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Written By Pravrajya Suruchi | Updated: Oct 20, 2024, 05:16 PM IST

Prabhakar Raghavan

Google has appointed this person as its new Chief Technologist. The role is not just aimed at enhancing technical leadership but also innovation within the company.

Google has announced the appointment of Prabhakar Raghavan as the company’s new Chief Technologist in a significant reshuffle of its executive team. Raghavan's new role comes after an impressive tenure at Google, where he served as Senior Vice President, overseeing critical divisions such as Google Search, Google Assistant, Geo, Ads, Commerce, and Payments. This strategic move aims to strengthen the company’s leadership and enhance its commitment to technical excellence.

Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, shared this news in a blog post, emphasizing Raghavan’s extensive experience and contributions over his 12 years at the company. He praised Raghavan for his leadership in various teams and his integral role in shaping some of Google’s most important products. Pichai mentioned that Raghavan will work closely with him and the rest of the leadership team to guide the technical direction of the company, reinforcing Google’s established culture of innovation and excellence in technology.

Prabhakar Raghavan is not just a seasoned executive; he is also highly qualified in his field. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Bachelor of Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras. Raghavan is widely recognized for his expertise, being a member of the National Academy of Engineering. He is also a Fellow of prestigious organizations such as the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

With this new appointment, Google is poised to continue its legacy of technological innovation, leveraging Raghavan's leadership to drive future projects and initiatives. The company remains committed to maintaining its position as a leader in the tech industry through strategic leadership and innovation.

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