When we center people, we redefine what growth looks like.
That belief sits at the core of Regina N. Johnson’s work at Microsoft and in the world. As Senior Manager supporting Partner Engagement, Regina builds pathways, not just programs. Her focus is clear: help small businesses and underestimated entrepreneurs scale with power, clarity, and visibility.
“Real innovation starts by listening. When we center people, we unlock the kind of growth that transforms communities. One story and one entrepreneur at a time.” — Regina N. Johnson
At Microsoft, Regina serves as a liaison to external organizations that empower small business owners that are Microsoft partners. She supports strategic initiatives within the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program through capital access, technical enablement, skilling, and community-led partnerships. Under her leadership, efforts working with various organizations have driven a 30% increase in partner revenue and market engagement, while deepening representation in emerging markets.
One standout initiative: a multimillion-dollar channel investment that supports high-growth Black-owned businesses. From tailored coaching to strategic messaging, the impact is measurable with partners reporting a 40% increase in customer engagement and stronger alignment with Microsoft’s ecosystem.
But for Regina, numbers are just the beginning. What drives her is the people behind progress, including the founders who dared to dream and the changemakers rewriting the rules of possibility.
Her work extends beyond Microsoft. She’s the founder of Wonder, a storytelling platform that uplifts the lived experiences of changemakers; the founder of Strata, a consultancy solving complex organizational problems; and a doctoral candidate at Columbia University, researching entrepreneurial resilience and learning strategies for long-term success.
Regina’s leadership is a powerful reminder that real systems change begins with listening, and thrives through trust, investment, and shared purpose.
About #empowHER50 campaign
This campaign celebrates women leaders at Microsoft, past and present, who have been instrumental in democratizing access to technology, opportunity, and growth. By honoring their contributions over the last half-century, this campaign highlights stories of resilience, innovation, and inclusivity. Through digital spotlights, a commemorative coffee table book, live recognition events, and more, the campaign inspires collective action toward achieving equitable societal goals. To learn more about empowHER50, please visit https://womenincloud.com/empowHER50
To learn about Microsoft 50th celebrations: https://news.microsoft.com/microsoft-50/
