Nikhil Kolar is Vice President of Product and Engineering at Microsoft AI, driving Microsoft’s strategy to empower publishers build sustainable and durable futures in the human and agentic web. He leads initiatives that empower global publishers to thrive in an AI-first world through innovative monetization models, strategic partnerships, and cutting-edge marketplace solutions. His team focuses on building scalable infrastructure for content and commerce across emerging agentic surfaces, ensuring publishers can operate efficiently and sustainably in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Previously, Nikhil held senior leadership roles at Microsoft in product and engineering for MSN and Bing, where he delivered transformative growth, and at Amazon, where he scaled global video shopping experiences. His career also includes leadership at Oracle and Marchex, and consulting at Strategy&. Recognized for his ability to combine technical depth with strategic vision, Nikhil is a trusted leader in AI-driven monetization, publisher engagement, and digital ecosystem transformation.