Sandra Piedra-Andrade is a senior executive with more than 25 years of experience in manufacturing, consulting, and technology transformation. She has previously served as a CIO in both discrete and process industries and held senior roles at PwC. Currently, she is an Industry Advisor Director at Microsoft, collaborating with multinational organizations to develop advanced digital strategies across the region. Her expertise includes driving enterprise innovation through AI, cloud, and data-driven platforms, supporting senior leaders as they rethink business models, accelerate growth, and integrate ESG into their strategies. Sandra is an active member of Microsoft’s Women in Manufacturing team and a DEI advocate. She leads according to Microsoft’s vision of excellence and transformation, empowering organizations as a cross-industry professional.