As part of Microsoft’s 50th anniversary celebrations, Women in Cloud, Microsoft, and the Microsoft Alumni Network proudly unveils OPULIS, a book honoring 50 women whose leadership, innovation, and vision helped shape Microsoft’s evolution and who are now championing the democratization of computing and AI access for the next generation. Kate Maxwell of Indiana (and the 2024 TechPoint Trailblazer of the Year) has been honored as one of those 50 pioneering tech leaders featured in the book.

Launched under the #empowHER50 campaign, OPULIS will debut globally during Microsoft Giving Month in October 2025. The making of OPULIS is a legacy tribute and a powerful signal to every Microsoft woman, today and for the next 50 years: You belong. You have an impact. Your story matters.

Maxwell and the women featured in OPULIS were selected for their significance to the company's history and their ability to drive meaningful transformation within Microsoft and across the broader tech landscape. Their stories are preserved not only in print but also through purpose: net proceeds of book sales will fund Microsoft AI Certification Scholarships for women, helping underserved talent access the AI-powered economy and shape the future of technology.

OPULIS will be officially archived in the Microsoft Archives and Museum, serving as a timeless tribute to the women who helped shape the company’s journey and our collective future. This will preserve the stories of the women who helped shape the company’s culture, technology, and global influence.

Here's a sneak peek at what's ahead:

This fall, the OPULIS book will be archived in the Microsoft Archives and Museum, preserving the stories of these women for generations to come.

With every 10 #OPULIS copies sold, the “Books to Scholarships” model powers one #AI certification scholarship for women. The goal: ignite 1,000 new AI careers for women by 2030.

🌐 The #OPULIS Global Launch Tour kicks off in India this December! The campaign will celebrate all 50 honorees and work to further advance the mission of economic access and digital equity around the world.

✨ The campaign will include award ceremonies, book signings, connection opportunities, and thought leadership to amplify women's voices and fuel collective progress.

Preorder your copy today and help make a difference for women in tech around the world.
https://womenincloud.com/opulis/