Discover your own purpose. Focus on what success means to you, not on society's expectations.
She didn't pursue science or advanced mathematics in her higher education. She completed her MCA through Indira Gandhi National Open University while many around her questioned the decision, and entered the IT industry!
Recently, she spoke at IIT Delhi as a guest speaker, discussing emotional intelligence & sustainability in UX. Additionally, she delivered presentations at various AI and product summits.
That journey from a small-town student to a technology leader — is what defines Anu Sharma.
Coming from a commerce & arts background, Anu entered tech through sheer determination. After moving to Delhi, she was driven by her curiosity to learn and her aspiration to find her place in the IT field. She dedicated countless hours to the British and American Library and Delhi Public Library, teaching herself what formal education hadn't.
Ultimately, she qualified for an MCA, chose to believe in herself when few others did, and never looked back.
Over the next 17 years, she built a remarkable career. Starting as a .NET developer, she grew through multiple organizations, ultimately spending nine years at Dell Technologies. During her time there, she took on roles in engineering, product management, cloud computing, data science, and automation. Throughout her journey, she discovered her talent for connecting technology, people, and business outcomes.
During the COVID pandemic, she discovered a new passion for writing. She established herself as a freelance technical writer, publishing more than 25 blogs on Medium and completing over 40 technical assignments.
Her next chapter took her to Morgan Stanley, where she worked as a Senior Technical Program Manager in ESG and Sustainability Domains. In this role, she managed strategic programs and collaborated with major clients such as Bloomberg and BlackRock. However, in early 2025, a significant organizational restructuring changed her position, prompting her to transition into a new advanced role.
This challenge ultimately led her to KR Elixir, Inc. - IT Services & Solutions, where she now serves as the Technical Program Delivery Manager and Product Head. In this capacity, she is helping to develop an Agentic AI platform and leading a team of over 40 members.
Anu has developed a remarkable personal brand in addition to her corporate career. She has had the opportunity to speak at IIT Delhi twice. Anu places great importance on strong networking, learning from others, and sharing knowledge.
Her most important lesson is simple: discover your own purpose. Focus on what success means to you, not on society's expectations. Stay curious, continue learning, engage with others, and trust the process.
And for Anu, the story is far from over. Between the book she's writing, the PhD she's considering, and the leadership roles she's working toward, her next chapter is still being written.
Recently, she spoke at IIT Delhi as a guest speaker, discussing emotional intelligence & sustainability in UX. Additionally, she delivered presentations at various AI and product summits.
That journey from a small-town student to a technology leader — is what defines Anu Sharma.
Coming from a commerce & arts background, Anu entered tech through sheer determination. After moving to Delhi, she was driven by her curiosity to learn and her aspiration to find her place in the IT field. She dedicated countless hours to the British and American Library and Delhi Public Library, teaching herself what formal education hadn't.
Ultimately, she qualified for an MCA, chose to believe in herself when few others did, and never looked back.
Over the next 17 years, she built a remarkable career. Starting as a .NET developer, she grew through multiple organizations, ultimately spending nine years at Dell Technologies. During her time there, she took on roles in engineering, product management, cloud computing, data science, and automation. Throughout her journey, she discovered her talent for connecting technology, people, and business outcomes.
During the COVID pandemic, she discovered a new passion for writing. She established herself as a freelance technical writer, publishing more than 25 blogs on Medium and completing over 40 technical assignments.
Her next chapter took her to Morgan Stanley, where she worked as a Senior Technical Program Manager in ESG and Sustainability Domains. In this role, she managed strategic programs and collaborated with major clients such as Bloomberg and BlackRock. However, in early 2025, a significant organizational restructuring changed her position, prompting her to transition into a new advanced role.
This challenge ultimately led her to KR Elixir, Inc. - IT Services & Solutions, where she now serves as the Technical Program Delivery Manager and Product Head. In this capacity, she is helping to develop an Agentic AI platform and leading a team of over 40 members.
Anu has developed a remarkable personal brand in addition to her corporate career. She has had the opportunity to speak at IIT Delhi twice. Anu places great importance on strong networking, learning from others, and sharing knowledge.
Her most important lesson is simple: discover your own purpose. Focus on what success means to you, not on society's expectations. Stay curious, continue learning, engage with others, and trust the process.
And for Anu, the story is far from over. Between the book she's writing, the PhD she's considering, and the leadership roles she's working toward, her next chapter is still being written.
This story was told by Anu Sharma and published with their permission by the What's Your Story editorial team.
