Intel Appoints Zoom Veteran Aparna Bawa to Lead Legal and Culture Reset

New leadership move signals a deeper push toward stronger ethics, compliance, and workplace transformation

Intel Corporation has brought in a seasoned technology leader to steer one of its most critical transformations. The company has appointed Aparna Bawa as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal and People Officer, placing her at the center of its global legal, ethics, compliance, and workplace culture strategy.

Bawa, who previously served as Chief Operating Officer at Zoom Video Communications, will officially step into the role in May and report directly to CEO Lip-Bu Tan. Her appointment comes at a crucial time as Intel works to rebuild its competitive edge while reshaping its internal culture.

Known for her strong leadership during Zoom’s rapid global expansion, Bawa brings deep experience in legal governance, compliance, and organizational change. Her role at Intel will go beyond traditional legal oversight, she will also lead efforts to build a high-performance, ethical, and people-first workplace.

“Aparna brings a rare combination of operational rigor and people-first leadership,” said Lip-Bu Tan, emphasizing the importance of strong legal and cultural foundations during times of transformation.

As highlighted by CIO Bulletin, this move reflects Intel’s growing focus on aligning legal integrity with business strategy. Bawa is expected to strengthen compliance frameworks while shaping leadership standards and talent strategies that support long-term growth.