Linda Yao
Vice President of AI Solutions & Services and COO at Lenovo
Linda Yao is the Vice President of Hybrid Cloud & AI Solutions at Lenovo, where she also served as COO of an $8 billion IT services business, fosters global partnerships, and engages with customers across 180 countries. Her passion for travel, learning, and cultural curiosity fuels her ability to navigate the fast-evolving tech landscape and drive business transformation on a global scale.
With over 15 years of experience across Fortune 500 companies like Boeing, IBM, and Lenovo, Linda has honed her skills as a corporate ninja (versatilist)—excelling in strategic planning, analytics, and leadership across multiple industries and international markets. She thrives on driving growth, fostering innovation, and leading high-performing teams toward impactful results.
With over 15 years of experience across Fortune 500 companies like Boeing, IBM, and Lenovo, Linda has honed her skills as a corporate ninja (versatilist)—excelling in strategic planning, analytics, and leadership across multiple industries and international markets. She thrives on driving growth, fostering innovation, and leading high-performing teams toward impactful results.
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