In India, Arundhati Bhattacharya, recognized as the first female chair of the State Bank of India, transitioned from traditional banking to technology when she joined Salesforce in 2020. After retiring from SBI in 2017, she explored a variety of part-time consulting roles which she found unsatisfactory. Her expertise caught the attention of Marc Benioff, leading to her appointment as the head of Salesforce's operations in South Asia. Under her leadership, the South Asia team expanded from 2,500 to over 18,000 employees, marking a significant growth of more than 600%. This growth positioned South Asia as one of Salesforce's fastest-growing regions, with the business valued at approximately $1.8 billion. Bhattacharya reflects on the challenges faced by women in leadership roles, stating that they often must work harder to be recognized. She emphasizes the ongoing need for women to negotiate for opportunities and to continually prove themselves in their careers. The efforts of Bhattacharya and her team have contributed significantly to Salesforce's overall business strategy in a highly competitive market.