More than 32 years in the IT industry. More than 20 years with Microsoft Corporation, US: currently, Corporate Vice-President and Chairman, Emerging Markets; concurrently, Chief Strategist, National Competitiveness; helps federal, provincial and local governments develop the digital infrastructure, educational programmes and human resources needed to turn their particular capabilities into an international competitive advantage; focuses on partnering with leading technology partners, multilateral organizations and non-governmental organizations to use technology as a transforming force in initiatives designed to advance national agendas globally.