People of Microsoft
“Snowboarding has taught me that we won’t get anywhere if we don’t do it together.”
Sebastian Apud built strength through snowboarding but never felt like he quite fit in. That's why he's dedicated to introducing teens—who might not have access—to the sport he loves.
“Judo has helped me learn how to manage my life with diplomacy.”
José Pedro Ramos’ “judo family” teaches him lessons that carry over to the workplace.
“These are the lessons my mother and father passed on to me—to help others feel valued and loved.”
Rita Picarra watched her parents dedicate their life’s work to making sure everyone felt supported, included, and seen—a legacy that she carries forward with responsibility and pride.
“Football was about solving puzzles, and facing opposition is a mental game.”
As a child in Texas, Phillip Hale’s life centered around football. The discipline, teamwork, and puzzle-solving prepared him for what he’s doing now.
