"You Cannot Become a CEO in America If You Are Not Indian": US Envoy Eric Garcetti
The narrative surrounding Indian professionals in the United States has taken a dramatic turn over the past decades, according to US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti. Once viewed as outsiders in the realm of American corporate leadership, Indian immigrants now headline some of the largest and most influential companies in the world. This shift is not merely anecdotal; it reflects deeper trends in global talent mobility, leadership diversity, and cross-cultural influence that are shaping today's corporate America. A Shift in Corporate America In a recent statement, Ambassador Garcetti humorously remarked, “The old joke was that you could not become a CEO in the US if you are Indian. Now, the joke is that you cannot become a CEO in America if you are not Indian, whether it is Google, Microsoft or Starbucks.” This light-hearted observation points to a significant and inspiring reality: Indian immigrants are no longer just participants in the US corporate environment; they are lead
