Preeti Lobana has been appointed Google India's new country manager and VP, aiming to drive AI innovation, digital inclusion and growth in India’s digital economy.

Tech giant Google (NASDAQ: GOOG) recently announced the appointment of Preeti Lobana as its new country manager and vice president for India. Lobana succeeds Sanjay Gupta, who has transitioned to a new role as President of the Asia Pacific region.

In her new position, Lobana will play an essential role in shaping the company's strategy for India, particularly in leveraging the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) to benefit all customers and promote innovation within the country.

With eight years of experience as vice president of customer-centric solutions at Google, Lobana brings a wealth of expertise to her new role. She will lead Google India's sales and operations and is expected to drive the company's continued commitment to India's rapidly growing digital economy.

Lobana’s extensive background spans over 30 years, during which she has held senior leadership roles across various sectors, including technology and finance. This experience has given her a deep understanding of India’s evolving market trends. Prior to her appointment, Lobana served as Google’s vice president of gTech, where she led a global team focused on innovative ad solutions and provided support to the company's customers and partners. Her previous leadership roles at prominent organizations like NatWest Group, American Express, Standard Chartered Bank and ANZ Grindlays Bank contributed to her expertise in business strategy, product management and operational excellence.

Lobana’s leadership in large, complex organizations has been marked by her focus on business transformation and customer experience. She has developed a strong track record of successfully driving change and building high-performing teams, fostering collaboration among diverse talents. In her new role at Google India, Lobana will partner with Roma Datta Chobey, who served as the interim country manager and will continue her leadership role as Managing Director for Google India's Digital Native Industries.

Gupta expressed his excitement about Lobana’s appointment, noting the significant inspiration that India’s digital landscape has provided to Google. He emphasized the importance of AI in redefining possibilities, mentioning how Lobana’s leadership would be crucial in furthering Google’s engagement with India’s unique ecosystem.

With her extensive leadership experience and deep understanding of India’s market trends, Lobana is well-positioned to drive innovation and digital transformation. Her focus on harnessing the power of AI and fostering digital inclusion will undoubtedly contribute to Google's ongoing efforts to unlock new opportunities for India and its diverse population. As she takes on this pivotal role, Lobana’s leadership promises to enhance Google’s impact in India, solidifying its position as a key player in the country’s digital future.