Sonia Wadhwa

About Sonia Wadhwa

Currently serving as Chief of Staff for the AI Strategy and Transformation team in the Microsoft Customer and Partner Solutions (MCAPS) AI Strategy org. Leveraging over a decade of expertise in business operations, workforce strategy, and cross-functional collaboration. The role focuses on executive readiness for customer and industry engagements, Rhythm of Business, employee engagement and org culture, fiscal planning, and executive project management to streamline processes and empower teams. Contributions reflect a commitment to operational excellence, strategic alignment across the organization, and executive thought partnership.A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, previously co-chaired the Women at Microsoft Employee Resource Group, advancing initiatives to foster equity and representation. Demonstrates a proven ability to lead high-impact programs and develop scalable solutions in dynamic, matrixed environments. Dedicated to creating inclusive cultures and driving meaningful change through data-driven strategies and collaborative leadership.

Experience

1. Chief of Staff, Ai Strategy and Transformation, Microsoft Customer and Partner Solutions

   Microsoft

   Jul 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

Education

• Delhi University

  Master of Computer Applications (MCA), Computer Science

• Elearning Guild

  Certificate in Agile Project Management, Project Management

  2014 — 2014

• Boston University Metropolitan College

  Masters of Computer Information Systems, Data Analytics

  2016 — 2018

• Cambridge School, New Delhi, India

  High School, Science

• Springboard

  Data Analytics and Visualization

  2016 — 2016

• Hindu College, University of Delhi, India

  Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Physics

• The University of Texas at Dallas

  Executive and Professional Coaching, Executive coaching, coaching in the business or organizational setting, coaching models and methods

• Dale Carnegie Training

  Effective Communications & Human Relations/Skills for Success, Communication, General

  2015 — 2015

Skills

• Knowledge Management
• Instructional Design
• Azure Storage
• Information Mapping
• Outsourcing
• Pre-Sales
• Training Needs Analysis
• Product Management
• Mobile Learning
• Soft Skills
• Team Building
• Management
• Program Management
• Content Management
• Microsoft Azure
• Needs Analysis
• Data Analytics
• Consulting
• Software Project Management
• Vendor Management
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Operational Strategy
• Project Management
• Requirements Analysis
• Product Road Mapping
• Cloud Computing
• Quality Assurance
• E-Learning
• Competency Management
• Talent Management
• Learning Management
• Software Documentation
• Social Learning
• Competency Framework Design
• Business
• Team Management
• Change Management
• Instructor-Led Training
• Leadership