Four NRI leaders named to Carnegie Great Immigrants Corporation of New York

Los Angeles/ July 07, 2026
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Four NRI have been named to the Carnegie Corporation of New York's prestigious Great Immigrants, Great Americans list for 2026, recognizing their outstanding contributions to American society and their respective fields.

• Nikesh Arora: Chairman and CEO of cybersecurity leader Palo Alto Networks
• Mahzarin Banaji: Renowned social psychologist and professor at Harvard University, celebrated for her pioneering work on implicit bias.
• Dr. Sanjiv Chopra: Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School.
• Reshma Kewalramani: President and CEO of Vertex Pharmaceuticals .

Each year, the Carnegie Corporation recognizes naturalized U.S. citizens whose achievements have enriched the nation through leadership, innovation, public service, science, education, business, healthcare, and the arts. The honor celebrates the vital role immigrants play in strengthening American society.

The inclusion of these four Indian-origin leaders highlights the growing impact of the NRI in shaping innovation, academia, healthcare, and public policy in the United States. Their achievements continue to inspire communities worldwide and underscore the enduring contributions of immigrants to American progress.