Marcel Garaud

Marcel Garaud is a seasoned business development professional with extensive experience at Microsoft, where since February 2007, as Senior Director, Business Development, Marcel has driven strategic initiatives, partnerships, and M&A transactions, specifically for the Azure Data Platform and emerging businesses. Prior roles at Microsoft included leadership in corporate business development for Windows in Education and the launch of the Xbox Apps platform. Marcel's earlier career includes executive positions at Realm Systems and Sony BMG Music, where innovative digital products and new technology initiatives were foundational to growth strategies. Marcel began their career in legal and business affairs at prestigious firms, culminating in a solid educational background with a JD from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and dual degrees in Finance and Economics from The Wharton School.