Preeti's leadership will be instrumental as we deepen our engagement with India's unique ecosystem, says Google's president for Asia Pacific
Google has named Preeti Lobana as its new country manager and vice president for Indian operations. Lobana, who joined Google nine years ago, previously served as vice president of customer-centric solutions.
Announcing her appointment, Sanjay Gupta, Google's president for Asia Pacific, emphasized Lobana’s pivotal role in advancing the company’s vision for India.
“Preeti's leadership will be instrumental as we deepen our engagement with India's unique ecosystem, leveraging AI advancements like Gemini 2.0 to accelerate digital inclusion and unlock unprecedented economic opportunities for every Indian. Her deep market expertise will guide us in shaping a future where technology truly benefits all,” Gupta stated.
Lobana succeeds Gupta, who was elevated to his current role as Asia Pacific president earlier this year. In the interim, Roma Datta Chobey, managing director for Google India’s digital native industries division, had been leading the Indian operations.
A Vision for AI-Driven Transformation
Expressing her excitement, Lobana highlighted the synergy between India’s dynamic growth and Google’s technological innovations.
“This is a once-in-a-lifetime moment to shape the future with AI, unlocking unprecedented opportunities for businesses to boost productivity, solve critical challenges, and create innovative solutions. I am deeply committed to working with our talented teams and partners to drive economic growth and deliver meaningful value across India,” Lobana said.
A Proven Leader in Technology and Finance
Before joining Google, Lobana served as the managing director and head of global finance services in India at the NatWest Group. Her extensive experience in technology and finance positions her well to lead Google’s operations in one of its most significant global markets.
With Lobana at the helm, Google aims to strengthen its presence in India, leveraging artificial intelligence and digital solutions to foster innovation and economic growth.
