This presentation on Leadership is about one of the greatest Indian entrepreneur, who is also well known for his generosity. #MrAzimPremji

1. Leadership
– Rohan Mhetre

2. Quote
“Leadership is the self-confidence of
working with people smarter than
you.”
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- Azim Premji

3. The Entrepreneur
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Name Azim Hashim Premji
Born 24-July-1945
Education Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Stanford University
Occupation Founder Chairman of Wipro
Known as “Czar of the Indian IT Industry”
Achievements  20 most powerful men in the world by
Asiaweek magazine.
 Two times listed as the 100 most
influential people by Time magazine.
 The 500 Most Influential Muslims.
Social
Contribution
 In 2013, he agreed to give away at least
half of his wealth by signing the Giving
Pledge.
 Premji started with a $2.2 billion donation
to the Azim Premji Foundation, focused
on education in India.

4. The Journey of Wipro
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Vegetable Oil, Laundry Soap
Manufacturing
Bakery Fats, Toiletries, hair
care soaps, baby toiletries,
lighting products and
hydraulic cylinders
Information Technology
1945 - 1966
1980 – Present
1966 - 1980

5. Leadership Traits
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● Blended Leadership Approach (Transformational and Democratic).
● Clear Vision and Proper Planning
● Visionary And A True Patriot
● Never Compromises On Integrity

6. The Philanthropist
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● Endowment Fund owns 13.6% of the IT Czar’s shareholding in Wipro and has the
right to receive all money earned from promoter shares.
● Azim Premji Foundation is a not-for profit organization that has been working
since 2000 with the elementary education system in rural government schools.
● Foundation committed ₹1,000 crore for tackling the COVID-19 pandemic
outbreak along with ₹100 crore from Wipro and ₹25 crore from Wipro
Enterprises - a sum of ₹1,125 crore.

7. Continued…
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● The Foundation began by implementing various programs to improve
educational quality across the country.
● EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List:
He donated ₹7,904 crore in financial year 2019-20 which is a 17-fold jump from the
₹453 crore donated in FY19. Education is the primary cause for his donations.

8. Quote
“I strongly believe that those of us, who are privileged
to have wealth, should contribute significantly to try
and create a better world for the millions who are far
less privileged”
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- Azim Premji

9. Thanks!
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