Mrs. Madhuri Susarla is a distinguished technology executive with over 25 years of exemplary experience in cloud technologies, enterprise strategy, and innovation leadership. Currently serving as the technology leader for AWS’s partnerships business, she is responsible for the strategic technology initiatives that have significantly developed AWS’s partner ecosystem in India. Her pioneering work in generative AI has positioned her as a national leader in this cutting-edge field.

Her vision to transform the skills of millions of developers in India using generative AI exemplifies her commitment to India’s workforce development and technological empowerment. She has successfully enabled 1,000s of developers with generative AI skills to foster digital transformation at scale. She is a strong proponent of women’s empowerment, and her team collaborates with several IT companies and government bodies in support of this cause.

Her career is marked by a consistent record of innovation and leadership. She incubated new business ventures with partners and drove cloud modernization programs for major global system integrators. She is a prolific author with several technical publications and a sought-after speaker at prestigious international forums such as the Grace Hopper Celebration for Women and Amazon Summits, sharing her expertise to inspire the global tech community. She is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) and holds a Master of Technology degree from there. Madhuri is a culture-custodian at Amazon as a Bar Raiser, and her leadership excellence has been recognized in the public media by her company. Her work as a technical architect on the Info Hub project received recognition from the Information Department of the Karnataka Government.

On a personal level, she plays a vital and deeply personal role in shaping India’s future. As a mother of three teenagers, she is committed to nurturing the next generation, not only within her family but as a broader mission to empower millions of young minds across the nation. Her visionary leadership, technical mastery, and impactful contributions to cloud computing and AI-driven workforce transformation make her a deserving candidate for the National Achiever Award, celebrating her as a trailblazer advancing India’s position in the global technology landscape.

In her own words, “In addition to my professional achievements, I am a proud mother of three teens. Balancing the demands of a dynamic technology career with family life has honed my multitasking, empathy, and resilience—qualities I bring to every leadership role. I strive to inspire other working parents to pursue their ambitions without compromise.”