Techno Brain GBS appoints former Microsoft executive to board

Techno Brain Global Business Services (GBS) has appointed former Microsoft executive Orebambo 'Bambo' Sofola as a Non-Executive Director, strengthening its leadership as it pursues growth in artificial intelligence, cloud computing and digital transformation services.

Sofola brings more than 30 years of experience in software engineering, cloud technologies and business development, having held several senior leadership positions at Microsoft across Africa, the Middle East, India and Southeast Asia.

Announcing the appointment, Techno Brain Group Executive Director Manoj Shanker said Sofola's experience would be instrumental in supporting the company's expansion plans.

"His extensive leadership experience, global perspective, and deep understanding of technology-driven business transformation will be invaluable as we expand our market presence, pursue new opportunities, and advance our long-term growth strategy," said Shanker.

Techno Brain GBS Managing Director Rahul Srivatsa described the appointment as timely as the company accelerates its digital innovation agenda.

" His appointment reflects our ambition to lead with AI, cloud, and digital innovation as we help clients reimagine operations, strengthen competitiveness, and drive transformation at scale," he said.

Sofola said emerging technologies present significant opportunities for businesses and institutions seeking to improve efficiency and competitiveness.

"The future belongs to organizations that connect innovation with impact. Techno Brain GBS has a unique opportunity to help enterprises and institutions harness emerging technologies to accelerate transformation, improve competitiveness, and unlock new opportunities for growth," he said.

Headquartered in Seattle, USA, Techno Brain GBS provides digital transformation, IT consulting, engineering and business process services to enterprise and public sector clients across Africa, India and other global markets.