Annie Mathew serves as the Director for Developer Productivity for the Asia region at Microsoft. In her current role, she leads a team of Global Black Belts and is responsible for driving the growth of Microsoft and GitHub developer tools and platforms in Asia.
Annie is a staunch advocate for creating an inclusive tech industry. She spearheads the “Code Without Barriers” program, which is dedicated to bridging the gender gap in cloud and AI. This initiative focuses on upskilling women within open-source communities and connecting them to
opportunities with Microsoft’s customers and partners. Annie’s career encompasses various roles in engineering, management, and board positions
across industries such as manufacturing, wireless, healthcare and software products.

Some of her notable achievements include:

• Founding board member of Startup Village
• First woman president of HIMSS India, a global nonprofit in healthcare technology
• Recipient of accolades from the Chief Minister of Kerala for her exceptional contributions to
the Startup ecosystem.
• Harvard certified corporate director and member of Women Execs on Boards

Beyond her professional endeavors, Annie is deeply involved in community activities. She enjoys traveling with her family and delving into a good book whenever she finds the time. Annie Mathew's unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity, and community impact makes her a compelling and inspiring speaker. She brings valuable insights and perspectives to any audience, making her an asset to any audience.