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Ana Maria Lopes appointed general director of Microsoft Portugal
Microsoft has announced the appointment of Ana Maria Lopes as the new general director for Portugal, effective September 2026.
Microsoft announced on Tuesday the appointment of Ana Maria Lopes as the new general director of the company in Portugal. Ana Maria Lopes succeeds Andrés Ortolá, who previously held the leadership position at Microsoft Portugal.
Lopes, described as a 'homegrown talent', will assume the role starting September 1, 2026. Prior to her appointment, she was responsible for the EMEA area of technological modernization at the same company.
According to available information, Ana Maria Lopes will report directly to Charles Calestroupat, who is the president of Microsoft for the region.
The appointment of Ana Maria Lopes marks a new phase for Microsoft in Portugal, ensuring continuity in the company's leadership, as Lopes is a long-time employee.
Microsoft's announcement regarding this appointment has been widely circulated within the business and tech community, indicating positive expectations for the company's future under the new leadership.