Ms Lerato Mathabatha, Microsoft South Africa, specialized in public sector-focused technological innovations, with a rich professional background spanning roles such as Director of Energy & Manufacturing and Solution Sales Manager for Modern Workplace security. Driven by a commitment to enriching lives and delivering exceptional value, she aspires to continuous mastery and innovation. Holding an Executive MBA from the University of Cape Town, advanced management training from Wits Business School (WBS), and business strategy expertise from INSEAD, she advocates for leveraging transformative technologies like AI to address global challenges and opportunities. Passionate about equity for women, she emphasizes the need for initiatives that bridge the equity gap to ensure true equality.