Hema Prapoo is a global energy executive and strategist working at the intersection of energy, AI, and business transformation. As Microsoft’s Global Energy Industry Leader, she shapes the company’s global go-to-market strategy, leads industry advisory and innovation, builds strategic partnerships, and helps customers accelerate transformation across the energy value chain.

With more than two decades of experience spanning offshore engineering, operations, enterprise strategy, and digital transformation, Hema turns complex market, geopolitical, and technological shifts into actionable growth strategies. Her work addresses critical priorities—including energy security and resilience, electrification and decarbonization, workforce transformation —while unlocking new business models and measurable outcomes.

A recognized thought leader and trusted C-suite advisor, Hema guides executives, boards, and policymakers through consequential decisions that strengthen resilience, modernize operations, and create sustainable economic and societal value. She has united customers, governments, partners, and technology providers to advance intelligent operations, industrial AI, digital energy platforms, sustainability, and emerging technologies.

Known for building high-performing teams and influential ecosystems, Hema combines deep industry expertise, commercial acumen, technological vision, and a global perspective. Her leadership helps organizations navigate disruption, capture emerging opportunities, and build lasting competitiveness in an increasingly interconnected energy and technology landscape.