When women gain access to the right skills, they don’t just change their own futures—they ignite progress that reshapes industries, strengthens economies, and uplifts entire communities.
True empowerment begins with opportunity, and Nicole Dezen is ensuring that no woman is left behind in the digital revolution. Nicole Dezen has dedicated her career to building opportunities for women in tech, forging partnerships that create lasting impact, and ensuring access to the skills needed to thrive in an evolving digital world.
“Every day I strive to empower people and drive growth for Microsoft and our partners.” — Nicole Dezen
As Chief Partner Officer and Corporate Vice President of Global Partner Solutions at Microsoft, Nicole leads the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program, supporting an ecosystem of 500,000 partners worldwide. By delivering essential benefits, skilling opportunities, and go-to-market resources, she helps partners build thriving businesses that drive innovation and economic growth in every industry.
Nicole’s leadership is built on a bold vision: investing in people fuels global innovation, strengthens economies, and ensures a more equitable tech industry for future generations. She is not just opening doors—she is tearing down barriers, proving that when women are given the tools to succeed, they don’t just participate in technology, they define its future. By forging strong collaborations and partnerships, she continues to champion a future where access to technology and career advancement is not limited by gender or geography.
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/
