Western Digital Welcomes Manuvir Das to Board of Directors

Manuvir Das brings an extensive background in enterprise AI, data infrastructure, and cloud computing to Western Digital. His previous leadership roles at notable tech giants such as NVIDIA, Dell EMC, and Microsoft underscore his expertise in these rapidly evolving fields. Since April 2025, Das has served as an Operating Partner in the Digital Infrastructure group at Stonepeak Partners LP, where he has been instrumental in driving advancements in digital infrastructure.

Marty Cole, chairman of WD, expressed enthusiasm about Das's appointment, stating, “Manuvir is a highly respected technology leader with a strong track record of driving innovation across some of the world’s leading AI, cloud, and enterprise infrastructure companies.” Cole emphasized that Das's experience in operationalizing AI at scale, alongside his profound understanding of data infrastructure and storage, will be crucial as WD continues its mission to enhance the infrastructure that supports AI technologies.

In his statement, Manuvir Das conveyed his excitement about joining Western Digital at a crucial time for the industry. “AI is reshaping the technology landscape and driving extraordinary growth in data creation and infrastructure investment,” he noted. Das highlighted that WD's storage infrastructure is fundamental to enabling AI at scale, and he looks forward to collaborating with the board and leadership team to support customers in building for the future.

Das's career is marked by significant achievements in the tech sector. Most recently, he served as the Head of Enterprise Computing at NVIDIA, where he was responsible for leading the company’s enterprise AI strategy and launching the NVIDIA AI Enterprise software suite. His contributions were pivotal in making AI more accessible and production-ready for enterprise customers globally.

Before his tenure at NVIDIA, Das led Dell EMC’s unstructured data storage business, overseeing the development of the scale-out Isilon NAS platform and the ECS Object platform. His foundational work at Microsoft, where he spent 14 years as an engineering leader, included significant contributions to the development of Microsoft Azure.

Das holds a master’s and doctoral degree in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Bombay. His academic credentials further bolster his capability to influence Western Digital's strategic direction.

With the addition of Manuvir Das, Western Digital’s board now consists of nine directors, with eight being independent and external members. This diverse board composition is expected to enhance the company’s governance and strategic oversight as it navigates the complexities of the evolving data economy.

Western Digital is at the forefront of innovation in storage solutions, partnering with leading hyperscalers, cloud service providers, and enterprises to deliver reliable and scalable storage infrastructure. The company is committed to enabling customers to store, protect, and utilize data with confidence, fostering a culture of innovation and execution.

As Western Digital continues to adapt to the dynamic landscape of AI and data storage, the addition of Manuvir Das to its board marks a significant step in reinforcing its leadership and vision for the future.