Allen Xu

About Allen Xu

As a Senior Manager at Microsoft, I currently cover global strategy and business development for our Cloud PC. With nearly 15 years of experience in corporate strategy, M&A, and financial analysis, I bring a unique perspective and skill set to identify and execute growth opportunities for Microsoft and its partners.Before joining Microsoft in 2021, I was a Director at EY-Parthenon, where I advised clients across various industries on corporate growth strategies and transactions. I also hold an MBA from the University of Michigan - Ross and a BS in Finance from American University. I am passionate about exploring how technology can enable businesses to innovate, optimize, and scale in a rapidly changing world.

Experience

1. Senior Manager - Corporate Business Development

   Microsoft

   Jul 2021 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   I drive strategic partnerships, venture evaluations, and product strategy. I lead analysis to identify growth opportunities, assess emerging technologies, and shape partnership & investment decisions with senior executives. My work blends market insight, financial modeling, and cross-functional collaboration to guide long-term strategy and accelerate innovation across some of Microsoft’s most forward-looking product areas. Product teams I\'ve covered include AI, mixed reality, VDI, Cloud PC, SaaS, and Business Applications.

Education

• University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Strategy & Finance

• American University - Kogod School of Business

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration: Finance

Skills

• Data Modeling
• Financial Analysis
• Presentations
• Microsoft Office
• Financial Modeling
• Microsoft Excel
• Report Writing
• Internal Audit
• Service Excellence
• Economics
• Mandarin
• Project Management
• Corporate Finance
• Service Quality
• Strategy
• Management
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Finance