cook and the rest of the GeekWire team for a memorable event. Smiles all around. ??

Meet alumna Karen Fassio, Club Lead for the Pacific Northwest! In her career, Karen has helped people all over the world enabling communities, fostering channel growth, and spearheading social impact initiatives. We fortunate to bring her talents to the Alumni Network! Join Karen at 12:00 p.m. (PDT) on April 3 and learn about Alumni Network member benefits and explore how we can thrive together. https://lnkd.in/gmXbsf7Y See Karen's bio: https://lnkd.in/gPNe-HNu

Today is the final day to nominate a current or former Microsoft woman employee for Women in Cloud's #empowHER50 — celebrating women leaders who have been instrumental in democratizing access to technology, opportunity, and growth. Learn more and submit your nomination! https://lnkd.in/gSC3a9MS

Orlando Ayala is all about helping people do better—from listening to customers and partners, to promoting how technology can enable society. In this inspiring conversation, hear about pivotal conversations that drove the shift of Microsoft’s mission and sales strategies that delivered on countries’ priorities and fueled global expansion. ? https://lnkd.in/eqZZZvEq ? #MSFTAlumniVoices #MSFTAlum30 #Microsoft50?

We hope to see you the evening of March 20 for GeekWire's Microsoft@50 at Town Hall Seattle. Hear from Brad Smith, Steve Ballmer, and Nathan Myhrvold. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to reconnect with former colleagues! Get the Alumni Network member ticket discount here: https://lnkd.in/emY9HNzJ

“We need women in leadership roles, we need them as founders, leading communities, leading their families," said #MSFTAlum Katja Pischel, "and it’s on us to make it happen.” Learn how Katja is empowering hundreds of women professionals to align their careers with their values and redefine success. https://lnkd.in/gMJEZeD5

Learn how pressure can help you become a stronger leader in the upcoming workshop, "Grow Through Pressure" with executive coach and author, Sabina Nawaz. Join us at 9:00 a.m. (PDT) on March 20. Register now! https://lnkd.in/g4vfPVuf

Get up to $550 cash back for your used laptop, tablet, phone, or game console! Through the Microsoft Store Trade-in Program, you may be able to get cash back and your used device gets a new home—or it’s recycled in a responsible way. Check out the value of your device and explore what to get next! https://lnkd.in/gdtrjTbD

#MSFTAlum John Wood has been on a mission to fill the gaps in education since he left Microsoft in 1999. First launching Room to Read in 2020, John is now the founder and CEO of U-GO—funding scholarships for women in low-income countries. Check out his inspiring story: https://lnkd.in/g3wzmEwP