Grace Hopper India
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OPULIS: Women Powering Microsoft’s Trillion-Dollar Shift
50 Leaders. 1000 AI Careers. 1 Book. A Playbook for Democratizing Access in the AI Economy.
OPULIS brings together bold stories of 50 women who helped shape Microsoft’s trillion-dollar transformation across AI, cloud, gaming, and beyond. Archived in the Microsoft Archives and endorsed by Microsoft, OPULIS is a powerful collector quality coffee table book created by Women in Cloud. Every OPULIS book purchase fuels real-world change. Through our unique Books to Scholarships model, every 10 copies of OPULIS purchased funds 1 full scholarship, delivering next-generation AI skills to underrepresented talent worldwide with a goal of igniting 1,000 AI careers by 2030.
Each story offers practical strategies for democratizing opportunities and building more inclusive technology ecosystems. The insights shared by these pioneers provide a roadmap for current and future leaders committed to opening doors for others.
- 50 iconic stories of women shaping Microsoft’s evolution.
- 150 field-tested strategies to democratize access.
- Every 10 books fund one AI certification scholarship
Impact Counter: Every 10 books purchased help fund one AI scholarship for women worldwide. Together, we’re igniting 1,000 AI careers by 2030.
Why OPULIS Matters to Me
I was honored to accept this nomination as the OPULIS philosophy aligns so well with my lifelong support of the democratization of technology and spreading it globally and to underserved populations. Leadership is taking a risk for something you believe in. OPULIS is the story of leadership. It tells of fifty current and former Microsoft women who shattered ceilings to deliver breakthrough results and to democratize knowledge and access to it. Sharing these often-untold stories and the opportunities created, we open doors and keep them open to those who follow. Through this platform Women in Cloud provides a testament to the power of inclusive and equitable access to opportunity and a playbook to engineering it. OPULIS proves the power of the collective and shows future generations that there is more than one way to lead, innovate, and thrive.
When you buy or gift this book, you’re not just reading powerful stories you’re fueling AI scholarships and creating opportunities that transform lives. Each purchase contributes directly to our goal of funding 1,000 AI scholarships by 2030.
The technology industry thrives when diverse perspectives shape its future. Through OPULIS, we’re creating a self-sustaining cycle where today’s leaders actively create space for tomorrow’s innovators.
Experience the movement in action. This short film captures the spirit of OPULIS and why it matters today. Hear directly from honorees as they share personal stories of breaking barriers and creating pathways for others in the technology industry.
The trailer highlights the collective power of these 50 women whose leadership has transformed Microsoft and the broader tech ecosystem. Their insights on AI equity and inclusive innovation offer a compelling vision for the future of technology.
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Powerful Stories
From trailblazing executives to innovative engineers
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Leadership Strategies
Practical approaches to building inclusive tech ecosystems
1,000
Ignite AI Certification Scholarships
Our goal for women worldwide by 2030
What Leaders Are Saying
OPULIS has received endorsements from technology pioneers, business leaders, and advocates across the world. Here’s what they’re saying about this groundbreaking collection:
Whether you are mentoring a team or scaling a business, OPULIS will challenge you to think bigger about impact. Having invested in over 60 women-led tech startups, I value how the women in these pages show exactly how innovation and vision can reshape industries.
— Barbara Clarke, Founder, Teathered; Founder & Board Chair, The Impact Seat Foundation
If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to turn platforms into pathways, OPULIS gives you the blueprint. These stories are proof that when you invest in others, you build a legacy that outlasts and enhances any quarterly result.
— Flossie Hall, CEO, Stella Foundation
Meet Me at Upcoming OPULIS Activations
Join me and fellow OPULIS honorees at these upcoming events where we’ll share insights, sign books, and connect with the community. These gatherings are perfect opportunities to learn more about the movement and how you can participate in creating access in the AI economy.
Dec 3, 2025
Dec 5, 2025
#empowHERaccess Awards - OPULIS Book Signin
Welcome ITC Hotel, Bangalore
Invite Me to Speak
I am always open to share OPULIS insights through keynotes, fireside chats, and panels on AI equity, leadership, ecosystem innovation and lessons learned on the way to the C-Suite. My presentations blend personal stories with practical strategies that audiences can implement immediately.
Popular speaking topics include:
- Creating Access in the AI Economy
- Building Inclusive Technology Ecosystems
- Sponsorship and Mentorship as a Leadership Multiplier
- A Woman’s Journey to the C-Suite: Executive Presence & Networking
- Smart Risk Taking: Fail Fast, Fix Faster
- Lessons Learned as a Board Room CEO
Contact Info:
Reach out to me via LinkedIn
Get My OPULIS Updates
Be the first to hear my behind-the-scenes stories, event invitations, and updates on how scholarships are changing lives. When you join my OPULIS community, you’ll receive:
- Exclusive content not found in the book
- Early access to event registrations
- Regular updates on our scholarship impact
- Opportunities to connect with fellow supporters
Your support helps us create meaningful pathways for women in AI. Together, we’re building a more inclusive technology future—one scholarship at a time.
