People of Microsoft
“Family is the center of my identity”
After learning others’ stories in a safe space, Blake opened up about—and later advocated inclusion for—a hidden disability that affects other employees and their family members.
“My great grandfather was a farmer, so working with the land felt like a project with a clear purpose.”
Paris-based Bertrand Launay never expected how a turn as a mango farmer could fulfill a personal passion while also helping empower a local community.
“The sacrifices my parents and grandparents made . . . I carry those within me.”
As a child, Sophia dreamed of working at Microsoft. Now a software engineer with 7 years at the company, she shares her journey of resilience and achievement.
“Am I Asian, or am I American?”
Dat chose not to fully embrace his Vietnamese heritage as a child and young adult. Today, he’s on a new path to uncovering and rediscovering his Asian identity.
