Swapnil Sinha

Degree from Eccles: MBA, ’07

Current job title/position: Head of Growth and Transformation at Google, Inc.

What is your favorite memory of the David Eccles School of Business?

My favorite memory of the Eccles School is the long hours spent cracking case studies as a team and then presenting those in the class.

What impact has your education from the Eccles School had on your life?

I went back to school after a corporate stint of five years. It was a tough decision at that time to leave a well-earning job and family behind in India to be in the USA for an MBA. But that time at the Eccles School has been pivotal in transforming my career from being an 'IT consultant' to becoming a business leader.

How do you make an impact through your current work or other activities?

My current work requires me to prioritize my efforts for creating the largest impact possible. Our initiatives are focused on driving outsized business growth for our clients or enabling digital transformation for our partners. I also conduct meditation classes in the community.

If you could give one piece of advice to your student self, what would it be?

I have been inspired by this quote: "A leader thinks of himself as a perpetual student, and he learns from everybody, even a child." My advice would be to follow your passion, be flexible and open to new experiences, and stay grounded to your roots.

What person has had the biggest impact on you?

My aunt transformed the lives of many around her by propagating learnings from her own life. Hundreds of individuals and families went on to accomplish great things in their life and career after active mentorship from her.