The report also underscores the importance of addressing psychosocial risks, with 87% of participants marking it as a growing concern. Despite this, organizations are struggling to keep pace, with many only now beginning to develop strategies and policies to tackle these issues. The lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with the shift towards remote work, have further complicated the H&S landscape. Increased senior leadership engagement and a better understanding of the business benefits associated with robust H&S strategies are seen as crucial to navigating these challenges and ensuring the psychological well-being of employees.

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FTI Consulting's Global Co-Head of the People & Transformation practice, Shannon Stucky Pritchett, expressed excitement about Temple's appointment, highlighting her consistent focus on building partnerships and talent growth. Rachel Chesley, Head of Restructuring Communications at FTI Consulting, emphasized Temple's immediate impact on clients and partners, underscoring the firm's commitment to investing in talent. The Restructuring Communications team collaborates closely with FTI Consulting's Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment, offering specialized expertise in media relations, crisis management, and stakeholder research to support organizations navigating complex financial situations. FTI Consulting, a global business advisory firm with over 8,000 employees across 31 countries, generated $3.03 billion in revenues in fiscal year 2022.

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In 2023, the company’s services span five industries: energy, sustainability, and infrastructure; health; state and local government; financial services; and defense and national security, with business roughly split 60% public sector and 40% commercial. In that time period, the business has reached revenue of $3 billion, largely driven by its M&A activity.

“Each of the acquisitions brought new capabilities as part of our investment thesis but also somewhat changed the scale between commercial and public sector depending on their backlog in their business,” said John Saad, Partner and Segment Leader for defense and national security at Guidehouse, on the American Society of Military Comptrollers’ The Business of Defense podcast. “But it’s all part of our plan to be relatively equally weighted in commercial and public sector.”

Guidehouse’s strategy has prioritized sharing knowledge across its public sector and commercial clients as a key differentiator, taking advantage of its scale and experience to bring more deeply-informed advisory to its clients. The strategy has been effective due to the company’s experience in highly complex and sensitive federal work, especially in cybersecurity, operational management, and financial management, lending significant credibility to its interactions with commercial clients.

Its public sector clients benefit too, with the firm able to more easily apply commercial practices in government by bringing in stakeholders from commercial clients to share new perspectives with public sector clients. The firm’s emphasis on diversity in hiring is helping it drive innovation, attracting talent from different places with their own unique perspectives and mission focus.

Saad said that Guidehouse is seeking to deepen its skillsets across national security and defense, with additional M&A activity planned to reinforce the firm’s digital offerings in the sectors, supplementing its existing advisory capabilities. Its 2022 acquisition of Grant Thornton’s public sector practice serves as an example of its commitment to its federal and local government clients, with more to come as it fills in where it has needs.

According to research by McKinsey & Company, at least 30% of tasks in 60% of jobs could currently be automated, thus increasing efficiency. For example, cognitive data capture tools can extract data from unstructured documents faster and more accurately than humans can, reducing the need for manual data entry. Filling forms, expense management, and scheduling are all fairly tedious tasks that AI can save humans from having to endure. Communication and productivity tools that leverage AI, such as generative AI software ChatGPT, can streamline frequently repeated communications and optimize email marketing, improving ROI and leaving humans to focus on more creative efforts.

People perform better at their jobs when they’re set up for success, and freeing them from boring, repetitive tasks that don’t deliver a genuine sense of accomplishment seems like a no-brainer. More than three quarters of respondents to an Oracle survey said that AI-assisted work helped their mental health, with nearly a third reporting reduced stress. Businesses can reap these benefits by adding AI-capable tools to their tech stack, empowering their people to work on more important and complex endeavors.

Beyond day-to-day work, AI can also help with the bigger picture. Companies such as Johnson & Johnson are already using AI to assess employee skills and needs, helping identify and reduce skills gaps. Starbucks is using AI to help manage employee schedules, predict staffing needs, and assist with inventory and ordering as well as equipment maintenance.

While work will still be, well, work, it doesn’t have to be boring, unengaging, and unrewarding. Using AI to offload repetitive non-value-added tasks can help teams focus on what matters most to them and boost on-the-job engagement and performance. Far from a tool that will destroy jobs, AI will help enhance them, enriching the lives of workers everywhere.

The Silicon Valley-based Reveal blends AI and edge computing technologies to deliver intuitive, rapid intelligence via its Farsight software platform. Farsight provides actionable battlefield intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities to high-risk environments without the need for network connectivity and on timelines where seconds count. Its AI-powered insights and decision aids include real-time 2D mapping, near real-time 3D mapping, route planning, and line of sight analysis, enabling better, faster, and safer decisions and responses.

“Reveal has developed solutions that increase situational awareness and accelerate the decision cycle for dismounted warfighters. Their technology provides rapid, actionable intelligence at the squad and soldier levels while answering the government’s call for speeding the delivery of applied and tactical AI to the battlefield, said Joel Dillon, Booz Allen Senior Vice President of Digital Battlespace Special Missions. “It’s a gamechanger—and something I wish I had when I was in combat.”

Farsight’s intelligence-gathering capabilities leverage a small drone to perform reconnaissance and integrate with preloaded data on the locations of adversaries and friendlies, as well as other critical information that can be used to plan troop movements and calculate line of sight of threats. The technology works on a wide variety of devices, including smartphones and tablets.

The latest partnership with Reveal comes as the firm works to add additional capabilities to its Digital Battlespace platform, which supports the firm’s global defense clients by providing digital warfighting tools and networks. Booz Allen joins other investors in Reveal Technology such as 8VC and Defy Partners, The Defense Innovation Unit, Air Force Research Laboratory/AFWERX, and the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory.

The investment is part of Booz Allen’s tech scouting program, which seeks to grow promising companies in the digital battlespace, cybersecurity, AI, and machine learning sectors. To date, Booz Allen has made four investments and has spun out two businesses from its own organization in which it holds a minority equity partnership. Other large systems integrators such as Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems, and Northrop Grumman also employ tech scouting and investment programs, bringing niche technologies into major defense programs.

We honor Greg Portell, Lead Partner of Kearney’s Global Consumer Practice, for his broad thinking and philosophy of collaboration; Jill Standish, Senior Managing Director and Global Lead of Accenture’s Retail Industry Group, for her vision and thought leadership; and Bill Watts, Crowe LLP’s National Consumer Markets Leader, for his ability to manage change, navigate complexity, and unlock value to thrive in an ever-changing world.

We selected these industry leaders from a class of talented nominees, noting their keen insight, proven expertise, and reputation for excellence. Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of The Top 25 Consumer and Retail Consultants and Leaders of 2022.

1. Leon Pieters, Deloitte
Title: Global Consumer Industry Leader

Leon is the Global Consumer Industry Leader at Deloitte, covering retail, consumer products, automotive as well as travel and hospitability and representing $10.6 billion in global revenue. He is also the Global Sector Leader for Consumer Products, serving C-suite clients around the world, especially in the Food and Beverage and Apparel and Footwear business.

Pieters has more than 25 years of experience in complex business and digital transformation projects, supply chain optimization projects and revenue improvement initiatives for large multi-nationals in these sectors. He is leading multi-disciplinary teams across countries and regions, with a focus on “making it happen and making it stick.”

Pieters also serves as the Global ESG leader for Clients and Industries at Deloitte. He is passionate about sustainability, reducing carbon emissions, and supporting a resilient global supply chain. In this role, he helps senior executives at major companies accelerate initiatives to address climate change.

2. Greg Portell, Kearney
Title: Lead Partner, Global Consumer Practice

Greg Portell is a Partner and Global Lead in Kearney’s Consumer and Retail practice with more than 20 years of management consulting experience working with consumer-centric companies. He counsels on topics including rapid earnings expansion, activist investor engagement, digital transformation, growth, and organizational leadership.

Portell has a wide range of expertise within consumer industries and frequently provides commentary to top tier media publications. Using a consumer-first point of view, he has developed solutions for clients on how to address needs with meaningful benefits as well as published materials through the Kearney Consumer Institute, Kearney’s Inside the Mind podcast, and other legacy reports.

In addition to his work at Kearney, Portell sits on the advisory board for University of Tennessee’s Global Supply Chain Institute and has held speaking, moderator, and panelist positions at nationally-recognized consumer industry conferences. He received his Master of Business Administration from Washington University, Olin Business School, and his Bachelor’s degree in Economics and French from DePauw University.

3. Jill Standish, Accenture
Title: Senior Managing Director and Global Lead of Accenture’s Retail Industry Group

Jill Standish is the Senior Managing Director and Global Lead of Accenture’s Retail Industry Group. In this role, she is responsible for the overall vision, thought leadership, and strategy. Key elements of the role include defining the portfolio of clients, offerings, and strategic alliances with software providers, as well as the makeup of the talent to serve the retail industry globally.

Standish has more than 20 years of experience in sales, marketing, and consulting in retail. Prior to joining Accenture, she was Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Retail Business Unit at Oracle, responsible for the full P-and-L and go-to-market for the retail portfolio of solutions. Before that, Standish spent much of her career at IBM in various leadership positions. She was the Vice President and Global Leader for IBM’s Global Business Services retail consulting practice, responsible for its vision, strategy, and financial growth. She was also Vice President, Retail Store Solutions.

In 2017, Retail Leader named Standish as one of the industries “Women to Watch in Retail.” She was honored by Women’s Wear Daily as one of the 2017 Women Leaders in Business, and Consulting Magazine included her in its Top 25. Standish regularly publishes thought leadership in publications such as the Wall Street Journal, WWD, USA Today, Chain Store Age, and Forbes. Standish serves on the Board of Directors for the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA). She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Massachusetts, graduating summa cum laude.

4. Sajal Kohli, McKinsey
Title: Senior Partner, Global Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods Practices

As a Senior Partner with McKinsey & Company, Sajal Kohli leads the firm’s Global Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods Practices and works with retail and consumer-goods companies to guide commercial and operational transformations. Kohli has worked for McKinsey for more than 25 years. The oldest and largest of the "Big Three" management consultancies, and a trusted advisor to the world's leading businesses, governments, and institutions, the firm employs more than 30,000 professionals working in more than 130 cities worldwide.

Before joining the firm, Kohli was an executive for a retail and consumer goods company in Asia and Europe. He has provided keynote addresses at the APAS Show, Consumer Brands Association, The Food Marketing Institute, Google Retail Advisory Council, and National Retail Federation. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Commerce, Accounting, and Economics from the University of Delhi Sriram College of Commerce, a Master of Management from S. P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), and a Master of Business Management from the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management.

5. Bill Watts, Crowe LLP 
Title: National Consumer Markets Leader

Bill leads Crowe's firm-wide Consumer Markets group, covering audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services for the firm. He specializes in the market segments of consumer branded products, retail, packaged food, and beverages. He assists organizations with leading-edge expertise and insights to manage change, navigate complexity, and unlock value for thriving in an ever-changing world. Watts has spoken at several national and international conferences on consumer markets, as well as published articles and thought leadership papers.

He has worked with business of all sizes, from Fortune 500 to middle-market companies and private equity groups. Watts focuses his expertise in the areas of accounting and financial reporting, cybersecurity, merger and acquisitions, and business process outsourcing. He also leads Crowe's Consulting Accounting Advisory practice, and previously served as the firm’s Retail Leader and Partner in Charge of the National Internal Audit practice. Additionally, he has held leadership roles in enterprise risk management, corporate governance, and process optimization. Prior to Crowe, Watts held leadership positions in business risk services and retail at EY, Emerson Electric, and Deloitte.

6. Oliver Wright, Accenture
Title: Senior Managing Director, Global Lead of Accenture’s Consumer Goods & Services Industry Group

As Accenture’s global Consumer Goods and Services Industry group lead, Oliver Wright helps clients strategize, innovate, and increase agility for a new era of growth. With more than 20 years of experience in this sector (at Accenture, Bain and Company, Ernst and Young, and others), he sees enormous opportunity everywhere—for incumbents and new entrants. Wright is committed to progress and sustainable advancement in this sector.

He has co-authored key industry thought leadership for Accenture and contributed to industry discussion in numerous publications. Also, he has led the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Consumer Group for four years (2016 to 2020), addressing issues such as operating models of the future, the future of retail and, most recently, the role of consumer data in creating new models of responsible consumption.

7. Mirko Warschun, Kearney
Title: Senior Partner, Managing Director, and Consumer and Retail Business Lead, Europe

Dr. Mirko Warschun is a Senior Partner and Managing Director with KEARNEY, where he leads the Consumer and Retail Practice in Europe. In more than 25 years of global professional experience (consulting, M&A, VC/PE), Warschun has deep functional expertise in CEO advisory, strategy, growth, corporate governance, and large-scale transformation - with an increased emphasis on digital transformation. In this capacity, he is a trusted advisor to CEOs and boards of several major companies in the consumer goods and retail sector. He is actively facilitating change as a mentor, advisory board member, and investor in startups around the world.

Warschun has a passion for consumer industries and digital business models and is frequently interviewed on trends in major business journals and digital media. He is regularly featured as a speaker, panelist, and moderator at leading industry conferences and board meetings. In addition, he is a member of the Strategic Board of CEMS – The Global Alliance in Management Education.

Warschun holds a Master in International Management from CEMS for his studies at the Stockholm School of Economics, a Doctor of Philosophy in Management from the University of Oldenburg, and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Cologne. During his career, he attended a senior executive program at the London Business School.

8. Kostya Polyakov, KPMG Canada
Title: Partner and Canadian National Industry Leader, Consumer & Retail

Kostya Polyakov is KPMG Canada’s National Industry Leader for the Consumer and Retail practice. He has more than 20 years of experience advising businesses across Canada and the U.S., primarily those in the retail, hospitality, and restaurant sectors. Polyakov works with both public and private companies and focuses on advising boards, shareholders, and executives on key strategic business decisions, including go-public transactions, mergers and acquisitions, as well as corporate governance and other board-level issues.

Polyakov’s clients range in size from large, complex, mature multi-national organizations with more than $3B in revenue, to high-growth small and mid-sized private companies. Polyakov previously led the technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) practice for KPMG in the greater Vancouver area and has had significant experience outside of KPMG as an operations and sales leader for one of Canada’s top distribution and manufacturing companies. Polyakov’s blend of retail, technology, and operational experience has led to his advising some of Canada’s fastest growing and most recognizable retailers, as well as some of Canada’s largest and most established restaurant chains.

Polyakov was previously recognized by Business in Vancouver as a Top 40 Under 40 award recipient for his achievements both professionally as well as in the community, where he has held numerous Board of Directors positions serving a number of not-for-profit organizations. Polyakov currently serves on the Board of Directors of Vancouver’s iconic Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival.

9. Maki Kurosawa, Arthur D. Little
Title: Partner and Leader, Healthcare and Life Sciences and Consumer Goods Practices, Japan

Maki Kurosawa is a Partner at Arthur D. Little’s (ADL) Tokyo office, where she heads the Consumer Goods and Retail Practices and leads the Consumer Health Competence Center in Global Healthcare and Life Sciences Practice. ADL has been at the forefront of innovation since 1886. The company has extensive consulting experience within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Healthcare, and Life Sciences sector, supporting projects including strategy development and product development.

With more than 30 years of consulting experience, Kurosawa covers mid- and long-term corporate and growth strategy development, overseas business expansion, research and development, technology innovation, sustainability management, and commercial due diligence. She has extensive experience supporting leading Japanese and multinational companies in the fields of FMCG, nutraceutical ingredients, and consumer healthcare from B2B to B2C, helping clients to succeed in a changing business environment driven by disruptive technologies.

Kurosawa is a well-known expert and author on topics related to FOSHU and nutraceutical strategy development in the Japanese food and healthcare sector. She received a degree from Tohoku University in Japan, majoring in Biochemistry and Plant Biotechnology.

10. Kristina Rogers, Ernst & Young
Title: EY Global Consumer Leader

As a Global Consumer Leader for EY, Kristina Rogers is responsible for defining and implementing the firm’s strategy for consumer products companies and retailers. Among her roles, Rogers is also Chairwoman of the newly established EY Consumer Industries Global Executive Board. She ensures that EY’s global clients are well served across geographies, leading more than 30,000 professionals worldwide. Founded in 1989, EY is one of the largest professional services networks in the world, with 700-plus offices in more than 150 countries around the world. Among its accolades, the company has made Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For list every year for more than two decades.

Rogers has been a valuable member of the EY team since 2013, working as a Partner with various roles in the consumer products sector. Before joining the firm, she was a Corporate Advisory Board Member and Strategy Advisor for Medtronic. She was also a Partner and Executive Vice President for the MENA division of Monitor Deloitte, as well as a Partner and management team member for the Monitor Group (now Deloitte Strategy). She holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) from Queen’s University and a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School.

11. Frédéric Thomas-Dupuis, Oliver Wyman
Title: Partner and Head of Retail and Consumer Goods, North America

Frédéric Thomas-Dupuis is a Partner and Head of the Americas Retail and Consumer Goods Practice at Oliver Wyman, a global leader in management consulting and a business unit of Marsh McLennan. In his role, Thomas-Dupuis focuses on large-scale transformations and value creation, both of which are often supported by deploying advanced decision support tools and analytics. Additionally, he manages the firm’s Montreal offices. Founded in 1984, Oliver Wyman is a respected management consulting firm formed by former Booz Allen Hamilton partners Alex Oliver and Bill Wyman. The company employs more than 5,000 professionals, with offices in more than 70 cities across 30 countries.

Thomas-Dupuis joined Oliver Wyman in 2004, working as a Recruiting Partner for the firm’s Canada practice before becoming a Partner in the retail practice. In his career, he has led major transformations of retail companies in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and France. He is also fluent in French and English. He holds Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Engineering degrees from McGill University.

12. Gill Hide, Tata Consultancy
Title: Managing Partner, Global Consulting - Retail and CPG

For more than a decade, Gill Hide has been a trusted leadership member for Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and currently serves as the Managing Partner within the Consulting and Service Integration unit for Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG). Founded in 1968, TCS is an Indian multinational information technology (IT) services and consulting company headquartered in Mumbai, India, with nearly 500,000 employees worldwide. The firm is the second largest Indian company by market cap and is among the most valuable IT services brands worldwide.

During her tenure at TCS, Hide has worked as Managing Consultant and Head of Consulting for the retail/CPG vertical in the U.K. and Europe. Previously, she held management positions in the retail divisions of Charteris PLC and Conchango. Hide began her career with a 13-year tenure at Marks and Spencer, working in numerous leadership roles. She is a qualified Chartered Member of the Institute of Personnel and Development and is involved in supporting Diversity and Inclusion initiatives within TCS. She holds a Master of Business Administration from Kingston University London.

13. Rohan Sajdeh, Boston Consulting Group
Title: Managing Director & Senior Partner; Global Leader, Consumer Practice

Rohan Sajdeh is the Global Leader of the consumer practice for Boston Consulting Group (BCG), one of the “Big Three” American management consultancy firms. Founded in 1963, BCG is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. The company boasts a workforce of more than 22,000 professionals and experts worldwide, as well as annual revenue in excess of $8 billion. The firm is also renowned as a top workplace, ranking high on the Glassdoor Best Places to Work and Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For lists in multiple years.

Sajdeh has been a valued member of the team at BCG for more than 25 years, serving in leadership roles in consumer goods and as Global Co-leader for sports. He also founded the firm’s differentiated Demand Centric Growth approach. In addition to his decade-plus experience in sports consulting, he has also played professional-level cricket in England and Premier Division field hockey in Sydney. He holds degrees in Accounting and Finance from the University of Technology Sydney and International Relations from the University of Cambridge, and a Master of Business Administration from the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management.

14. François Faelli, Bain & Company
Title: Partner, Brussels, Global managing partner of ESG and Consumer Products

François Faelli is a Partner and the Global Managing Partner of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Consumer Products for Bain and Company. Founded in 1973, Bain is one of the “Big Three” American management consulting firms, advising Fortune 500 companies on issues such as private equity investments, mergers and acquisitions, corporate strategy, finance, operations, and market analysis. With nearly 18,000 employees in 63 offices in 38 countries around the world, Bain is regularly recognized as a top workplace by Glassdoor and Consulting Magazine, along with other accolades.

Based in the firm’s Brussels office, Faelli spearheads Bain’s push to create a more sustainable, equitable, and inclusive world for itself and its customers, and advises key consumer goods executives throughout Europe, Asia, North America, and Australia. He joined the firm in 1998 as an analyst, quickly graduating to management. He was named a Partner in 2008 and became Global Practice Leader of Consumer Products in 2018. He received a Master of Business Administration from Solvay Brussels School of Economics & Management.

15. Duncan Brewer, EY-Parthenon
Title: Partner, Consumer Products and Retail

With 20 years of industry experience, Duncan Brewer is a partner in the Retail and Consumer Products team for EY-Parthenon, the global strategy consulting arm of Ernst & Young. EY-Parthenon is one of the largest global strategy consulting organizations, with more than 7,700 professionals across 45 global offices. The firm provides business leadership clients with corporate, transaction, and turnaround strategies that are actionable and impactful and that help deliver long-term, sustainable value. In his role, Brewer is passionate about helping retailers and consumer packaged goods companies deliver growth through better decision-making.

Brewer joined EY-Parthenon in 2021, operating from the London offices. Previously, he enjoyed a 14-year tenure with Oliver Wyman, where he was a partner and a principal. He served as a member of the board of trustees with FoodCycle and a Research Analyst for the Royal United Service Institute. He began his career as an engineer with MBDA. He holds a Master of Engineering from the University of Cambridge.

16. Pedro Yip, Oliver Wyman
Title: Partner, Head of Retail and Consumer Goods, Greater China

Pedro Yip is the Head of Retail and Consumer Goods for the Greater China region for Oliver Wyman. He has consulting experience in retail (especially ecommerce and omni channel), consumer goods, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, advanced data analytics, supply chain, and store operations. Yip joined Oliver Wyman in 2015 as a Principal focused on retail and consumer goods and specialized in supply chain and online retail. In 2018, he was named Partner and has continued with the same focus, adding data analytics to his responsibilities.

Yip has worked extensively with retailers and consumer goods companies to help them solve problems with pricing and promotion, growth strategy, supply chain, and organization challenges. He is also an expert in applying machine learning in pricing and promotion optimization and in supporting a variety of organizations in their digital transformations. Prior to Oliver Wyman, Yip worked for BCG as a Consultant and then Project Leader. He also spent more than four years as a Strategic Marketing Manager and Head of Supply Chain at Ocado and two years as a Business Analyst at McKinsey. He received his Master of Engineering as well as his Bachelor’s in Electrical and Information Engineering from the University of Cambridge, and he spent a year at MIT studying Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.

17. Robert Holston, Ernst & Young
Title: EY Global Consumer Industries Consulting Leader

Robert Holston is the EY Global Consumer Industries Consulting Leader, advising Fortune 100 consumer-facing companies and pioneering consumer technology startups on using data and analytics to transform retail experiences and define new markets. His expert analysis and points of view on retail marketing and brand strategy have been featured in Brand Week, Fortune, AdAge, and The Financial Times. He is often invited to speak on topics related to application of consumer analytics and insights to drive business performance.

Before joining EY, Holston held executive and operating committee roles at leading data, analytics, and digital professional services firms such as Accenture as well as top-50 global consumer brands including The Coca-Cola Company. He has been a board member of the Marketing Sciences Institute and is a Founding Advisory Board Member of Columbia University’s Center for Pricing and Revenue Management. He currently serves on the Presidential Advisory Board for Drexel University. Holston earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Marketing from Drexel University and a Master of Business Administration in Marketing and Operating Science from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School.

18. Isabelle Allen, KPMG
Title: Global Head of Consumer & Retail; Partner, KPMG International

Isabelle Allen became Global Head of Consumer and Retail of professional services network KPMG at the beginning of the year. She drives global investments and strategy, the use of innovative technologies, disruptive entrants, and emerging consumer behaviors, working with more than 25,000 sector professionals as well as global alliance and ecosystem partners. Throughout her career, Allen has been involved in the consumer and retail sector, holding the Global Lead Partner role for a number of flagship clients in the sector.

Allen served as a member of KPMG’s Global Management Team as the Global Head of Clients and Markets. She has also been involved with and supported a number of organizations and initiatives focused on advancing diversity across the workplace. She received a Master of Business Administration from Emlyon Business School in France.

19. Wil Schoenmakers, PA Consulting
Title: Global Head of Consumer, Retail and Manufacturing

As the Global Head of Consumer, Retail, and Manufacturing, Wil Schoenmakers leads PA Consulting’s activities in consumer goods, retail, and manufacturing globally, partnering with many of the world’s largest organizations to identify, develop, and launch new solutions that create opportunity from complexity. He first came to the company as a Partner, collaborating with the world’s largest consumer product companies and retailers.

Prior to joining PA Consulting, Schoenmakers held various global management roles at Procter and Gamble during a nearly 12-year tenure, culminating in his appointment as Head of Global Device and Delivery System Innovation, Cost Savings, and Supply Chain Development. He studied Chemical Engineering at Technische Universiteit Delft.

20. Paul Martin, KPMG UK
Title: Chair Global Retail Steering Group and Head of Retail

Paul Martin is KPMG’s Head of Retail for its business in the U.K. He is an experienced international business professional with more than 15 years of experience in consulting, market research, and operational roles focusing on the retail sector. His main areas of experience are internationalization and digitally enabled customer-centric channel agnostic transformation programs.

Martin joined KPMG through its acquisition of Boxwood, where he co-led the consulting practice for the retail and consumer sector. He previously held the role of Managing Director at global retail analyst firm Planet Retail and worked for the Economist Intelligence Unit and T-Mobile Stores. He is a recognized thought-leader and disruptive thinker in addition to being a regular conference speaker, sharing his insightful views on the global retail market. Martin earned a Master of Arts in Modern European History and Foreign Affairs from the University of Augsburg.

21. Nishant Gupta, Tata Consultancy
Title: Partner- CPG & Retail, IMEA, Consulting

Nishant Gupta is a Partner in CPG and Retail, IMEA, and Consulting for Tata Consultancy. He is an experienced professional and entrepreneur passionate about building new businesses and growth strategies, operating models, and supply chains. His experience spans market entry strategy and go-to-market, key account management, sales and distribution, after-sales service, last mile logistics, efficiency improvements via Lean Six Sigma, and P&L management within sectors including Dairy, FMCG, Consumer Electronics, Outsourcing Services, and Consumer Internet.

Gupta came to Tata from KPMG India, where he was the Director of Consumer Markets handling growth and expansion feasibility, route to market, and cost optimizations. Over a long and diversified career, he managed to build his own startup—a farm-to-fridge dairy ecommerce business called Farmery—and has also gained professional experience with TCS, Nestle, Accenture Strategy, and Genpact. He received a PGDIM in Business Management from the National Institute of Industrial Engineering.

22. Amitabh Mudaliar, Infosys
Title: Vice President and Regional Head - Retail, CPG and Logistics

As the Vice President and Regional Head of the Infosys Retail, CPG, and Logistics practice in the Americas, Amitabh Mudaliar is responsible for improving and maintaining the company’s global supply chain competency. He first came to Infosys as an AVP and client partner, with leadership over client engagement and sales for a large portfolio of clients in the Americas.

Mudaliar preceded his Infosys career as a principal and director for Capgemini’s Retail, CPG, Supply Chain, and Merchandising SME, where he also served as a lead for large transformation programs. Prior to that, he worked in Accenture’s retail practice as a Senior Consulting Manager and also as a Senior Principal for Infosys, where he gained experience leading transformation programs for clients. He began his career with PwC as an SAP Sales and Distribution Consultant. Mudaliar received a Master of Business Administration from the Indian Institute of Management in Calcutta as well as a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Bharathiar University.

23. Stephen Hewett, Capgemini Invent
Title: Vice President - UK Head of Digital for Retail, Global CPR Leader in Retail Customer Transformation

As a Vice President and Customer Transformation Leader with Capgemini, Stephen Hewett leads Capgemini Invent’s thought leadership, asset, and offer development for retail customer experience, engagement, and loyalty. Drawing on more than 15 years of deep experience as a retail transformation leader, he helps customers develop new marketing, engagement, store format, ecommerce, and loyalty propositions. At Capgemini, he focuses on experimenting with and testing new services, experiences, and offers in order to develop strategic business cases and support clients as they shape and align operational structures on the transformation journey.

Hewett arrived at Capgemini following his tenure as a Digital Transformation Manager for Accenture, where he enhanced customer experiences and drove performance optimization in industries such as retail, financial services, government, and telecommunications. Before that, he was a Digital Marketing Consultant with High Position and worked in various operational retail roles for Somerfields and SPG Group. Hewett earned a Master of Science in Ecommerce Technology from the University of Essex.

24. Michael Endres, Capgemini
Title: Senior Sales Executive, Marketing and Commerce, Consumer Products & Retail

Michael Endres, a Senior Sales Executive in Marketing and Commerce for Capgemini, is a veteran digital marketing sales leader with more than 20 years of experience selling digital strategy, creative, and technology services. In his Capgemini role, Endres is responsible for selling digital marketing and commerce engagements in the Northeast U.S. and Canada.

In his previous position at Deloitte, he was the lead sales executive for Deloitte Digital's Salesforce Marketing Cloud and Commerce Cloud practices. Prior to that, as Vice President of Business Development for SapientRazorfish, Endres assembled and led a team of six quota-carrying sales professionals and five BD managers. In that time, he helped the Northeast region’s Team Acela more than double its business. Endres also spent time on the management team at NavigationArts (now EPAM), growing the firm into a leading regional user experience consultancy. Preceding that, he was a founder and partner at Siteworx, a software development firm, and before that, a founder and CEO of The New Media Group, a regional internet design company. Endres holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from George Washington University.

25. Niraj Singh, Cognizant
Title: Assistant Vice President, Retail and Consumer Goods

Niraj leads the India Business Consulting team for the Retail and Consumer Goods industry practice for Cognizant. Cognizant is one of the largest IT services firms in the world, known for its deep domain expertise and client centricity while delivering solutions that help modern businesses improve everyday life. Cognizant partners with some of the leading Retail and Consumer Goods organizations, including 24 of the Top 30 Retail and CPG companies in the world. Singh’s team drives key digital transformation engagements across the value chain for these clients, including in areas such as customer experience, revenue growth management, merchandising, store operations and supply chain.

Singh brings deep expertise in areas of logistics and fulfillment, which are becoming critical for retailers and CPG companies in today’s world of Q-Commerce and two-hour deliveries. He also served as the Venture Leader for Cognizant’s Control Tower venture, bringing together capabilities on analytics, automation, and process mining to drive customer service orientation in supply chain functions. He has also helped incubate centers of excellence such as RFID and Automation, working with technology partner teams to set up these capability units. With more than 20 years of experience, Singh has worked for leading clients in North America, Japan, Europe, and India. He completed his post-graduate degrees from the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow and his engineering degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.

These executives are breaking ground on some of the boldest expansion and transformation initiatives across the globe. For example, EY’s Chief Executive Officer and Global Chairman, Carmine Di Sibio, has expanded the firm’s operations to over 150 countries while growing revenue to a record-breaking $40 billion. Meanwhile, Iain Evans moved L.E.K. into the global spotlight with the launch of its first-of-its-kind Sustainability Centre of Excellence in London, a division that will produce insights into increasing sustainability and combating the effects of climate change. Many CEOs of the largest consulting firms have transitioned to offering a wide range of modernization services, including cloud migration, document and process management, cybersecurity, and application development, as well as other tech-based services. Building sizable and diversified offerings has helped these CEOs drive their firms towards new and exciting revenue opportunities.

This year’s awardees were nominated and selected based on their firm’s performance and organizational growth, their career track record and momentum, and their reputation among their peers and the broader consulting industry. Please join us in recognizing The Top 50 Consulting Firm CEOs of 2021.

1. Arvind Krishna, IBM
Title: Chief Executive Officer

As Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of IBM, Arvind Krishna leverages his extensive history of engineering and organizational leadership to continually steer the tech giant to new heights. Krishna has spearheaded IBM’s recent breakthroughs in markets including AI, blockchain, and quantum computing, guiding the company to the development of innovative products based on these and other technologies. Under Krishna’s leadership, IBM recently completed a $34 billion acquisition of Red Hat, further establishing its industry leadership in hybrid cloud application support.

Krishna began his tenure at IBM in 1990, working for nearly two decades in the Watson Research, Tivoli products, and database/warehouse products divisions. Through his work with IBM, Krishna earned numerous awards within the company for his achievements in LAN and RFID product development, and holds over a dozen patents on cutting-edge developments in this field. Krishna holds a Bachelor of Technology in electrical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, and a PhD in electrical and computer engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

2. Sam Balaji, Deloitte Consulting
Title: Global Consulting Leader

Sam Balaji is Global Consulting Leader at Deloitte Consulting, and is the current Vice Chair of the company’s U.S. Board of Directors. With over 30 years of experience in client management and global leadership roles, Balaji has steered Deloitte through its continued study of the current trends and challenges faced by some of the world’s largest multinational corporations. Before taking on his current leadership role, Balaji managed Deloitte’s highest-profile clients in the technology and media sectors, driving innovation and coordinating complex business transformations.

Before he joined Deloitte as a principal in 1996, Balaji served as practice leader at management firm CBSI (now CSC), distinguishing himself over his seven-year tenure with the company. Balaji has numerous publications to his name, penning industry and general-interest articles on risk management and building digital trust. Balaji earned a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering from Annamalai University as well as a Master of Science in computer science and automation from the Indian Institute of Science.

3. Christoph Schweizer, Boston Consulting Group
Title: Chief Executive Officer

In 2021, Christoph Schweizer was named Chief Executive Officer of Boston Consulting Group, chosen by nearly 1,500 of the company’s managing directors and partners. This top role is the culmination of Schweizer’s 24 years of excellence as managing director and senior partner at the firm, serving as chairman of its Central and Eastern Europe and Middle East regions. Under Schweizer’s leadership, BCG has stepped up its involvement in supporting critical social impact activities worldwide, with a particular focus on advancing vaccine rollout and enhancing organizational resilience in recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Among the accolades earned over his three decades of excellence in the industry, Schweizer was named a HERoes Advocate Executive Role Model by INvolve People for 2020 and 2021 in recognition of his work to advance gender equity. Schweizer earned a Master of Business Administration from The University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Business Administration and Management from the WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management.

4. Alex Liu, Kearney
Title: Managing Partner and Board Chairman

Liu has worn many hats over his quarter-century with management consulting institution Kearney, rising from region lead of its Communications, Media, and Technology practice
to his current position as Managing Partner and Chairman of the Board. Among Liu’s achievements with Kearney as of his second term as Chairman are his continued track record in delivering transformational business strategies and organizational improvement programs. Liu also serves as Kearney’s chief diversity officer, and his work in this field has been hailed by the Global Diversity List, the World Economic Forum, and CNBC.

Previous to his work with Kearney, Liu worked as partner at BCG for over a decade, and he began his career as a brand manager at Richardson-Vicks. A nationally recognized expert in management and logistics, Liu has published articles on topics including outsourcing and building joy in the workplace. Liu holds a Bachelor of Arts in economics from Yale and a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School.

5. Manny Maceda, Bain & Company
Title: Worldwide Managing Partner

Leading Bain & Company’s more than 50 offices around the world is Manny Maceda, Worldwide Managing Partner and member of the Board of Directors. In this capacity, Maceda has distinguished himself in leading Bain’s strategy and operations to deliver next-level management consulting. A seasoned executive, Maceda previously headed the company’s Asia-Pacific region and led its performance improvement practice. With a specialization in large corporate transformations, Maceda has directed Bain’s industry-standout consulting services for clients in sectors ranging from e-commerce to telecommunications to financial services.

Maceda began his career as a marketing development engineer at DuPont. In addition to his duties with Bain, Maceda has served for more than a decade as a board member of the North American advisory board of MIT’s Sloan School. Maceda earned a Bachelor of Science in engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology as well as a master’s degree in management from MIT’s Sloan School of Management.

6. Bob Sternfels, McKinsey & Company
Title: Global Managing Partner

Bob Sternfels was named Global Managing Partner of McKinsey & Company in 2021. Building on his more than 25 years of excellence in leading industry and functional practices with the company, Sternfels has accelerated McKinsey’s expansion into key areas such as analytics, transformation, and sustainability, helping launch the firm’s dedicated sustainability practice earlier this year. Sternfels has also been a champion of McKinsey’s efforts to boost diversity and equity in the workplace, diversifying its talent profiles while relentlessly pushing innovation.

A leader who has long been passionate about contributing his talents to improve business and society, Sternfels is a founding member and chair of the African Leadership Group, and holds a seat at organizations including the Business Roundtable, Fortune CEO Initiative, and Trilateral Commission. Sternfels has been invited to share his insights with the World Economic Forum and Bloomberg, among other leading organizations. Sternfels earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and history from Stanford University and a master’s degree in economics, politics, and philosophy from the University of Oxford.

7. Carmine Di Sibio, EY
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Global Chairman

As Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of professional services company EY, Carmine Di Sibio is responsible for steering his organization to new heights, leading its team of more than 310,000 employees to bring in $40 billion in revenue last year. He has made a name for himself as a driver of innovation, managing a $1 billion investment in new technology solutions, and expanding EY operations into new fields across 150 countries.

Di Sibio has worked with EY for more than two decades, leading its financial services and assurance and advisory divisions to deliver top-tier results for its clients. In addition to his work with EY, Di Sibio sits on the boards of the Foundation for Empowering Citizens with Autism and Family Promise, and is a member of Colgate University’s board of trustees. Di Sibio holds a Bachelor of Arts in chemistry from Colgate University and a Master of Business Administration from New York University’s Stern School of Business.

8. Robert Moritz, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Title: Global Chairman

Since 2016, Robert Moritz has sat at the helm of PricewaterhouseCoopers as the company’s Global Chairman. Leading a team of 295,000 employees in over 150 countries, Moritz has driven PwC to continue its boundary-breaking work in problem-solving for multinationals and startups alike. Under Mortiz’ leadership, PwC has further developed its worldwide professional services network, commencing an ambitious plan to expand its team by another 100,000 experts.

His time as the top executive of PwC has been marked by remarkable success, but Moritz’ track record of excellence with the company stretches back to the beginning of his career in 1985, having previously served as U.S. chairman and senior partner, assurance leader, and managing partner of the New York office and metro region. He is currently a member of the World Economic Forum’s International Business Council, and he sits on the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy. Moritz earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration from the State University of New York College at Oswego.

9. Aiman Ezzat, Capgemini
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Capgemini is led by Chief Executive Officer Aiman Ezzat, a remarkable leader who has been consistently honored by international organizations for his achievements in corporate leadership. Ezzat developed his reputation as a skilled executive over 17 years in a wide variety of roles with Capgemini, serving as both COO and CFO of the group before taking on his current position. Under his guidance, Capgemini has consistently broken one record after another in 2021, crossing the 300,000-employee threshold and posting best-ever profits despite a difficult climate.

Although Ezzat is best known for his storied history with Capgemini, he began his career in sales at IBM, then worked for Genpact Headstrong capital markets as managing director of international operations for four years. Ezzat holds a Master of Science in chemical engineering from CPE Lyon and a Master of Business Administration from the University of California, Los Angeles’ Anderson School of Management.

10. Paul Keary, Teneo
Title: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Teneo’s five global business segments, Paul Keary earned an excellent reputation as a masterful consultant on all matters operational and strategic. As the leader of a team of more than 1,200 in over 30 international offices, Keary has led Teneo to deliver next-level consulting to clients ranging from the Fortune 100 to major global financial institutions. He has pushed the consulting organization to new heights in disciplines including modern talent advisory, cyber risk, and restructuring.

Throughout his career, Keary has been honored as an insightful and innovative leader. A previous honoree of The Irish Echo’s Top 40 Under 40 award for the North American region, Keary has also been granted the PRCA Award for Consulting Excellence, and currently serves as the director of the U.S. Foundation Board for the National University of Ireland, Galway. He previously held leadership positions at FTI Consulting, Financial Dynamics, and Xerox.

11. Horacio Rozanski, Booz Allen Hamilton
Title: President and Chief Executive Officer

Booz Allen Hamilton is headed by President and Chief Executive Officer Horacio Rozanski, a three-decade veteran of the institution and a respected authority in the world of consulting. Building on his years as COO and chief personnel officer, Rozanski guides the firm’s efforts to bring improved strategy and operations to commercial clients the world over. Since taking command of the company in 2012, Rozanski has helped Booz Allen Hamilton expand aggressively into the defense and intelligence markets, netting major revenue growth for the company.

Rozanski balances his duties with Booz Allen Hamilton with a wide array of volunteer and philanthropic interests: in addition to serving as chairman of the board of directors for Children’s National Medical Center, he sits on the Business Roundtable, the Kennedy Center Corporate Fund Board, and the Holocaust Memorial Museum’s Committee on Conscience. Rozanski holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in statistics from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and a Master of Business Administration in finance and business strategy from the University of Chicago.

12. Julie Sweet, Accenture
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Accenture, Julie Sweet is responsible for leading the company’s 625,000-strong employee base to provide unparalleled expertise on all matters professional. Under Sweet’s leadership, Accenture has become recognized as an industry leader in applied technology matters ranging from cloud computing to digital security, working with clients in over 40 industries around the world. Accenture boasts the world’s largest network of advanced technology and intelligent operations centers, an advantage that Sweet has leveraged to great acclaim during her time chairing the company.

Sweet’s advances in her field have not gone unnoticed: an honoree of both Fortune’s Most Powerful Women in Business list and Forbes’ 100 Most Powerful Women in the World, she is a member of the World Economic Forum’s Board of Trustees and chair of Business Roundtable’s technology committee. Sweet is also a board member at the Marriott Foundation for People with Disabilities – Bridges from School to Work. Sweet earned a Bachelor of Arts from Claremont McKenna College and a Doctorate of Law from Columbia

13. Tony Alvarez II, Alvarez & Marsal (tie)
Title: Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer

Alvarez & Marsal’s Co-Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder Tony Alvarez II has helped the company grow over the last four decades into the world’s leading independent global professional services provider. With considerable personal expertise in corporate restructuring, Alvarez has led his firm’s recent expansion in European and Asian markets, and he also serves on the boards of the Cancer Research Institute and New York University’s Stern School of Business. Alvarez holds a bachelor’s degree in business from De La Salle University and a Master of Business Administration from New York University

13. Bryan Marsal, Alvarez & Marsal (tie)
Title: Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer

Sharing the helm of Alvarez & Marsal is Co-Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder Bryan Marsal, a specialist in delivering transformational advisory services to clients in 25 countries around the world. Marsal has personally advised numerous large-creditor clients in industries including financial services, retail, and communications, having previously worked as chief restructuring officer of HealthSouth and Arthur Andersen. He continues to work on the advisory board of his alma mater as well as serve on the board of Timex Corp. Marsal holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Michigan.

14. Sophie Ross, FTI Consulting
Title: Global Chief Executive Officer

As Global Chief Executive Officer of FTI Technology, the tech division of management consulting greats FTI Consulting, Sophie Ross is in charge of all matters technological for the company’s 29 global offices. Specializing in issues related to discovery and review, Ross leads her team to consistently deliver top-tier strategy and development consulting to clients around the world. Ross has distinguished herself many times over during her tenure at FTI, previously leading the company’s western region and founding the FTI Consulting Acuity Document Review business.

Ross made a name for herself as a savvy leader as COO of Strategic Discovery, a litigation discovery company later acquired by FTI. Her time at Strategic Discovery and FTI Technology combined is more than 14 years. She cut her teeth in an executive VP position at the software firm Freeborders. Among her many professional accolades are an FTI Founder Award and FTI’s Technology Sales and Marketing Innovator’s Award. Ross holds an engineering degree from Tel Aviv University and a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School.

15. Bill Thomas, KPMG
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Global Chairman

Bill Thomas is Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of KPMG International, having risen from leading the company’s Canadian division and chair of the Americas region. As the top executive of the British–Dutch multinational professional services network and Big Four accounting organization, Thomas is responsible for leading a team of more than 200,000 professionals around the world to consistently deliver top-of-field results.

A fervent advocate of diversity and equity issues, Thomas has frequently published writings on such topics as well as other management matters, and for his efforts in this field he was honored with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal and named a Catalyst Canada Honours Champion. A licensed chartered accountant, Thomas is a standing fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of British Columbia, and he serves on the International Integrated Reporting Council and Business Roundtable. Thomas earned a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from the University of British Columbia.

16. Shai Waisman, Kroll
Title: President

In September of this year, Shai Waisman was chosen to lead advisory firm Kroll as its new President, having previously headed the company’s Business Services division. In this role, Waisman guides Kroll’s business units with a particular focus on ensuring commercial and operational success in all matters of valuation, governance, and risk. Since his appointment as President, Waisman has helped steer Kroll through a strategic transformation in the direction of growth and inclusion.

Before joining Kroll, Waisman was CEO of the company’s subsidiary Prime Clerk, and spent 14 years at Weil, Gotshal, & Manges. An avid volunteer, Waisman has extensive experience contributing his time and expertise to organizations including the advisory board of Facing History and Ourselves, the Foundation for Education in Honduras, and the Cardozo School of Law, and he is co-chair of the New York lawyers team of UJA-Federation of New York. Waisman holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science and government from American University as well as a Juris Doctorate in law from Yeshiva University’s Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law.

17. Nick Studer, Oliver Wyman
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Nick Studer’s 24-year tenure at managing consulting great Oliver Wyman began a new chapter in 2021 with his appointment as Chief Executive Officer. Having previously served as a consultant and a partner at the firm, rising to head the company’s divisions in industrial and services practices and financial services, Studer dedicates his considerable experience to leading Oliver Wyman to inform the world’s top companies on matters related to governance, strategy, and policy.

Studer’s expertise in his field is widely recognized: he has served as an advisor to several senior policymakers, and he has authored pivotal studies to enhance the global competitiveness and sustainability of U.K. financial and industrial practices. A fierce advocate of diversity, Studer heads his company’s inclusion council and diversity group, and his work in this field earned him a spot on INvolve/EMpower’s Top 20 Advocates list. Studer earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Engineering in manufacturing engineering from the University of Cambridge.

18. Iain Evans, L.E.K.
Title: Co-Founder and Chairman Emeritus

Co-Founder and Chairman Emeritus of L.E.K. Consulting Iain Evans has driven his company to remarkable heights over his 38 years of stewardship. Providing informed decision-making for industry-leading organizations around the world, L.E.K. has grown under Evans’ leadership to employ over 1,600 professionals across multiple continents. In 2021, Evans oversaw the company’s continued expansion in Europe, which saw it open its fifth European office in Madrid. This year has also seen L.E.K. grab headlines with the launch of its first-of-its-kind Sustainability Centre of Excellence in London, a division dedicated to providing insights into increasing sustainability and combating the effects of climate change.

With personal specializations in mergers and acquisitions, and strategy for industries including media, financial services, and business services, Evans has built a global reputation as a corporate strategist and master of turnarounds. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Bristol University and a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School.

19. John Q. Doyle, Marsh
Title: President and Chief Executive Officer

Currently serving as President and Chief Executive Officer at Marsh, John Q. Doyle is responsible for the storied consulting firm’s brokerage and specialties, underwriting, and digital technology. Under Doyle’s leadership, Marsh has posted record revenue growth throughout 2021 compared to previous years, with international operations showing increases in excess of 10% on three continents. Marsh has also been seen leading the charge against the COVID-19 pandemic, working with Gavi to accelerate vaccine distribution around the world.

Before he joined Marsh, Doyle served in a variety of senior executive positions at AIG, heading the company’s property and casualty division. He also headed the National Union Fire Insurance Company and the American Home Insurance Company. A passionate supporter of education, Doyle is a trustee of the Inner-City Scholarship Fund, and serves on the board of the New York Police and Fire Widows’ and Children’s Benefit Fund. Doyle holds a degree from the University of Buffalo.

20. Nazzic Keene, SAIC
Title: Chief Executive Officer

With areas of specialization including executive development and IT services, SAIC’s Chief Executive Officer Nazzic Keene has continued to deliver next-level leadership to the system integration and IT engineering firm. The winner of multiple chief officer awards from WashingtonExec and The Washington Business Journal, Keene is hailed as a standout leader in her field. Through Keene’s unparalleled expertise as an executive, SAIC has grown to bring in annual pro forma revenues in excess of $7 billion.

Prior to joining up with SAIC, Keene distinguished herself over the better part of a decade as senior VP and general manager at Canadian IT services provider CGI, before which she held executive positions at American Management Systems and Electronic Data Systems. A lifelong volunteer and advocate, Keene has served on the boards of Capital Partners for Education, the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Keene holds Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees in management information systems from the University of Arizona.

21. James Goodnight, SAS Software
Title: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Top business analytics software firm SAS Software is headed by its Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer James Goodnight. By all metrics, Goodnight has steered SAS to remarkable achievements in development and corporate culture, recently being named the #1 Best Place to Work by Fortune. Goodnight has maintained his longtime practice of investing a quarter of SAS’ total revenue into research and development, pushing the company to continue to lead the field in innovation.

Goodnight’s 45 years of excellence at SAS have netted him a wealth of awards and honors, ranging from Stem Connector’s 100 CEO Leaders in STEM to Elon College’s Elon Medal for Entrepreneurial Leadership. A member of the Business Roundtable and the Business Council, Goodnight has authored numerous books and articles on effective leadership and entrepreneurship. Goodnight holds a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics, a master’s degree in experimental statistics, and a PhD in statistics from North Carolina State University.

22. Brad Jackson, Slalom
Title: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Brad Jackson is Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of consultancy firm Slalom. A multiple-time honoree of Glassdoor’s list of highest-rated CEOs, Jackson has been a fixture in his company when it comes to inspirational and people-first leadership, and he has steered Slalom to be recognized by Fortune and other publications as one of the world’s best places to work. Jackson made waves in the industry with the rapid expansion of Slalom, pushing the company past the $1 billion revenue mark in 2017 and more recently opening a Nashville office and a cutting-edge innovation hub called Slalom element lab212.

Although Jackson is best known in his current position at the head of Slalom, he first developed his reputation as a remarkable leader over four years at PricewaterhouseCoopers and several years as information technology manager for Robert Half International. Jackson holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting from Washington State University.

23. Rajesh Gopinathan, Tata Consultancy Services
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Managing Director of Tata Consultancy Services and its Chief Executive Officer since 2017, Rajesh Gopinathan has raised the global IT services firm to the top of its industry. Making the most of his decades as the company’s chief financial officer, among other roles, Gopinathan has helped TCS break one record after another, recently bringing its brand value into the USD 12.8 billion club and cementing its status as one of the most valuable companies in India.

In addition to delivering groundbreaking results year after year for TCS, Gopinathan has also attracted numerous accolades for his leadership, being named best CEO by Institutional Investor in 2018 and outstanding business leader of the year by CNBC. Gopinathan earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree in electrical and electronics engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, as well as a post-graduate diploma in management from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad.

24. Jim Costanzo, Nordic Consulting Partners
Title: Chief Executive Officer

As Chief Executive Officer of Nordic Consulting Partners, Jim Constanzo has demonstrated unmatched insight and guidance in driving the company’s top-quality health and technology consulting services. Constanzo’s extensive experience in healthcare and health insurance topics has greatly informed his work with Nordic in delivering premier health outcomes, including industry-leading Managed Health Care packages. Under Costanzo’s leadership, this year Nordic acquired S&P Consultants and won numerous awards for its inclusion and company culture.

A seasoned veteran of the industry, Costanzo has distinguished himself in executive roles in multiple high-powered consultancy firms, including a nine-year stint as a partner at EY, director of Deloitte, and VP at CapGemini. Costanzo started his career working in software with CBS Computers, Western Reserve Health Plan, and CSC Healthcare Systems, developing a deep understanding of healthcare management over the course of this work. Constanzo holds a Bachelor of Science in computer science from Mount Union College in Ohio.

25. John Haley, Willis Towers Watson
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Director

John Haley serves as Chief Executive Officer and Director of Willis Towers Watson, and his history of excellence with the company extends back to 1977. Haley led Willis Towers Watson through its public offering as well as three historic mergers, guiding the firm to increasingly dramatic success with his vision and deep knowledge of the actuarial and financial services fields.

Haley’s expertise in his field is extremely well established. The author of the most recent edition of the authoritative book on the subject, “Fundamentals of Private Pensions,” Haley is a current fellow of the Society of Actuaries and the Conference of Consulting Actuaries, and is a trustee emeritus of the Actuarial Foundation. He is also a member of the boards of directors for the New World Symphony and the Miami Cancer Institute. Haley holds a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics from Rutgers University.

26. Thierry Delaporte, Wipro
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

Thierry Delaporte is the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Wipro Limited, an international information technology, consulting, and business process services company that employs over 220,000 people all over the world. The company generated $8 billion in revenue in 2020 and was recognized as a ‘Gold’ employer by the India Workplace Equality Index 2021, based on its demonstrated instances of embedding LGBTQ+ inclusion in its policies, hiring practices, and external communication.

Delaporte brings nearly three decades of experience in the IT services industry to the company, having previously held a wide variety of leadership positions in Capgemini, where he served for over 25 years. As President and Co-Founder of the Life Project 4 Youth, Delaporte leads a global alliance of local organizations working to develop solutions for the social and professional integration of excluded youth living in extreme poverty. Delaporte holds a bachelor’s degree in economy and finance from Sciences Po Paris as well as a Master of Laws from the Sorbonne University.

27. Bradley Preber, Grant Thornton LLP
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Bradley Preber is the Chief Executive Officer of Grant Thornton LLP. The company is a leading international provider of audit, tax, and advisory services to businesses, non-profit organizations, and government bodies. Grant Thornton recently made headlines by announcing a substantial increase in its employee benefits package, offering flexible work arrangements along with a flexible time-off policy, expanded family benefits including enhanced parental leave, subsidized meal-delivery services, paid volunteer time, more flexible career development and learning opportunities, and meeting-free hours. The company is also well known for its Purple Paladins program, which recognizes and supports up-and-coming nonprofit organizations.

Before being appointed CEO, Preber previously served as interim CEO and chairman of the partnership board, as well as the national managing partner of Business Risk Services and the office managing partner of Grant Thornton’s Phoenix Practice, having served with the company for nearly 20 years. Preber has filled a variety of board seats in his community, including for the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, The Wellness Community of Central Arizona, and Navajo Ministries. Preber received his Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in accounting from the University of New Mexico, and is a certified public accountant in four states as well as a repeatedly published author.

28. Salil Parekh, Infosys
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

As Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Infosys, Salil Parekh is responsible for setting and evolving the direction of the $13 billion company. Infosys is widely known as a global leader in digital transformation and consulting services, with over 279,000 employees serving more than 1,700 clients in over 50 countries. The company was positioned as a Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for IT Services for Communications Service Providers in 2021, Worldwide.

Before joining Infosys, Parekh was a member of the Group Executive Board at Capgemini, holding several leadership positions over 25 years and leading the North America growth and turnaround strategy. He also served as a partner at Ernst & Young. Parekh received his Master of Engineering in computer science and mechanical engineering from Cornell University, and his Bachelor of Technology in aeronautical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay.

29. George Schindler, CGI
Title: President and Chief Executive Officer

George Schindler is the President and Chief Executive Officer of CGI, as well as a member of its Board of Directors. Among the largest information technology and business consulting services companies in the world, CGI provides insights and results to a wide variety of public and private sector organizations. Appointed to the position in 2016, Schindler has been instrumental in the company’s “Build and Buy” growth strategy, leading worldwide partnerships to deliver digital transformation services to its clients.

During his long tenure with the company, Schindler previously served as president and chief operating officer of global operations as well as president of the U.S. business and of CGI Federal. As an executive sponsor for CGI’s Dream Connections program, he leads the connection of the firm’s professionals with the needs of over 400 communities where they live and work. Schindler received his Bachelor of Science in computer science from Purdue University.

30. Brian Humphries, Cognizant
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Brian Humphries is the Chief Executive Officer of Cognizant, a firm that provides information technology consulting and business process outsourcing services for a variety of industries, including financial, health care, entertainment, manufacturing, and media. As CEO, Humphries leads the company’s client-first culture and is responsible for ensuring sustainable growth and long-term shareholder value. Cognizant was recently named as a leading provider of healthcare automation solutions by Everest Group in its Intelligent Automation in Healthcare - Solutions PEAK Matrix Assessment 2022.

Before joining Cognizant, Humphries served as CEO of Vodafone Business. Prior to that, he was president and chief operating officer of Dell Technologies’ Infrastructure Solutions Group as well as president of Global Enterprise Solutions and VP and general manager of EMEA Enterprise Solutions. Humphries had before this held a variety of senior roles at Hewlett-Packard for over a decade, and spent the early part of his career with Compaq and Digital Equipment Corporation. Humphries received his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Ulster, Northern Ireland.

31. Mark Baer, Crowe
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Mark Baer is the Chief Executive Officer of Crowe LLP, a position he assumed in April of this year. Crowe LLP provides public accounting, consulting, and technology services to public and private entities in more than 130 countries around the world, helping clients make data-driven decisions with its tax, advisory, and consulting services. The firm has been repeatedly recognized as one of the best places to work in the U.S. and was most recently named to the Great Place to Work - Best Workplaces for Parents list for the sixth consecutive year.

Baer has spent over two decades working with Crowe LLP, having previously served as CEO-elect as well as a partner serving public and private middle market companies. Before joining the firm, Baer served as a senior manager for PricewaterhouseCoopers. He has been on the boards of several local charitable groups, including the Salvation Army Central Ohio Area, Prevent Child Abuse Indiana, and Leadership South Bend/Mishawaka. Baer received his Bachelor of Science in accounting from Manchester University in North Manchester, Indiana.

32. Gregory J. Hayes, Raytheon Technologies
Title: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

As Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Gregory J. Hayes stands at the helm of an aerospace and defense company that employs over 180,000 people and generates $64 billion in annual sales. The company is one of the largest aerospace, intelligence services providers, and defense manufacturers in the world by revenue and researches, develops, and manufactures a variety of advanced products in that space. The company was recently named to Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2021 List for its efforts to incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion into its business practices.

Before joining Raytheon Technologies, Hayes held several senior leadership roles in corporate strategy, finance, and business development in his over 20 years with United Technologies Corporation, leading a number of successful acquisitions and ultimately leading the merger of UTC with Raytheon Company to form Raytheon Technologies. Hayes received his Bachelor of Science in economics from Purdue University.

33. Christopher Vincze, TRC Companies
Title: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Christopher Vincze is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of TRC Companies, a global consulting, engineering, and construction management firm. The company provides services to the power, infrastructure, and oil and gas markets in addition to tech-enabled, environmentally focused consulting services. Under Vincze’s leadership, the company has delivered consistent growth, profitability, and performance to its stakeholders.

Vincze has spent over 15 years leading the company’s turn-around, integration, and rebuilding efforts, having previously served as managing director/senior vice president for Marsh & Mclennan Companies, as well as president and chief operating officer for ATC Group Services. Active in the community, he serves on the board of trustees for Wellforce, Hallmark Health, the New England Council, and the American Enterprise Institute. Vincze received his Master of Public Health in epidemiology/biostatistics and environmental health from the Boston University School of Medicine, and a Bachelor of Arts in zoology/animal biology from Connecticut College.

34. Ignacio García Alves, Arthur D. Little
Title: Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

In his nearly 30 years with management consulting firm Arthur D. Little, Ignacio García Alves has worked his way from business analyst to Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Founded in 1886, Arthur D. Little is the world’s first management consulting firm, specializing in helping clients solve complex business issues and deliver sustainable results by leveraging deep expertise and innovation to improve the way they do business. Under Alves’ guidance, the firm has experienced strong growth by linking strategy, innovation, and transformation for technology-intensive and converging industries across the world, continuing its 135-year history of providing ground-breaking thought leadership.

Prior to joining the firm in 1992, Alves worked with consulting firm Accenture. In the 2020 edition of CEO Today’s Top CEOs In Management Consulting list, Alves was named as one of the industry’s top performers based in Europe. Alves received his Master of Science in electrical engineering from Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands, as well as a Master of Management from ESCP Europe in Oxford, Madrid, and Paris.

35. Joseph A. Tarantino, Protiviti
Title: President and Chief Executive Officer

Having served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Protiviti since 2007, Joseph A. Tarantino has been with the firm since its inception in 2002. Serving more than 60% of Fortune 1000 and 35% of Fortune Global 500 companies, the firm also works with growing businesses and public sector agencies to help them confidently address challenges and opportunities in technology, finance, business process, risk, compliance, and many other domains. The firm was recently named in Fortune Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For 2021 list.

Tarantino brings over 40 years of consulting experience to his role, having previously served as managing director of the company’s U.S. Northeast practice, as well as leading its global industry program. He has also spent over 15 years as a board member with Boys Hope Girls Hope NY, an organization dedicated to helping underrepresented youth become well-educated and career-ready. Tarantino received a Bachelor of Science in accounting from The Peter J. Tobin College of Business at St. John’s University.

36. Michael Robinson, Sungard Availability Services
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Michael Robinson is the Chief Executive Officer of Sungard Availability Services (Sungard AS), a company focused on helping businesses optimize their investments in people and technology by driving digital transformation, securing information technology infrastructure, and developing resilience. Under Robinson’s leadership, the company has grown significantly and was recently listed in the 2021 Gartner Market Guide for Disaster Recovery as a Service.

Prior to joining Sungard AS, Robinson served as CEO and Board Member of Broadview Networks Holdings, Inc, where he led the company’s successful acquisition and integration into Sungard AS. He also served as chief financial officer and executive vice president for US LEC Corp., raising substantial capital to fund the company’s strategic growth objectives, and has held senior roles at Alcatel, Windward International, and Siecor Corporation. Robinson was awarded his Master of Business Administration from Wake Forest University, and his Bachelor of Arts in business and economics from Emory & Henry College.

37. Bill Randag, DATAMARK, Inc.
Title: President

Business process outsourcing company DATAMARK is led by Bill Randag, the company’s President. The firm specializes in outsourcing back-office work, providing call center and business process outsourcing services to mail center management, data entry, document processing, and document management. As company president, Randag has guided the company’s expansion into a wide range of outsourced services, including digital mailroom management, document processing, and bilingual contact center services in Mexico, India, the Philippines, and the U.K. The firm employs nearly 2,800 staff worldwide.

Before being appointed President, Randag worked as vice president of Mexico operations and as a marketing manager. He was previously a pilot in the United States Air Force, where he served with distinction. Active in the communities served by DATAMARK, Randag acts as a mentor and leadership trainer to local members of the workforce. Randag received his Bachelor of Science in mathematics from Louisiana State University.

38. Dustin Hillis, Southwestern Consulting
Title: Chief Executive Officer

As Chief Executive Officer of Southwestern Family of Companies and Co-Founder and President of Southwest Consulting, Dustin Hillis has been instrumental in the firm’s growth and expansion. Southwestern Consulting, a division of Southwestern Family of Companies, is focused on providing sales and leadership consulting, keynote speaking, and personal empowerment that helps clients worldwide drive improved sales performance. Hillis has traveled the world to deliver keynote speeches and is a regular guest teacher at Vanderbilt University.

Hillis has worked for the Southwestern Family of Companies for nearly 20 years, previously serving as head of Southwestern Coaching as well as a student manager and co-organizational leader at Southwestern Advantage. Named to Nashville Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 list, he is a frequent guest on podcasts and has been featured in Entrepreneur and Fortune magazines in addition to the Dave Ramsey Show. Hillis received his degree in psychology from University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and his business degree from Southwest Baptist University.

39. Nikolay Kurayev, ScienceSoft
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Nikolay Kurayev is the Chief Executive Officer of ScienceSoft, a provider of information technology consulting and software development services. The company operates internationally, serving customers in North America, Europe and the U.K., and the Middle East. Kurayev has guided the company through two major transformations: the evolution from a software product company to a provider of software development services and the addition of IT consulting to its technical software development services. ScienceSoft was recently featured in three categories of the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP) Global Outsourcing 100 rating for Top Customer References, Top Awards & Certifications, and Top Programs for Corporate Social Responsibility.

Kurayev joined ScienceSoft as a Department Manager prior to his 20-year tenure as CEO. Since then, the company has seen an elevenfold increase in growth and expansion into new domains such as artificial intelligence, internet of things, data science, and augmented reality. He freely shares his knowledge and experience via ScienceSoft’s blog. Kurayev received his Master of Science in microelectronics from the Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics.

40. Bruce Douglas, EducationDynamics
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Bruce Douglas is the Chief Executive Officer of EducationDynamics, a consultancy firm that helps colleges and universities find and attract career-focused adult students. The company provides innovative marketing solutions and powerful data analytics services, and has partnered with over 500 educational institutions to increase enrollment. The company was acquired by Renovus Capital Partners in October, and is working to build on its already market-leading position with additional support and resources provided by Renovus.

Douglas brings over 20 years of management and marketing experience to his role, having previously served as the company’s President and co-head, as well as its Chief Marketing Officer. Before joining EducationDynamics, he was general manager of Vertrue and served in the Consumer Marketing Division of Time Inc. Douglas received his Master of Business Administration from Columbia Business School and a Bachelor of Arts in history from Brown University.

41. Christian O’Meara, Logic20/20
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Christian O’Meara co-founded Logic20/20 in 2005 with a goal to create simplicity in complex environments while building a great place to work. As Chief Executive Officer, he leads strategic business development efforts as well as recruitment of like-minded key personnel. The firm provides a variety of services, such as data analytics, Salesforce CRM consulting, data privacy compliance, digital marketing, and managed information technology. The firm has been named in Seattle Business magazine’s Washington’s Best Companies To Work For in 2021, marking the sixth consecutive year the company has been listed.

Before being appointed to CEO in 2012, O’Meara served as a company principal at Logic20/20, worked with Microsoft as a consultant, was technology recruitment manager for Robert Half International, and was a top-performing enterprise software sales manager for Quest Software and Cabletron Systems. As a board member of Leaders for Africa, he helps develop world-class local leaders to serve their communities. O’Meara received his Bachelor of Arts in business management from Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College and his associate’s degree in hospitality administration/management from Farnborough College of Technology.

42. Kevin Parikh, Avasant
Title: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Kevin Parikh is the Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and Senior Partner at Avasant, a management consulting services firm dedicated to translating the power of technology into realizable business strategies. The firm serves a wide array of public sector bodies and private sector industries, helping them embrace innovation and transform the way they do business. The firm was recently recognized by the Industry Association of Outsourcing Professionals in the category of Excellence In Strategic Partnerships for the second year in a row.

Prior to founding Avasant, Parikh worked as a VP and global sourcing leader for Gartner, with KPMG as a senior management, and was an attorney advisor to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. A published author and active philanthropist, Parikh dedicates his time to initiatives that support disadvantaged youth, women, and sustainable development. Parikh received his Juris Doctor in commercial agreements from American University Washington College of Law, and a Bachelor of Science in economics and political science from University of California, Davis.

43. Laura O’Toole, Santa Rosa Consulting
Title: President

Bringing more than 25 years of healthcare industry experience to her role as President of Santa Rosa Consulting, Laura O’Toole oversees all aspects of operations/human resources, talent management, and acquisition. The company assists clients in developing outcome-based solutions that address problems unique to healthcare providers. Offering services ranging from strategic consulting to EHR solutions to on-demand resourcing, the company leverages its deep expertise in healthcare solutions to ultimately improve patient experience and care.

Prior to joining Santa Rosa Consulting, O’Toole served as a consulting leader and partner of operations for Computer Sciences Corporation, as well as vice president of operations/global sourcing for First Consulting Group. Before her tenure at FSC, O’Toole served as an applications administrator and admissions manager for St. Mary’s Medical Center. A member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association and Health Information Management Systems Society, O’Tool received her Bachelor of Science in business from the University of Florida and is a Lean Sigma Expert.

44. Lauren G. Weiner, WWC Global
Title: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Lauren G. Weiner is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of WWC Global, a consulting firm focused on the overseas employment of veterans and military spouses, helping them overcome the bureaucratic challenges of working overseas. A former senior government civilian in the Office of Management and Budget in the Executive Office of the President, Weiner’s company has now surpassed $53 million in revenue and ranked in the top 65 of women-owned contracting agencies worldwide. The firm recently received the 2021 Department of Labor HIRE Vets Gold Award for its commitment to attracting, hiring, and retaining military veterans.

Before co-founding WWC Global, Weiner was a policy analyst for the Office of Management and Budget. She previously served as chairman of the board of Hiring Our Heroes, and is currently a member of the board of trustees for St. Joseph’s Hospitals and South Florida Baptist. Weiner earned her Doctorate of Philosophy from Dartmouth College and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan.

45. Michele Meyer, CSCI Consulting
Title: Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer

Michele Meyer serves as Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of CSCI Consulting, a woman-owned management, financial, and enterprise information technology consulting firm. The company specializes in bringing together experts in finance and IT to evaluate, propose, and implement transformative technological solutions. CSCI Consulting is built on a foundation of “people first” and has been recognized for its support of veteran and reservist employees. The firm was named Indiana WBE of the Year 2021 by the Great Lakes Women’s Business Conference. The award recognizes successful woman-owned businesses that offer exemplary customer service, conduct business with other women entrepreneurs, and show strong growth, stability, and innovation.

Before founding CSCI, Meyer worked as a senior consultant for Bearing Point and as an Order Entry Manager for the Trane Company. She is an active supporter of the All About Animals Rescue, a Georgia-based non-profit that operates a no-kill cat and dog rescue and placement shelter. Meyer earned a bachelor’s degree from Georgia Southern University.

46. Mike Rizzo, ClearView Healthcare Partners
Title: Managing Director

Mike Rizzo is a Managing Director and member of the executive leadership team at ClearView Healthcare Partners, a firm focused on helping life sciences leaders innovate, evaluate, and act on market opportunities. Rizzo is responsible for assisting client development of product and therapeutic area strategies and offers deep expertise in global pricing, reimbursement, and market access. The company announced in August that it was the recipient of investment from GHO Capital, a London-based leading specialist healthcare advisor.

Before being elevated to the role of Managing Director, Rizzo served as a company principal for over seven years. Prior to joining ClearView, he worked as a director of pricing, reimbursement, and market access for Leerink Swann Consulting and was the vice president of Double Helix Consulting US. Preceding those positions, he served as a practice executive with Campbell Alliance and a senior associate with Charles River Associates. Rizzo earned his Master of Business Administration from the College of William & Mary, a Master of Public Policy in pharmaceutical price regulation from Georgetown University, and a Bachelor of Science in biology from James Madison University.

47. Trent Beekman, ettain group
Title: Chief Executive Officer

As Chief Executive Officer of ettain group, Trent Beekman leads the company in delivering professional resourcing, project solutions, and management services in information technology, healthcare IT, and digital creative. The company was recently acquired by Experis and is now a part of ManpowerGroup, a world leader in IT professional resourcing and project-based staffing solutions. Beekman made headlines in early 2021 by being named to Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) Staffing 100 list, in recognition of his influence and accomplishments. In 2021, ettain group itself was awarded ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing Client and Talent Diamond Awards for the 10th consecutive year.

Prior to joining Experis, Beekman served as president of MODIS, spent 16 years serving in various leadership roles with The Adecco Group, was a senior vice president with Accounting Principals, and worked as a national executive director with Parker + Lynch. He received his Bachelor of Arts in finance from the University of Oklahoma Price College of Business.

48. Tom Finegan, Clarkston Consulting
Title: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Tom Finegan is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Clarkston Consulting, a consulting firm that assists its global customers in the life sciences, consumer products, and retail industries in solving problems and advancing their most complex global priorities. Under Finegan’s leadership, the firm has achieved industry-leading client satisfaction rates. Finegan himself is a published author and speaker, and was a finalist in EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year as well as a 40 Under 40 leader. He also serves on the board of directors for Momentum Learning, a talent transformation group focused on making tech jobs more easily accessible.

Finegan has served Clarkston Consulting for over 30 years, and during that time he has also been Chairman of the Board of Momentum Learning, the Chairman of FoodLogiQ, and the Chairman and CEO of Clarkston-Potomac Group. Additionally, he previously served as chairman for Rural Sourcing, Inc. Finnegan received his Bachelor of Arts in economics from The Johns Hopkins University.

49. Trent Kaufman, Cicero Group
Title: Chief Executive Officer

During the 15 years Trent Kaufman has led Cicero Group, the organization has expanded to serve clients in over 47 countries and in 14 languages, providing data-driven consulting strategies for the public, private, and social sectors. As its Chief Executive Officer, Kaufman is responsible for developing sophisticated systems that leverage performance data to maximize individual and team performance in a variety of organizations.

Before rising to the role of CEO, Kaufman served as Cicero Group’s president and chief operating officer, was a teaching and research fellow at Harvard University, a senior consultant with Buck Institute for Education and Education Resource Strategies, and a teacher, department chair, technology coordinator, coach, dean, and assistant principal at the Dublin Unified School District. Active in his community, he volunteers as a leader with the Boy Scouts of America and serves in advisory board roles for the Nike Innovation Fund, Strayer University, and High School Futures. Kaufman received his Doctorate in performance management and Master of Science in policy management from Harvard University; his Master of Science in organizational leadership from University of California, Berkeley; and a Bachelor of Science from Brigham Young University.

50. Andy Singh, Teqfocus Consulting
Title: Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Andy Singh is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Teqfocus Consulting, a global leader in building and integrating technologies to digitize customer experiences. The firm has grown from a small team to a company with a wide international reach, focused on optimizing customer experiences and empowering clients to develop the kind of continuous change needed to remain at the forefront of customer attention. The company was recently recognized as an AWS Advanced Consulting Partner with Amazon.

Before being tapped as CEO, Singh worked as the company’s director of sales and delivery head, previously working as a technology partner and investor for Core Learning Exchange as well as a business development manager for Tally Solutions Pvt Ltd. He actively serves as a mentor to tech startups and up-and-coming business leaders. Singh received his Master of Business Administration from Christ University, Bangalore, and a Bachelor of Engineering from Priyadarshini Engineering College.

Notably, many of this year’s awardees have spent decades honing their craft while taking on more responsibility as leaders and executives with their organizations and beyond. Some have also dedicated their time to impactful causes such as McKinsey’s Jack Henry, who is an active leader in many Chicago civic enterprises, Trinity Life Science’s Herman Sanchez, who has been a longtime supporter of Peace First, which empowers young people to change the world around them, and CapGemini’s Olivier Zitoun, who launched Covid19 API, a pro-bono grassroots project meant to ease COVID-19 data sharing. These awardees comprise the cohort in healthcare consulting that defines excellence.

Please join us in recognizing the accomplishments of The Top 50 Healthcare Consultants of 2021.

1. Brian Williams
Company: Cognizant
Title: Global Life Sciences Consulting Leader

Brian Williams is the Global Life Sciences Consulting Leader for Cognizant, one of the world’s leading professional services companies. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Cognizant’s digital engineering and human-centered design capabilities are helping the world’s leading life sciences companies deliver on the potential of improved care for more people at lower cost.

Williams is a seasoned executive with more than three decades of leadership experience. He leads Cognizant’s Life Sciences consulting team and is the Strategy Leader for Cognizant’s Life Sciences business. As global consulting leader, Williams is responsible for managing and leading teams in North America, U.K./Europe, and Asia that provide management consulting services to the global biopharmaceutical and medical device/diagnostics industries. He also serves as Chief Digital Officer of the Life Sciences practice.

Prior to joining Cognizant, Williams spent nearly a decade with PwC/Strategy& where he was a founding member of its “New Entrants” practice that identified and defined the transformation in care access and delivery enabled by ubiquitous technology and torrents of clinical and commercial data. He also served as a regional venture partner with Hopewell Ventures, as well as filling several other leadership roles in life sciences and pharmaceutical companies. He holds a BA in history from Indiana University Bloomington.

2. Brad Michel
Company: Accenture
Title: Managing Director and Accenture's Life Sciences Industry Lead for North America

Brad Michel is the Industry Lead of the North American Life Sciences practice at Accenture, a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, and security. Accenture combines unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries to deliver strategy and consulting, interactive, technology, and operations services. Michel has held several leadership roles in the company’s Life Sciences R&D practice, including as the lead of such verticals as research, clinical development, pharmacovigilance, regulatory, and patient services. He began his career with Accenture in 2000 as a life sciences management and technology consulting practitioner.

Michel boasts years of experience leading large client relationships with Top 10 pharmaceutical companies, with a focus on driving transformation through innovation, operational efficiency, and cost savings. In addition, he has significant global experience and a broad background in business advisory and management consulting, IT strategy and delivery, digital transformation, and outsourcing operations across the Life Sciences value chain. He holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Villanova University.

3. Ajay Royyuru
Company: IBM Consulting Life Sciences
Title: Vice President, Healthcare & Life Sciences Research

Ajay Royyuru is Vice President of Healthcare & Life Sciences Research for IBM, a multinational technology and services company. The IBM Healthcare & Life Sciences Research division is headquartered in the Thomas J. Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights, New York. IBM’s scientists and other professionals are creating software and AI systems that can convert reams of health data into usable information for clinicians the world over. Royyuru leads Healthcare & Life Sciences research at IBM and his team is actively pursuing high-quality science, developing novel technologies, and achieving translational insights across this industry, including areas of cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic, neurological and mental health, and immunological and infectious diseases.

After his undergraduate and master’s education in human biology and biophysics from All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, Royyuru obtained his Ph. D. in molecular biology from Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai. He had postdoctoral training at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, and a brief stint in scientific software development before joining IBM Research. His work has featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, BBC, Forbes, Scientific American, Nature Medicine, and Nature news articles.

4. Amanda Adler
Company: Bain & Company Healthcare
Title: Partner

Amanda Adler is a Partner at Bain & Company, an American management consultancy headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Considered among the "Big Three" management consultancies, Bain & Company helps the world’s most ambitious changemakers define the future. Bain works with healthcare companies to fuel innovation, reduce the cost and complexity of operating systems, and drive value in today’s evolving market, with expertise across pharmaceuticals, medical technology, healthcare payers, and delivery systems.

In her role as Partner, Adler is a cross-sector healthcare expert focused on customer experience and holistic performance improvement. She is also Head of Bain’s New York office's Social Impact program. Since joining the firm in 2006, she has developed expertise across a range of healthcare sectors, including medtech, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, payers, and providers. Recently, she has focused on driving business strategy, customer experience, operating models, and complexity reduction. She has also led an array of diligences for healthcare private equity clients. She holds a BS in finance from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

5. Dr. Ulrica Sehlstedt
Company: Arthur D. Little
Title: Managing Partner

Dr. Ulrica Sehlstedt is a Managing Partner in Arthur D. Little’s Stockholm office and Global Practice Leader for Healthcare and Life Sciences. ADL has been at the forefront of innovation since 1886. The company has extensive consulting experience within the healthcare and life sciences sector, covering projects across the value chain of healthcare. Since joining ADL in 2007, Sehlstedt has worked extensively for clients across the healthcare and life sciences ecosystem, helping them to succeed in a changing business environment driven by scientific advancements, disruptive technologies, and industry convergence. Her experience includes growth strategy development, opportunity assessment, R&D effectiveness, operational & commercial due diligence, change management, and program management.

She has worked with global industry players (pharma, biotech, and medtech companies), healthcare providers (public and private), and investors. Before joining ADL, Ulrica was the CEO of a molecular diagnostics startup. She has also been a member of the Swedish Research Council’s Scientific Council for Medicine for six years and served as a member of the 2007 and 2016 national expert panels in Life Science Technologies for Future Research Leaders, a program launched by the Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research. She holds an MSc in chemical engineering from the Chalmers University of Technology and a PhD in biophysics from Stockholm University.

6. Kevin Locke
Company: DHG Healthcare
Title: Managing Principal

Kevin Locke is the Managing Principal of DHG Healthcare, the national healthcare practice of Dixon Hughes Goodman (DHG). A sought-after industry strategist, management consultant, and expert facilitator, Kevin works with healthcare providers, payers, patients, employers, leaders, and Boards to advance their journey toward improved access, quality, and value across the healthcare ecosystem. In addition to his consulting activities, Kevin has leadership responsibility across all aspects of the firm’s healthcare industry practice – audit, tax, and consulting.

With nearly three decades of experience in patient dynamics, hospital challenges, physician issues, and purchaser pressures shaping healthcare delivery and payment today, Kevin plays an integral role in advancing DHG Healthcare’s industry perspectives and Risk Capability framework. Utilizing this experience and perspective, Kevin played a central role in developing DHG’s accelerated strategic planning approach that empowers organizations to envision, strategize, and execute transformational initiatives - PATHWAYS.

Before joining DHG, Kevin co-founded a healthcare strategy consultancy, serving a national base of hospitals and physician practices. He also served as a senior executive of a national healthcare operations and finance company focused on outpatient services. In addition, Kevin started his professional career as a management consultant at a Big Four consultancy, focusing on organizational development and change management.

7. Michael Wise
Company: Kearney Health
Title: Partner, Americas Health Practice Leader

Michael Wise is a Partner and the Americas Health Practice Leader at Kearney, an American management consulting firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1929, Kearney is one of the oldest management consulting firms in the U.S. Kearney Health consultants partner with global health care leaders to address the disruptive forces impacting healthcare, including system sustainability, digitally driven innovation, patient-centered care, the rise of precision medicine, wellness, and prevention. In his leadership role, Wise advises clients in the healthcare, biopharmaceutical, retail pharmacy, and healthcare distribution sectors on commercial and operational strategy, supply chain (planning, procurement, manufacturing distribution), and M&A.

Wise is also Kearney's Lead for Sustainability in the Americas, and the Lead Partner for the Boston office. He has fifteen years of consulting experience, spanning strategic and operational engagements with a focus on healthcare and consumer industries. Before joining the firm, he held leadership roles with Zeneca Pharmaceuticals and Gen3 Partners. He earned a Master of Management from Northwestern University's Kellogg Graduate School of Management and a BS in biology from the University of Notre Dame.

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8. Kunle Elebute
Company: KPMG Life Sciences
Title: Senior Partner

Kunle Elebute is the Senior Partner for KPMG in Nigeria and the Chairman of KPMG Africa. KPMG is a multinational professional services network, and one of the “Big Four” accounting organizations. The firm’s Life Sciences practice is dedicated to assisting businesses of all sizes, from biotechnology startups to large multinational pharmaceutical companies. Elebute boasts over 37 years of professional experience advising clients across the public/private sectors in Nigeria, West, and Sub-Saharan Africa, with in-depth expertise in corporate governance, infrastructure, governance, and healthcare.

Prior to assuming the role of senior partner, he served as head of various sectors, including the Financial Services Industry (FSI) and more recently Infrastructure, Government and Healthcare (IGH).

Elebute qualified as a chartered accountant in 1986 and has led various strategic and transformational projects for local & global clients. He was admitted as a partner in 1996 and over the years led the Financial Services Audit Practice and Financial Advisory Services in addition to being head of Advisory Services with responsibility for Deal Advisory, Management Consulting, Risk Consulting, and Information Technology Advisory. He holds a BA in economics from the University of Manchester, U.K.

9. Jake Henry
Company: McKinsey Life Sciences
Title: Senior Principal, Global Co-Lead of Pharmaceuticals & Medical Products

Jake Henry is a Senior Principal and Global Co-Lead of the Pharmaceuticals & Medical Products practice at McKinsey & Co., a “Big Three” managerial consulting firm. McKinsey Life Sciences is a leading consultancy for pharmaceutical and medical product companies, working across strategy, R&D, operations, and commercial topics. The practice boasts 1,700 consultants with significant healthcare experience, including more than 150 physicians and 250 consultants with advanced degrees in life sciences. Henry co-leads McKinsey’s Life Sciences Practice in North America and globally. For more than 15 years, he has guided pharmaceutical and medical technology company executives on matters of corporate strategy, growth strategy, and operational excellence.

Henry is also one of the firm’s longest-standing advisors to the medical products industry and has helped many of the world’s leading providers of medical devices navigate the rapidly changing value chain. He is an active leader in many Chicago civic enterprises. He serves on the boards of both the Civic Consulting Alliance and Choose Chicago, an organization promoting tourism for the city. He is also an active volunteer for the Chicago chapter of Pets Are Worth Saving (PAWS). He holds a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from Duke University.

10. Ashwin Gopalakrishnan
Company: TheMathCompany
Title: Senior Partner

Ashwin Gopalakrishnan is a Senior Partner at TheMathCompany, a global analytics
consulting firm. TheMathCompany was founded in 2016 with the vision of empowering people across industries with augmented decision intelligence at speed and solving complex business problems to create simple, scalable, and human-centric solutions. Headquartered in Chicago, Dublin, and Bangalore, the organization has been named one of the fastest-growing AI/ML firms in APAC, with engagements spanning over 45 Fortune 500 and equivalent firms and more than 15 cities globally. Gopalakrishnan heads customer success initiatives for a portfolio of clients as well as the firm’s healthcare practice. In his dual roles, Gopalakrishnan leads strategic direction for the firm’s growing healthcare practice by developing custom analytics solutions and AI/ML products across the healthcare value chain.

With over 12 years of pharma and healthcare consulting experience, his areas of specialization include strategic marketing, product management, and operations. In leading enterprise initiatives and building critical capabilities for AbbVie, Ashwin was an integral part of the commercial organization. He has worked across patient experience, marketing, and sales functions while also collaborating extensively with finance, operations, R&D, legal, and HR divisions. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from RV College of Engineering, Bangalore.

11. Martin McGahan
Company: Alvarez & Marsal Healthcare
Title: Managing Director

Martin McGahan is a Managing Director and Co-Head of the Healthcare Industry Group at Alvarez & Marsal (A&M), a New York-based global professional services firm. Founded in 1983, A&M provides advisory, business performance improvement, and turnaround management services, and has notably worked on high-profile cases with Lehman Brothers and HealthSouth. With more than 15 years of healthcare experience, McGahan works with healthcare organizations to drive operational and financial performance improvement. His expertise in corporate finance, restructuring, and the raising of capital (including public and private sources of both debt and equity) enables his clients to strategically re-engineer balance sheets for long-term stability and growth. He also advises several companies in the healthcare services, pharmaceutical, biotechnology industries.

Currently, McGahan serves as a restructuring adviser to several major providers of home healthcare, assisted living facilities, and senior housing. He is also advising a clinical research organization on operational restructuring and capitalization alternatives. Recently, he served as chief restructuring officer of Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers, a $1.5 billion health system in New York City. He holds a BA from Villanova University and an MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.

12. Greg Reh
Company: Deloitte Consulting Life Sciences
Title: Global Life Sciences Sector Leader

Greg Reh is the Global Life Sciences Sector Leader for Deloitte, the largest professional services network in the world. Deloitte provides audit, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax, and legal services for over 300,000 professionals globally. As of 2020, Deloitte is the 3rd-largest privately owned company in the United States according to Forbes. In 2021, the network earned a record $50.2 billion in aggregate revenues. In his role, Reh advises the life sciences and healthcare clients and practice leaders within Deloitte’s global network, including pharmaceutical, biotech, medtech, payer, provider, and government clients. He also leads Deloitte’s relationship with one of the world’s largest healthcare companies. Prior to his current roles, Reh served as the U.S. life sciences sector leader and the global life sciences sector leader for the firm.

Reh’s experience over the last 27 years includes working with multinational pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and chemical manufacturing organizations, where he led consulting engagements in support of regulatory, clinical, commercial, and manufacturing operations. His engagements focused on technology strategy and solution development; business technology enabled transformation and the management of change. He began his career with roles at BearingPoint, KPMG, and the Naval Air Development Center. He holds an MS from the University of Pennsylvania, and a BSME from Drexel University.

13. Vicky Levy
Company: Deloitte/Monitor Deloitte Life Sciences
Title: Global Life Sciences Leader

Vicky Levy is the Global Life Sciences Leader for Deloitte, the largest professional services network in the world. Monitor Deloitte is the multinational business strategy consulting arm of the firm, formed with the acquisition of Monitor Group. Levy leads the Global Life Sciences sector, where she ensures leaders around the world can bring the best of Deloitte to bear in the life sciences sector; she also guides and advises Deloitte Life Sciences leaders across its global network. She brings over 25 years of experience to her role, in which she advises executives across a range of topics, including executive transitions, transformation, culture and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Prior to joining Deloitte, she was a senior partner and principal with Monitor Group, which she joined in 1998. Previously, she was a brand management associate with Proctor & Gamble and an investment banking analyst at Lehman Brothers. She holds a BA in history and economics from Amherst College and an MBA from The Tuck College of Business at Dartmouth College.

14. Eric Hillenbrand
Company: AlixPartners
Title: Managing Director

Eric Hillenbrand is a Managing Director at AlixPartners, an American consulting firm best known for its work in the turnaround space. For more than 40 years, AlixPartners has helped businesses around the world respond quickly and decisively to their most critical challenges–circumstances as diverse as urgent performance improvement, accelerated transformation, complex restructuring, and risk mitigation. As a managing director, Hillenbrand serves as Co-Leader of AlixPartners' Americas Business Unit, and member of the leadership team for AlixPartners' Americas management consulting business responsible for strategic, financial, and resource management. He is also a Co-Leader of the Life Sciences industries practice.

Hillenbrand has been a member of AlixPartners’ leadership for nearly two decades. Previously, he served as vice president for several companies, including DuPont, Fluor Corporation, and AT Kearney, Inc. He also served as a senior manager at Ernst & Young. He holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Princeton and a Master of Science in environmental engineering from George Washington University.

15. Jens Raschke
Company: BearingPoint Life Sciences
Title: Global Leader Chemicals, Life Sciences & Resources

Jens Raschke is the Global Leader of Chemicals, Life Sciences & Resources for BearingPoint, a multinational management and technology consulting firm headquartered in Amsterdam. BearingPoint hasEuropean roots and a global reach. The company helps the life sciences sector meet challenges and capture new opportunities through initiatives like digital transformation, managed IT services, and supply chain efficiency improvement. During his career with BearingPoint, Raschke has overseen the operations and strategy of the life sciences and energy sectors, including oil & gas. He has initiated transformation programs to optimize organizations and structures, successfully realizing performance programs and cost optimization programs.

Raschke has been a member of the BearingPoint family since 1995, becoming an expert in all of the company’s operations and strategies and an integral member of the leadership team. He holds an MBA from the University of Cologne and an Executive Education certification from Yale School of Management at Yale University.

16. Douglas Martin, MD
Company: Guidehouse
Title: Partner

Douglas Martin, MD, is a Partner with Guidehouse, a consulting firm currently servicing the public and commercial sectors. Based in Washington D.C., Guidehouse is a leading global provider of consulting services to public and commercial markets with broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting. The firm helps clients in a wide variety of industries address their toughest challenges and navigate significant regulatory pressures with a focus on transformational change, business resiliency, and technology-driven innovation. Martin joined Guidehouse with the firm’s acquisition of Leerink Swann Consulting, which he co-founded, in 2014. His primary focus has been in product, disease, and therapeutic area strategy and due diligence on behalf of senior management, pipeline marketing, business/ corporate development teams. He has worked in virtually every therapeutic area and serves primarily biopharmaceutical clients and their investors.

Martin began his consulting career at McKinsey & Company. Prior to joining McKinsey, he completed his residency in internal medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, served as a teaching fellow at Harvard Medical School, and was elected chief resident at the West Roxbury VA Hospital, one of the program’s two base hospitals. He holds an M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.

17. Olivier Zitoun
Company: Capgemini Healthcare & Life Sciences
Title: Executive Vice President, Global Life Sciences Industry Lead

Olivier Zitoun is Executive Vice President and Global Life Sciences Industry Lead for Capgemini, a French multinational IT services and consulting company. Founded in 1967, Capgemini is a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology, and engineering services, partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. Life Sciences is a priority at Capgemini, and is its fastest-growing sector. The division’s current footprint includes over 100 global biopharma companies—for which Capgemini delivers end-to-end digital transformation and technology services from strategy to implementation at scale—in over 40 countries.

In his role, Zitoun combines technology, innovation, and out-of-the-box thinking with his extensive industry knowledge to help address major challenges. He defines offerings and leads the go-to-market strategy for the Life Sciences group to ensure success in the sector across all continents and top accounts. Before joining Capgemini, he was a partner and life sciences lead for LiquidHub; prior to that, he founded and was CEO of Eveo, which was acquired by LiquidHub. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, he launched Covid19 API, a pro-bono grassroots project meant to ease COVID-19 data sharing. He holds a degree in economics from the University of Paris, Sorbonne.

18. Dr. Clemens Oberhammer
Company: Simon-Kucher & Partners
Title: Managing Partner

Dr. Clemens Oberhammer is a Managing Partner of Simon-Kucher & Partners, a global strategy consulting firm; he also manages its Munich office. Founded in 1985, Simon-Kucher & Partners specializes in strategy, marketing, pricing, and sales, powered by around 1,400 professionals worldwide. The company serves a wide array of industries and sectors, including healthcare, life sciences, banking and financial institutions, software technology, and more.

Clemens specializes in B2B pricing, discounting, channel management, sales, and incentive systems. He works with international companies mainly from the healthcare and distribution industries, as well as many B2B companies. Clemens joined Simon-Kucher & Partners in 2004. Before moving to Munich, he worked for several years at the North American offices.

Clemens graduated from the University of Passau and the University of Parma in 1998. Upon completion of his studies, he worked as a research and teaching assistant at Humboldt University in Berlin, where he earned his Ph.D. in the field of experimental game theory in 2003.

19. Margaret Guerin-Calvert
Company: FTI Consulting
Title: Senior Managing Director, President of Center for Healthcare Economics and Policy

Margaret Guerin-Calvert is a Senior Managing Director for FTI Consultation, a business advisory firm headquartered in Washington, DC. Founded in 1982, FTI Consulting is a top global management consulting firm specializing in corporate finance and restructuring, economic consulting, forensic and litigation consulting, strategic communications, and technology. The firm has participated in several high-profile bankruptcies and investigations in the U.S., including for Lehman Brothers and General Motors. Guerin-Calvert joined FTI in 2012, where she also serves as President of the company’s Center for Healthcare Economics and Policy.

In addition to her role as Senior Managing Director, Guerin-Calvert is the founding president of its Center for Healthcare Economics and Policy, which assists FTI clients across the healthcare sector. She boasts over 30 years of experience as an economist in competition and regulatory policy, mergers, and intellectual property. She is also a founding director of Compass Lexecon, where she has served as a senior consultant and continues to provide strategic input. Previously, she served as assistant chief of the U.S. Department of Justice antitrust division, was an economist at the Federal Reserve Board, and taught economics at Duke University. She holds a BA in economics from Brown University and an MPA from the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University.

20. Amy Flynn
Company: Grant Thornton Healthcare & Life Sciences
Title: National Life Sciences Leader

Amy Flynn is the National Life Sciences Leader for Grant Thornton Healthcare & Life Sciences, an audit, tax, and advisory firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1924, Grant Thornton is the sixth-largest US accounting and advisory firm. Under the company’s Life Sciences practice, Flynn and her team help organizations navigate evolving challenges and constant change with their industry.

Flynn boasts more than 30 years of experience, from pharmaceutical, medical device and diagnostic management to leadership across the spectrum of business functions. Before joining Grant Thornton as a managing director in 2018, she spent eight years with TayganPoint Consulting Group. She also served as a strategy consultant with Society for Conservation Biology and a senior consultant with Growth River, LLC. From 2001-2004, she was a director of business development for Whatman, and she held a variety of engineering and management roles with Ortho Clinical Diagnostics. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University and an MBA from the Rutgers Graduate School of Management, as well as a Master’s of Education from Temple University.

21. Robin Dufresne
Company: CSG Government Solutions
Title: Director, Healthcare and Human Services Practice

Robin Dufresne is the Healthcare and Human Services Practice Director with CSG Government Solutions, a national IT project management services company specializing in government systems modernization. Since she joined CSG in 2012, the company has expanded its footprint to serve 46 states and territories, significantly grown its workforce with experienced and talented consultants, and established the highest reputation for excellence. She is a member of CSG’s Executive Leadership Team and reports directly to the CEO. Dufresne has 15 years of healthcare consulting experience, including four years with the State of Maine, where she served as Medicaid Operations Director and used a novel approach to replace and modernize the state’s Medicaid systems.

Dufresne is a thought leader in Healthcare IT and reform initiatives and has a respected presence in national industry groups. She has collaborated with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as a member of the Medicaid Technology Alliance, helping to guide state Medicaid agencies toward modular systems implementations that lower operational costs and improve outcomes. She also served as the board chair for the Private Sector Technology Group and led collaboration activities with CMS and the State Technology Advisory Group. Robin has a Master of Science in Management degree in healthcare administration from New England College.

22. Dennis A. Beall
Company: SpendMend
Title: Medical Device Audit and Compliance Manager

Dennis Beall is the Manager of Medical Device Audit and Compliance for SpendMend, LLC. SpendMend is a healthcare audit and consulting firm striving to help hospitals improve patient care through the delivery of innovative cost savings solutions, insightful transaction analysis, and improved visibility across business relationships. Over 72% of the nation’s top healthcare systems partner with SpendMend to improve their processes and reduce their overall cost of care while maintaining their high standards of service, quality, and outcomes.

Beall has over 30 years of experience in the auditing and consulting field and has spent the past 14 years working exclusively in the healthcare industry. He was instrumental in creating “Mock OIG Audit” and “Warranty Tracking Program,” which are two programs used to help hospitals become 100% compliant with OIG and Medicare regulations. Beall and his team at SpendMend manage the complex work of recognizing, tracking, and reporting these credits to the appropriate personnel of each hospital to ensure all OIG and Medicare regulations are met. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in business administration at Middle Georgia State University.

23. John Derse
Company: Mercer
Title: Senior Partner, Health Care Industry Vertical Leader

John Derse is a Senior Partner and Health Care Industry Vertical Leader at Mercer, a consulting firm and subsidiary of Marsh McLennan. Mercer believes in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercer’s more than 25,000 employees are based in 44 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries. From the company’s Charlotte, North Carolina offices, Derse leads Mercer Health Provider Advisory, Mercer’s healthcare industry vertical. His consulting is in the area of People Strategy. which includes strategy, alignment/change management, and workforce analytics and rewards providing clients with "end to end" strategic advice concerning the design, implementation, and operation of human capital and the HR function.

Previously, Derse was a partner at Ernst & Young, overseeing people-effectiveness consulting. He began his career with Mercer as a partner in 1983, serving in an array of roles over his 28-year tenure, including as a global leader for business transformation solutions. He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from St. Lawrence University.

24. Maulik Bhagat
Company: AArete
Title: Managing Director

Maulik Bhagat is a Managing Director of Digital and Data Services at AArete, a global management consulting firm. AArete drives client value through strategic profitability improvement, data-driven solutions, and market intelligence. The company works across all industries and business functions to optimize profits in a compressed time frame. AArete humanizes data by translating numbers into actionable insights, helping clients make better decisions and working by their side to foster change with confidence, empathy, and purpose. In addition to Digital and Data Services, Bhagat leads both the Healthcare Payer practice and AArete’s International Business. Bhagat boasts over 15 years of experience in operational and management consulting across multiple industries, having worked with Ernst & Young, Protiviti Consulting, and Huron Consulting.

Bhagat has experience leading large consulting engagements for clients, delivering measurable bottom-line improvement, digitally enabled process efficiencies, and organizational change through fact-based, data-intensive analysis combined with domain expertise. He is a published author and quoted industry expert in publications like Managed Healthcare Executive, Chain Drug Review, ThinkAdvisor, American Pharmacists Association, and Chain Store Age. He holds a Master of Business Administration degree from S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), a bachelor’s in accounting and finance from Mumbai University, and is a Certified Information Systems Auditor and a Six Sigma Green Belt.

25. Kevin Bibby
Company: Deallus
Title: Senior Principal

Kevin Bibby is Senior Principal at Deallus, a strategic intelligence consultancy operating across the global life sciences sector. Founded in 2004, Deallus uses competitive intelligence to provide a wide array of unique strategies, such as brand development, product launching, benchmarking, and more. The company also supplies superior insights, like competitor threat analysis and best practice advisory. In his role as senior principal, Bibby leads commercial strategy consulting engagements, bolstered by his nearly 30 years of experience and elite track record of success. He blends a strong business development portfolio across the life sciences sector with a deep knowledge of commercial strategy, project delivery, and workshop facilitation.

Before joining Deallus, Bibby was a senior director and business development director at Consulting for McCann Health (CMH); he also served the company as senior director and general manager at its London headquarters. Previously, he spent 11 years in leadership roles at IMS Health, including as director of innovation and director of analyst services. He also served as the director of healthcare corporate finance. He holds a bachelor’s degree in physiological sciences from Oxford University.

26. Aaron Aude
Company: Centric Consulting
Title: Healthcare Practice Lead

Aaron Aude is the Healthcare Practice Lead for Centric Consulting, a management consulting firm based in Dayton, Ohio. Centric Consulting guides its clients’ search for answers to complex digital, business, and technology problems by asking tough questions, leading crucial conversations. and synergizing expertise. The company strives to help customers conquer change, optimize processes, elevate their technology, and compete in a digital world. With more than twenty years of experience in consulting, and a few years as a business owner, Aude is responsible for building and growing Centric’s National Enterprise Collaboration practice. He also serves as a Partner and Director of the company’s health and life sciences vertical.

Aude joined Centric Consulting in 2006 as a senior manager, quickly rising to the position of director of enterprise collaboration. Previously, he was a practice leader at LUCRUM, a senior consultant with Whittman-Hart and Sycamore Software Development Corporation, and an analyst with Mosler Safe and Meridian Bioscience, Inc. Aude is also an adjunct faculty member at Southeastern University and Miami University of Ohio. He holds a BS in biology from Roanoke College and an MS in bioinformatics from Johns Hopkins University.

27. Sicely Donaldson
Company: Point B
Title: Health and Life Sciences Practice Director

Sicely Donaldson is the Health and Life Sciences Practice Director for Point B, a Seattle-based consulting company. For 25 years, Point B has been dedicated to helping organizations with critical initiatives in the areas of customer engagement, growth investments, workforce experience, operations excellence, and execution capacity. The firm provides expertise in the life sciences and health ecosystem as well as financial services, energy, retail, consumer products, media and entertainment, technology, and much more. As the director of the Health and Life Sciences Practice, she leads the department’s growth and strategy for more than one-third of the award-winning company’s business.

Before ascending to her current leadership role, Donaldson served as the practice leader for Point B’s Oregon regions across Healthcare, Retail CPG/Athletic & Outdoor, Technology, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, and Public Sector industries. During her near-20-year career with the company, she has also held portfolio and account leadership roles and consultant positions. Before joining Point B, she began her career as a manager in Accenture’s health and life sciences practice. She holds a BA in psychology from Oregon State University.

28. Tina Vidal-Duart
Company: CDR Maguire/CDR Health (CEO)
Title: Executive Vice President

Tina Vidal-Duart is the Executive Vice President of CDR Maguire, a Miami-based consulting company. Founded in 1938 as an engineering firm, CDR provides consulting services in engineering, emergency management solutions, and disaster health and medical services. In 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, CDR Health was founded to set up and operate COVID-19 clinics across the state of Florida. Vidal-Duart was installed as CDR Health’s Chief Executive Officer; she led the launch of the group’s network of field hospitals and clinics, which provide COVID testing, vaccinations, and therapeutics to Florida residents. The group is responsible for processing over 2.6 million vaccinations to date.

Vidal-Duart has served CDR Maguire as EVP since joining the company in 2015, providing administrative and operational oversight, leadership in health and emergency management, and more. Before joining CDR Maguire, she founded Pooch Perks, serving as president until the company’s successful acquisition in 2017. Previously, she was VP of business development for Pacer Corporation. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in international business from Florida International University.

29. Adam Farber
Company: Boston Consulting Group
Title: Managing Director & Senior Partner

Adam Farber is a Managing Director & Senior Partner with the Boston Consulting Group, one of the largest management consulting firms in the world. For almost 50 years, BCG has been a pioneer and leader in business strategy, including innovating the growth-share matrix portfolio management framework. Farber serves BCG in a number of capacities; in addition to his role as Global Leader of BCG's Health Care practice, he is also the Chair of its Industry Practices and a member of the firm’s Global Operating Committee. He has spent more than two decades working with BCG, first as a consultant in the field of biopharmaceuticals and eventually expanding to encompass all facets of the firm’s healthcare operations.

Before he ascended to his role as leader of the global healthcare practice, Farber was the regional leader of the company’s healthcare practice for North and South America. Prior to joining BCG, Adam worked at the management consultancy Lochridge & Company. He holds a BA in government and economics from Dartmouth University and an MBA in finance from The Wharton School at The University of Pennsylvania.

30. Herman Sanchez
Company: Trinity Life Sciences
Title: Senior Partner

Herman Sanchez is a Senior Partner at Trinity Life Sciences, a Massachusetts-based consulting firm. Trinity is a trusted strategic partner, providing evidence-based solutions for life sciences. With over 20 years of experience, the company is committed to solving its clients’ most challenging problems through exceptional levels of service, powerful tools, and data-driven insights. For over 15 years, Sanchez has been a partner with the Trinity team, working closely with clients to support strategic decision-making across the product lifecycle. As a leader at Trinity, he has worked to build out of the company’s European office and helps to run and build centers of excellence in Market Access, Launch, and Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR).

Previously, Sanchez was a senior associate at Boston Healthcare and a project manager with Harvard Medical School/Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He is a proud supporter of Peace First, which empowers young people to change the world around them. In college, he served as one of the organization’s leaders and has been an active contributor and consultant since. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Harvard University and an MBA from The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.

31. Alex Vadas
Company: LEK Life Sciences & Pharma
Title: Managing Director

Alex Vadas is the Managing Director of Life Sciences & Pharma with LEK Consulting, a British management consulting firm. Founded in London in 1983 by three partners from Bain & Company, LEK operates principally in the areas of corporate strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and operations, covering a variety of industries including life sciences, healthcare, energy, and financial services. LEK’s Life Sciences & Pharma practice helps life sciences and pharmaceutical executives develop practical strategies and plans to improve healthcare for patients and succeed in a dynamic global healthcare market. Vadas joined LEK in 2000 and focuses on diagnostics, research tools, and personalized medicine. Within those areas, he has worked with a range of established and emerging clients in the areas of corporate strategy, product strategy, and planning and transaction support. He received both his BS and his Doctor of Philosophy in chemical engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles.

32. Randy Baker
Company: Mindseeker
Title: President, Healthcare Solutions

Randy Baker is the President of Healthcare Solutions with Mindseeker, Inc., a professional services company focused on the government marketplace. Mindseeker was founded in 2000 as an IT staffing company, eventually working across different industry verticals and increasing its capabilities to expand the company’s footprint. As of January 2020, Mindseeker, Inc. exclusively supports federal agencies across civilian, DoD, and intelligence communities. Baker is a seasoned and technically sophisticated executive, equipped with broad-based years of experience in health in­formation management services, operations, and technologies. He possesses a stellar reputation for developing and executing business solutions with health­care C-level executives, revenue cycle, and HIM and HIT departments.

Before joining Mindseeker, Baker briefly served as chief operating officer for Keystrokes Transcription Service. He also served as CEO, COO, and president of Diskriter, Inc. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the California University of Pennsylvania.

33. Michael Patti
Company: Baker Tilly Healthcare & Life Sciences
Title: Principal

Michael Patti is a Principal with Baker Tilly US, a public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Baker Tilly has a team of experienced professionals that provide management consulting, technology, and financial planning for healthcare organizations across the health plan, provider, and life sciences spectrum.

As a Partner in Baker Tilly’s healthcare consulting practice, Patti leads the health plan consulting arm of the organization. With more than 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry, he leads teams of consultants focused on implementing solutions to help health plans navigate the operational transformations required to tackle a myriad of issues they are facing today—including implementing new reimbursement models and cost and utilization efficiency-building capabilities to engage consumers and other emerging health plan markets.

Prior to joining Baker Tilly in 2003, Patti worked in the consulting practice of Bearing Point, a global professional services firm, as well as Arthur Andersen. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting and management computer systems from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

34. Lance Minor
Company: BDO USA, LLP, Life Sciences
Title: Principal, National Life Sciences Co-Leader

Lance Minor is a Principal and National Life Sciences Co-Leader of BDO USA, LLP, the United States member firm of BDO International, a global accounting and advisory network. For more than 100 years, BDO USA has been recognized as a premier accounting, tax, financial advisory, and consulting organization. Providing services to a wide range of publicly traded and privately held companies, the firm offers a sophisticated array of services and global capabilities combined with the personal attention of experienced and committed professionals. Minor brings more than 25 years of experience across business startups and multiple functions in biotech. His leadership for BDO's BioProcess Technology Group (BPTG) relies on his entrepreneurial spirit and business passion for facing challenges in biotech manufacturing, supply planning, strategy, and clinical development.

During his career, Lance has held leadership positions ranging from strategic program leadership in vaccines and biologicals to director of bulk manufacturing and network strategies to vice president of late-stage product development operations. He has worked with several notable health and life science companies, such as AstraZeneca, Pfizer, MedImmune, Novartis, and Wyeth Biotech.

He holds a BS in microbiology and chemistry from Cornell University and an MBA from the Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management.

35. Stephane Budel, PhD
Company: DeciBio Consulting
Title: Co-founder, Partner

Stephane Budel co-founded DeciBio Consulting, a strategy consulting firm dedicated to the precision medicine field. He believes that the precision medicine revolution will be primarily driven by tools and diagnostics. Budel’s thought leadership, entrepreneurial vision, and trademark passion led DeciBio to emerge as a top-tier life science consulting firm and become one of the youngest firms to ever rank in the Vault Consulting 50. At DeciBio, Budel merges his business expertise and scientific background to help life science companies solve their most challenging business issues. He is an expert in breakthrough precision medicine technologies—such as Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)—and their unique applications and opportunities.

Beyond consulting, his opinions and forecasts are regularly sought out for publications, financial filings, legal proceedings, and conferences. He has instilled entrepreneurship into DeciBio’s DNA since its earliest days, to the extent that consultants have developed multiple revenue-generating software and data intelligence products.

Before founding DeciBio, he was a senior life sciences specialist at LEK Consulting. He also spent several years in postgraduate roles at Yale University. He holds an MS in physiology from the University of Geneva and a Ph.D. in neurology from Yale University.

36. Thomas Westrick
Company: GE Healthcare Partners
Title: President & CEO, Life Care Solutions

Thomas Westrick is President and Chief Executive Officer of Life Care Solutions at GE Healthcare, a healthcare and life sciences consulting firm and a subsidiary of General Electric. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, GE Healthcare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator, enabling clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions through intelligent devices, data analytics, applications, and services, supported by its Edison intelligence platform. In his role, Westrick leads a Strategic Business Unit that provides clinicians and frontline caregivers with a variety of virtual and digital solutions and medical devices covering cardiology, monitoring, maternal-infant care, anesthesia, acute and respiratory care.

He joined GE Healthcare in 2003 as a global controller and chief accounting officer. He was also named chief risk officer in 2010 and was responsible for driving a comprehensive enterprise risk management program. Prior to joining GE Healthcare, he spent 13 years in public accounting with Arthur Andersen LLP and with Deloitte & Touche LLP in the audit and consulting practice, serving a variety of global companies. He holds a BBA in accounting, risk management, and insurance from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

37. Heather Cianfrocco
Company: OptumRX
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Heather Cianfrocco is the Chief Executive Officer of OptumRX, a UnitedHealth Group company. OptumRX is an industry-leading provider of pharmacy care services specializing in connecting the brightest people, places, and ideas across the healthcare system to create better care for everyone. The company strives to improve experiences and lifelong health outcomes for everyone while discovering new ways to make care more affordable. Cianfrocco was named as chief executive officer of OptumRx in April 2021; in this role, Cianfrocco drives efforts to advance whole-person health through a unique, synchronized approach that produces better outcomes, simpler consumer experiences, and lower costs.

She previously served as chief executive officer for Optum Health Services, where she was responsible for behavioral health, population health solutions, and medical benefit management. Since joining UnitedHealth Group in 2008, she has held numerous leadership roles, including chief executive officer of UnitedHealthcare Community & State, senior vice president of Health Advancement and Clinical Transformation for UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement, and chief executive officer of state and regional health plans. Prior to joining UnitedHealth Group, Cianfrocco worked in private legal practices in Pittsburgh, where she concentrated on corporate and securities law, representing health care entities in mergers and acquisitions. She holds a master's degree in health care delivery science from Dartmouth College and a Juris Doctor degree from Duquesne University School of Law.

38. Pratap Khedkar
Company: ZS Associates
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Pratap Khedkar is the Chief Executive Officer of ZS Associates, a management consulting and professional services firm focusing on consulting, software, and technology. Headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, ZS works side by side with companies to help develop and deliver products that drive customer value and company results. It leverages deep industry expertise, leading-edge analytics, technology, and strategy to create solutions that work in the real world. Khedkar was made CEO of ZS in July 2021. Prior to this, he led the firm’s global pharmaceuticals practice for nine years, as well as a practice focused on the dynamics of healthcare ecosystems. He founded and led its advanced data science capability track, which focuses on AI. He has also served on the company’s board since 2012.

A recognized healthcare industry expert, Pratap regularly contributes his insights to publications including The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg Businessweek, Business Insider, Fortune, Medical Marketing & Media, NPR, Pharmaceutical Executive, and others. Previously, he was an R&D researcher with General Electric. Pratap holds a Ph.D. in artificial intelligence from the University of California, Berkeley and a B.Tech in computer science from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi.

39. Alistair Macdonald
Company: Syneos Health
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Alistair Macdonald is the Chief Executive Officer of Syneos Health, a multinational contract research organization based in Morrisville, North Carolina. Syneos Health is a fully-integrated, end-to-end clinical and commercial solution provider. The company is purpose-built for biopharmaceutical acceleration, creating better, smarter, and faster ways to help clients navigate an increasingly complex marketplace. It addresses today’s market realities through clinical and commercial sharing expertise, data, and insights to meet the needs of emerging and existing global biopharmaceutical companies. Macdonald is an experienced senior executive with strong delivery orientation backed by 20 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.

Prior to Syneos Health, Alistair served as CEO of INC Research, leading global operations and driving the company’s global expansion, overall project delivery, and implementation of new technologies, processes, and solutions. His tenure with INC started in 1999, where he served in leadership roles in strategy development and global services. He holds a Bachelor of Science in applied geology from Plymouth Polytechnic, a Master of Science in environmental diagnostics from Cranfield University, and a Diploma Qualification from the U.K. Institute of Directors.

40. Annapoorani Bhat
Company: PYA
Title: Principal - Healthcare Consulting

Annapoorani Bhat is a Principal in Healthcare Consulting with PYA (Pershing Yoakley & Associates, PC), a national professional services firm providing management consulting and accounting. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee, PYA has specialized expertise in healthcare consulting and certified public accounting, with over 35 years of market experience. In 2015, Modern Healthcare ranked PYA as the 9th-largest independent healthcare consulting firm in the United States. In her role, Bhat specializes in valuation and related consulting services for companies in the health sciences sector, including providers, payers, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare technology companies.

Bhat joined PYA in 2013 as a consulting senior manager in the firm’s healthcare vertical, focused on valuation services to facilitate acquisitions, mergers, financial reporting, and more. Prior to joining PYA, she was a manager of valuation and business modeling with EY and a corporate value consultant for Standard & Poor’s. She holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences from the National University of Singapore, a Master of Business Administration degree from Boston College, and a Master of Social Science degree in applied economics from the National University of Singapore.

41. Joe Adams
Company: RSM US Life-Sciences
Title: Managing Partner & CEO

Joe Adams is Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner at RSM US, a leading provider of audit, tax, and consulting services to middle-market enterprises. Based in Chicago, Illinois, RSM takes a client-centric approach to business consulting, delivering positive results to clients in an array of focus industries, including consumer products, financial services, healthcare, real estate and telecommunications—and many more. In 2021, the firm was named one of the “Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services” by Great Place to Work and recognized on Human Rights Campaign’s 2021 Corporate Equality Index. Since 2011, Adams has led RSM as its CEO, and has with the help of his team doubled the size of the organization through organic growth and strategic transactions with more than a dozen firms, including the buyback of RSM McGladrey and the launch of RSM Canada.

Adams joined RSM (formerly McGladrey LLP) in 1979 and has been a member of the firm's leadership since 2008, serving as regional managing director of the Great Lakes region and office managing partner for the Chicagoland offices. He is active in the Chicago community and currently serves as a member of the Economic Club of Chicago. He holds BS and MBA degrees from DePaul University.

42. Jon Williams
Company: Cello Health
Title: CEO

Jon Williams is the Chief Executive Officer of Cello Health, a global healthcare-focused advisory firm and, since 2020, a subsidiary of Arsenal Capital Partners. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Cello Health is a vibrant and growing healthcare consultancy with expertise in science, strategy, insight, and communications. Cello Health delivers bold solutions and insightful recommendations to help its clients deliver drugs and innovations that have a remarkable impact on people’s lives. In 2020, the company was acquired for nearly $250 million by Arsenal Capital Partners, a specialized private equity firm investing in healthcare and industrials companies. Upon the closing of the deal, Williams was named Group CEO of the new enterprise, which operates under the umbrella of Pharma Value Demonstration, an Arsenal portfolio company.

Previously, Williams served as a senior advisor for the healthcare team at Arsenal. He also founded and served as CEO and president of Evidera until its acquisition by Pharmaceutical Product Development in 2016. Before that, he was a senior VP with the United BioSource Corporation and a senior principal with The Boston Consulting Group. He holds a BS in molecular biology and biochemistry from Brigham Young University and an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management.

43. B. Douglas Bernheim, Ph.D
Company: Bates White Life Sciences
Title: Partner

B. Douglas Bernheim is a Partner with Bates White, a privately held economic consulting firm specializing in advanced economic, financial, and econometric analysis. Bates White Economic Consulting offers services to law firms, Fortune 500 companies, and government agencies, providing expertise in complex matters that require sophisticated problem solving and deep empirical analysis. Dr. Bernheim also serves as an Advisor with Bates White and is the Edward Ames Edmunds Professor of Economics and Chair of the Economics Department at Stanford University.

Dr. Bernheim provides expert testimony in high-profile litigation, mergers, and regulatory matters on such topics as market definition, competitive impact, countervailing efficiencies, monopolization, antitrust liability, causation, and damages. He has authored numerous expert reports, testified at deposition and trial, and assessed liability or damages in several industries. Dr. Bernheim has more than 25 years of experience and is a recognized leader in the academic community for his many contributions in the areas of industrial organization, public finance, applied econometrics, and microeconomic theory.

He holds multiple distinctions, including the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship, and is a Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences, American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and Econometric Society Fellow. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Harvard University and a Ph.D. in economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

44. Terri Welter
Company: ECG Management Consultants
Title: Principal

Terri Welter is a Principal with ECG Management Consultants, a San Diego, California-based healthcare consulting firm. ECG Management Consultants has been the trusted adviser for thousands of projects across health systems, hospitals, academic medical centers, and medical groups since its founding in 1973. The firm applies nearly five decades of knowledge and expertise to help clients of all sizes and scopes find success in the new model of healthcare. Welter’s expertise in the area of managed care is unmatched in the healthcare industry. The head of ECG’s Managed Care Services division, she has spent nearly 20 years helping providers develop innovative payment approaches, negotiate contracts, devise reimbursement strategies, and ultimately improve revenues.

Clients appreciate her forward thinking and her keen understanding of evolving payer/provider payment models, and she is highly regarded for her ability to achieve tangible, lasting results. She holds a BA in pre-professional studies and psychology from the University of Notre Dame and an MS in healthcare administration from Villanova University.

45. Robert Reich
Company: LexaMed
Title: President

Robert Reich is the President of LexaMed Ltd., a contract testing laboratory and life sciences consulting company. Based in Toledo, Ohio, LexaMed's mission is to offer quality, compliant value-added services, and products to its clients courteously, expeditiously, and at a fair price. The company is dedicated to providing the pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotechnology industries with quality, compliant, state-of-the-art services in the areas of consulting, auditing, and laboratory testing. In his role as president, Reich is responsible for overall corporate management and profitability of the company, including the consulting group, marketing and sales for consulting, laboratory services, and proprietary products.

Prior to joining LexaMed, Reich served as president & chief science and technical officer for Pharmaceutical Systems, Inc. during a 15-year tenure. He also served as VP of microbiology for Ethox Corp, and in supervisory roles at Pfizer and the Castle Company (now Getinge). He holds three degrees in microbiology: a BS from Rutgers University, an MS from the University of Wisconsin, and a Ph.D. from Indiana State University.

46. Rob McCarville
Company: Medical Consulting Group
Title: Managing Principal

Rob McCarville is a Managing Principal at Medical Consulting Group, a medical industry consulting company. Established in 1989, Medical Consulting Group has grown from a small startup consulting firm with one employee to having more than 40 employees across Springfield, Missouri, and Fayetteville, Arkansas. Built on the cornerstone of hard work and Midwestern ethics, MCG has assisted hundreds of medical practices across the United States and Canada and has quickly evolved into one of the premier medical consulting firms. McCarville is a pivotal figure in the planning, development, and ongoing management of ambulatory surgical centers. He has been successful in building collaboration among surgeons and hospitals in the promotion of joint-venture ASCs. Rob has been involved with more than 30 centers, with strong growth in orthopedic, multi-specialty, and surgeon-hospital joint venture facilities, as well as the billing and collection service.

McCarville has an extensive portfolio in the field of healthcare management, administration, and strategy. Before joining the MCG consulting team in 2002, Rob was responsible for overseeing 16 separate physician practices, building a strong reputation by developing innovative strategies to increase profitability. He holds a BA in general science from the University of Northern Iowa and an MPA with a healthcare specialization from Drake University.

47. Jeff Gourdji
Company: Prophet Consulting
Title: Partner

Jeff Gourdji is a Partner at Prophet, an integrated consulting firm and agency that specializes in branding, marketing, design, analytics, and innovation. Headquartered in San Francisco, Prophet helps clients unlock uncommon growth in the face of disruption. Its global team combines insight, creativity, data, and technology to unlock growth that is human-centered, transformative, and durable. As the leader of Prophet’s healthcare practice, Gourdji works with a team of brilliant consultants to help healthcare organizations drive growth and fulfill their missions.

With over 20 years of leading high-impact marketing and strategy projects, Jeff brings a breadth of experience that comes from working across many industries as a marketing practitioner, management consultant, and political strategist. Prior to joining Prophet in 2008, Jeff worked for the Zyman Group, Kraft Foods, and as a political and legislative strategist. His book, which he co-authored with Scott Davis, “Making the Healthcare Shift: The Transformation to Consumer-Centricity” was published in 2019. He holds a BA in political science from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business.

48. Clarke Murphy
Company: Russell Reynolds Associates
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Clarke Murphy is the Chief Executive Officer of Russell Reynolds Associates, a global leadership advisory and search firm. Established in 1969, Russell Reynolds Associates assists international and domestic companies to develop leaders, assess business processes, and recruit new executives. It provides leadership advisory and executive recruiting services. The firm’s healthcare practice consultants recruit, develop, and advise board members, CEOs, and senior functional leadership to thrive in the increasingly complex world of healthcare. Murphy has served the company as CEO since 2012. Since joining the firm, Murphy has conducted a number of significant projects in the industry, including Fortune 100 board searches and CEO successions. He has also overseen board of director searches for Wells Fargo, UnitedHealth Group, and MSCI.

Before his appointment as CEO, he was the Global Leader of the firm's CEO/Board Services Practice. Murphy has more than 25 years of experience in the executive recruiting industry, having joined Russell Reynolds Associates in 1988. Prior to joining Russell Reynolds Associates, Clarke was a commercial banking officer at Manufacturers Hanover Trust Company (now part of JPMorgan Chase) in New York. He holds a BA in history from the University of Virginia.​

49. Alejandro Martinez
Company: SDG Group Healthcare & Life Sciences
Title: Partner and CEO, USA & Canada

Alejandro Martinez is a Partner and Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. and Canada for SDG Group, a global consulting firm specializing in data and analytics. SDG Group has a leading vision in the practices of business analytics, corporate performance management, and advanced business architectures. Since its beginning, SDG’s Healthcare & Life Sciences practice has been working with the pharmaceutical and chemical industries helping in both analytical and performance management needs. In addition to his other roles, Martinez has led the Healthcare & Life Science division since 2013. He also prospected the business and partners in the Benelux region for SDG Group, as well as started and continues working with the team to consolidate SDG Group USA and introduce a new wave of innovation.

Before joining SDG Group, Alejandro developed his professional career in important local and international companies as a Business Intelligence Consultant. He holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and management, postgraduate degree in international management, and a master’s degree in project management and direction from the Polytechnic University of Valencia in Spain. He also has a degree in business engineering from the School of Engineering of Antioquia, Colombia.

50. Lawrence Vesey
Company: Sia Partners
Title: Partner

Lawrence Vesey is a Partner at Sia Partners, an French independent management consulting firm. Sia Partners supports local and national players at all stages of their transformation, from establishing their financial model to implementing digital innovation strategies. Vesey joined Sia Partners upon the acquisition of Pathfinder Consulting, which he co-founded; Pathfinder is now the leading independent consulting firm in Ireland. In his current role, he is responsible for the Delivery & Assurance practice and has significant experience delivering major technology and transformation programs across a range of industries.

Vesey has over 25 years of consulting experience, working across a range of industries including financial services, healthcare, agribusiness, transport, and utilities. He has significant experience in managing and delivering major business and technology transformation programs. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accountancy and a master’s degree in mathematics and computer science from University College Dublin.

Kelly resigned after confirmed allegations of inappropriate behavior towards women at a charity event hosted in May. Burns is said to immediately take over as active chairwoman with the other co-founder Paul Keary who is taking over as CEO.

Burns has served as the senior advisor of Teneo since her departure from Xerox in 2017. She started with Xerox in 2009, serving as the acting CEO from 2010 through 2016, and as chairwoman of the company until 2017. She is the first black woman to be named CEO of a Forbes Fortune 500 company, leading the company at the time of its largest acquisition ever -the $6.4-billion purchase of Affiliated Computer Services in 2016.

After her time at Xerox, Burns worked at a Netherlands-based telecom company named Veon, where she served as CEO from 2018-2020. She serves actively on the boards of multiple worldwide corporations like Uber and ExxonMobil. Burns has also served as a leader for the STEM-Program at the White House from 2009 to 2016, and as the head of the President’s Export Council in 2015.

Earning a master’s in mechanical engineering from Columbia University and a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering from Polytechnic Institute of New York University, Burns has excelled in her field and will now apply her plethora of skills at Teneo.

“I have a deep understanding of the business, the needs of its clients, and a sincere appreciation for all the great Teneo professionals around the world. As chairwoman, I intend to focus on advising and growing Teneo’s clients, as well as continuing to build a world-class firm culture.” said Burns about her new position.

Teneo is headquartered in New York City and has over 30 additional offices spanning across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East. The company employs more than 1,250 employees worldwide.

This year’s awardees include some of the most knowledgeable executives in cloud technology. Their guidance and vision has been instrumental in leading their companies through organizational growth and, in some cases, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. The individuals being recognized have extensive and diverse experience in software development, data and analytics, and cybersecurity, among other areas. Many held senior leadership positions that eventually led them to their current roles, where they are guiding their companies and influencing the broader business community toward a bright future in the cloud. Please join us in celebrating the achievements of The Top 25 Cloud Services Executives of 2021.

1. Mike Salvino
Company: DXC Technology
Title: President and Chief Executive Officer

Mike Salvino is the President and Chief Executive Officer of DXC Technology, a Virginia-based provider of technology enterprise solutions. DXC Technology runs mission-critical systems with the latest technology innovations to deliver positive outcomes and increased performance levels, competitiveness, and experience. Among the services offered by the company are specialized cloud and platform solutions, such as cloud migration, data and systems modernization, and hybrid cloud security.

Salvino joined DXC in 2019 as a member of the Board of Directors before accepting the CEO position. He continues to serve in both roles, guiding the company’s overall strategy. Previously, he spent a decade in executive roles with Accenture before becoming a managing director at Carrick Capital Partners. His career began in 1987 with Andersen Consulting, which would become Accenture, where he was an associate partner until 2000. He also held leadership roles at Exult, which is now a part of Aon Hewitt. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from Marietta College.

2. Amy Gilliland
Company: General Dynamics Information Technology
Title: President

Amy Gilliland is the President of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), a Virginia-based provider of managed services for government, defense, and intelligence organizations. GDIT is a business unit of General Dynamics, a leading American aerospace and defense corporation located near Washington, D.C. The company offers a wide array of technology solutions for government and civilian clients, including cloud strategy, security, migration, and maintenance.

Gilliland has held the CEO role at GDIT since 2017, after serving as senior vice president of operations. She joined the General Dynamics Corporation in 2005 as a director of strategic planning and investor relations, going on to grow with the company in roles of increasing responsibility—including as senior VP of human resources administration. Prior to joining GDC, she served in the United States Navy as a media liaison officer and navy spokesperson. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in political science from the U.S. Naval Academy, a Master of Business Administration degree from Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, and a Master of Philosophy degree in international relations and affairs from the University of Cambridge.

3. Pamela Maynard
Company: Avanade
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Pamela Maynard is the Chief Executive Officer of Avanade, a Seattle, Washington-based professional services and IT consultancy company. Originally formed in 2000 as a joint venture between Accenture and Microsoft, Avanade offers a wide array of services, including artificial intelligence, business analytics, cloud computing, digital transformation, modern workplace, security services, technology, and managed services. In 2020, Microsoft named the company a Microsoft Alliance Partner of the Year, a designation which it has received 15 times.

Since 2019, Maynard has served as CEO, focusing on delivering innovative and successful solutions to the company’s clients while also committing to keeping up with new technology and fostering a positive workplace for her organization. Before accepting the top role, she was the company’s president of product and innovation and earlier served as area president of Europe, Africa, and Latin America. Previously, she was a vice president at Capgemini.

4. Chris Wright
Company: ZS Associates
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

Chris Wright is the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of ZS Associates, an Evanston, Illinois-based professional services firm. ZS was founded in 1983 by Prabhakant Sinha and Andris Zoltners, colleagues at Northwestern University, who developed the world’s first personal-computer-aided territory mapping system and leveraged it to increase sales productivity and other success metrics for business clients. The company now boasts 28 offices globally and a workforce of over 8,000 dedicated team members, offering cloud-based data management solutions and other cutting-edge business technologies.

In his dual role, Wright leads the firm’s overall strategic direction, focusing on delivering impact where it matters for its customers. With over 30 years on the ZS team, he has grown along with the company, including extensive experience serving clients in the pharmaceuticals and healthcare industries. He is a frequent contributor to prominent healthcare publications, as well as The Wall Street Journal. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Indiana University and a Master of Business Administration degree from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.

5. Charles Sansbury
Company: ASG Technologies
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Charles Sansbury is President and Chief Executive Officer of ASG Technologies, a Florida-based information management and IT systems management company. Founded in 1986, ASG has matured into a digital transformation organization, providing cloud migration, implementation, integration, and maintenance services, as well as data intelligence and content management services. The company has earned recognition and industry awards for innovation and impact in the information management sector.

Since 2015, Sansbury has led the company as CEO, boasting a strong background in technology with a proven record of driving organizational improvements and delivering long-term growth strategies. Previously, he served as COO and CFO at The Attachmate Group, including with subsidiary Micro Focus and as CFO at Vignette Corporation. He began his career as an associate with Lehman Brothers before becoming a principal of technology investment banking at Morgan Stanley. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgetown University and a Master of Business Administration degree from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

6. J Schwan
Company: Kin + Carta
Title: Chief Executive Officer

J Schwan is the Chief Executive Officer of Kin + Carta, a London-based global digital consulting firm. With its US headquarters in Chicago and ten other offices globally. Kin + Carta helps companies achieve digital transformation through digital infrastructure development, technology stack optimization, and other modernization services. The company is a Certified B Corporation, indicating a long-term commitment to high social and environmental performance standards while also supporting internal efforts for workplace inclusion and diversity.

Schwan became CEO of Kin + Carta in 2018 and he leads the company’s overall strategies in development, technology, and modernization initiatives. Previously, he founded Solstice, a digital innovation firm that was acquired by Kin + Carta in 2015. Schwan began his career as an eCommerce technology architect at Accenture, where he helped develop several first-generation dot-com platforms. He is also on the foundation board of Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in materials science and engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

7. Sumit Ganguli
Company: GAVS Technologies
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Sumit Ganguli is the Chief Executive Officer of GAVS Technologies, a Princeton, New Jersey-based global IT services provider. GAVS focuses on enabling digital transformation through infrastructure solutions, including services enabled by automation, artificial intelligence, cloud strategy and migration, and managed IT security services. As CEO, Ganguli is responsible for the company’s recent joint venture with Premier, Inc., which includes a new initiative to offer AI-enabled professional services to healthcare providers.

Ganguli boasts almost 30 years of experience in the IT industry as both an executive and engineer, with companies such as iGATE Global Solutions, Mindteck, and Birlasoft. He also spent time as an adjunct professor in international business at Rutgers University. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from the MS University of Baroda, a Doctorate in Business Administration from Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, and post-graduate certifications in management from Harvard Business School and the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.

8. Rutesh Shah
Company: Infostretch
Title: Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Rutesh Shah is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Infostretch, a Santa Clara, California-based digital engineering services firm. Since 2004, Infostretch has focused on helping companies accelerate the pace and success of their digital efforts, from strategy and planning through execution. Its end-to-end cloud engineering services include modernization, serverless architecture, migration, management, security, and more.

With 30 years of experience in IT, engineering, and management consulting, Shah guides his company from the top with a passion for building and leading great teams. Prior to founding Infostretch, he was vice president of reliability services at Arsin Corporation and held roles at Informix Corporation and Oracle early in his career. He is also an official member of the Forbes Technology Council and founder of QMetry, Inc. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in computer engineering and a Master of Science degree in microprocessor technology from MS University in Baroda, India.

9. Avinash Sethi
Company: InfoBeans Technologies Ltd.
Title: Co-Founder and Chief Financial Officer

Avinash Sethi is the Chief Financial Officer and Co-Founder of InfoBeans Technologies Ltd., a Danville, California-based digital transformation and product engineering company. Founded in 2000, InfoBeans designs, builds, and maintains enterprise-grade software solutions using cutting-edge technology. The company also spearheads digital transformation initiatives for its clients, including the development and implementation of cloud-based infrastructures and data migration.

Sethi founded the company with CEO Siddarth Sethi and President Mitesh Bohra, with the aim to deliver high quality solutions. He has also served as a board member and chief marketing officer for Sapience Analytics, and as a software analyst and consultant with Intel and Tata Consultancy Services. He has been instrumental in launching and growing several technology companies in India and abroad, fueled by a desire to undertake new and challenging endeavors. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in electrical engineering from Devi Ahilya University and a Master of Business Administration degree in marketing from the Indian Institute of Management in Indore, India.

10. Daniel Berg
Company: Gorilla Logic
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Daniel Berg is the Chief Executive Officer of Gorilla Logic, a Boulder, Colorado-based software development and managed cloud services provider. Gorilla Logic’s skilled team of experts builds custom data and cloud solutions, leveraging AWS, Microsoft Azure, private cloud, and other cloud suppliers for maximized scalability. The company serves small and medium businesses (SMBs) and Fortune 500 clients alike, and as a Microsoft Gold Partner, it is part of an elite group of developers who deliver intelligent, flexible solutions built for cloud, hybrid, and on-premises scenarios.

Berg first became familiar with Gorilla Logic’s services a client, before joining the company in 2019. He has held previous senior executive positions with Sun Microsystems, SolidFire, Inc., Avaya, Skype, and JumpCloud, honing his expertise in both business and technology throughout his career. He holds a degree in computer science and aerospace engineering from the University of Minnesota.

11. Curtis Hite
Company: Improving
Title: Chief Executive Officer and Chairman

Curtis Hite is the Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Improving, a Texas-based business management and technology services provider. Improving is a complete IT services firm, offering training, consulting, recruiting, and project management, as well as software development and managed cloud services. The company has received numerous industry awards for its growth and positive workplace, including “America’s Fastest-Growing Companies” and “Best Workplaces 2019” from Inc. Magazine.

Hite joined the company as CEO at its founding in 2007 and has been integral in leading its overall strategy. He previously spent five years as CEO of the North American subsidiary of Valtech Technologies, Inc., after his previous company, Expede, was acquired by the French technology firm. He began his career as a software developer within the U.S. defense industry, first with Rockwell International and then at E-Systems (later acquired by Raytheon). In 2007, he was honored by the Texas A&M University Department of Computer Science as a CSE Distinguished Former Student, and in 2013 he received the inaugural Outstanding Early Professional Achievement Alumni Honor Award from the Dwight Look College of Engineering. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science degree in computer science from Texas A&M University.

12. Ryan Westwood
Company: Simplus
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Ryan Westwood is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Simplus, a Salt Lake City-based digital transformation company and Quote-to-Cash implementations provider. As a Premier Salesforce Partner, Simplus helps modernize organizations by accelerating strategic, industry-focused digital transformation in the Salesforce ecosystem. With a suite of native and Salesforce-enabled cloud-based platforms, Simplus simplifies cloud marketing, data management, customer engagement, and more.

Westwood co-founded the company in 2014, quickly growing it to 600 employees and dozens of clients, and later leading the successful acquisition of seven companies between four continents. In 2020, the company was acquired by global information technology company Infosys. Before founding Simplus, Westwood was an entrepreneur, leading PcCare Support and PV LLC to acquisition. He is also a best-selling author, a contributor to Forbes and The Wall Street Journal, and an executive board member of Silicon Slopes. He holds a business degree from Utah Valley University.

13. Jean-Michel Bérard
Company: Esker Inc.
Title: Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Jean-Michel Bérard is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Esker, a multinational automation and cloud services provider. Headquartered in Lyon, France, and with offices around the world, Esker offers a variety of solutions, including digital document process automation as a secure, cloud-based service. With certified partnerships with SAP, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, and more, and AI-powered capabilities, the company helps enterprises optimize their digital transformation.

Bérard founded Esker in 1985 as an electronic document management software company and has driven its growth into an innovator of cloud-powered enterprise solutions. As CEO, he is the company’s public representative to the financial community, IT analysts, and the press, and is responsible for defining and executing business strategies. He is the co-president of Digital League, a France-based community connecting regional digital organizations. He holds a Master of Computer Science degree in information technology from the National Institute of Applied Sciences of Lyon (INSA).

14. Alex Lutskiy
Company: Innovecs
Title: Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Alex Lutskiy is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Innovecs, a software development, IT, and cloud services company. Innovecs is headquartered in New York City and Kyiv, Ukraine, and operates offices around the world, offering an array of managed services and solutions. The company provides end-to-end cloud services, from planning, designing, and building to operating, optimizing, and supporting an entire cloud platform, powered by a partnership with Amazon Web Services.

Lutskiy founded Innovecs in 2012, bringing with him over 15 years of experience in business and technology throughout the Americas and Europe, including a decade building IT outsourcing businesses. Prior to founding Innovecs, he was the vice president of delivery for GlobalLogic, as well as VP of business applications and operations for Ipsos. He also founded E-Vector, an offshore technology outsourcing company, for which he served as CEO for three years. He is currently an official member of the Forbes Technology Council and an advisory board member for the Brain Basket Foundation. He holds a Master of Science degree in computer science from V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National University.

15. Arun Pasrija
Company: CHR Managed Services
Title: President and Chief Executive Officer

Arun Pasrija is the President and Chief Executive Officer of CHR Managed Services, a Houston, Texas-based technology solutions provider specializing in broadband communications providers. CHR provides a wide array of services and solutions, including comprehensive IT managed services, network engineering, and cloud networking, security, and support. It also supports telecommunications companies with cloud migration and data management, as well as 24/7 network operations center monitoring.

With over 35 years of experience in business communications technology, Pasrija leads CHR by building a strong leadership team, raising private capital, leading mergers and acquisitions, and fostering organic growth. Prior to joining CHR in 2003, he was a senior vice president for L-3 Communications’ Prime Wave division. He also served for two years as the president of TiE Houston, a community organization for entrepreneurs. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the Birla Institute of Technology & Science, as well as a Master of Science degree and a PhD in engineering from Drexel University.

16. Satish Patel
Company: Analytix Solutions
Title: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Satish Patel is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer for Analytix Solutions, a business and IT managed services company. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Analytix offers scalable professional services in several divisions, including finance, accounting, data management, and IT services, as well as audio/visual solutions. Through its IT division, Analytix offers cloud engineering, backup and storage, and remote management and maintenance services.

Patel founded Analytix in 2006 with his late brother Kirit, with the aim of filling a market need among small and medium businesses (SMBs) for high-quality business and accounting managed services. In addition to serving as Chairman and CEO, Patel directly oversees the company’s accounting division. Previously, he also served as CEO and president at Sunbelt Business Sales & Acquisitions as well as Blackbridge Partners, using his expertise to manage business valuations, assist with buying and selling decisions, and plan exit strategies. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and finance from California State University, Fullerton, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in organizational behavior studies from MS University in Baroda, India.

17. Keith Angell
Company: Pythian Services, Inc.
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Keith Angell is the Chief Executive Officer for Pythian Services, Inc., an Ottawa-based multinational IT, data, and cloud services company. Founded in 1997, Pythian helps enterprises transform by leveraging data, analytics, and the cloud by designing, implementing, and supporting customized solutions. Its offerings include cloud migration, strategy, and managed services, powered by strong partnerships with Google Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, and Oracle. As CEO, Angell focuses on optimizing enterprise value for customers, employees, and stakeholders alike, utilizing his extensive experience as an executive, board member, and leader.

He is also an operating partner with Mill Point Capital, Pythian’s parent company, as well as CEO and director of West Shore Advisors. Previously, he was CEO, president, and director of Velocity Technology Solutions and served in several vice president roles in IBM’s global cloud and technology services division. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from Duke University, a Master of Business Administration degree from Louisiana State University, and a Master of Science degree in engineering from Northeastern University.

18. Manish Sachdeva
Company: delaPlex Software
Title: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Manish Sachdeva is a Co-Founder and the Chief Executive Officer of delaPlex Software, an Atlanta, Georgia-based global software development and business services provider. Founded in 2008, delaPlex accelerates digital transformation through a wide variety of solutions, including full-stack cloud services across all domains, delivered through its expert Cloud Services team. The company’s certified architects are highly experienced in designing, deploying, and managing highly scalable, secure, and performance-oriented cloud systems, as well as supporting migration and optimization.

Sachdeva co-founded delaPlex in 2008 and has served as CEO throughout his company’s history, overseeing the company’s entire operation. Previously, he was a senior analyst in workforce management and forecasting with JDA Software, as well as chief technology officer at Video Technics, Inc. He began his career as a software engineer at Tata Elxsi, a subsidiary of the Tata Group. He holds a bachelor’s degree in computer technology from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University and a master’s degree in systems and information from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science.

19. Samuel Pope
Company: Broadleaf, Inc.
Title: Chief Executive Officer

Samuel Pope is the Chief Executive Officer of Broadleaf, Inc., a government defense contractor providing IT and professional managed services. Based in Manassas, Virginia, Broadleaf offers a wide array of services and solutions in the defense industrial base sector, including cloud migrations, hybrid cloud solutions, cybersecurity, engineering, and technical assistance. It also provides managed services in several areas, such as acquisition support, administrative assistance, logistics, training, and more.

The company is owned by a Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO), a non-profit company that allocates a large percentage of its profits to support Science Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) education programs in the state of Hawaii. Pope has served Broadleaf as CEO since 2015, leading its overall strategy and performance. He originally joined Broadleaf in 2009 as its chief financial officer, overseeing the planning, implementation, management, and operation of financial systems and resources. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication from Radford University.

20. Scott Silk
Company: Astadia Consulting
Title: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Scott Silk is the Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Astadia Consulting, a Boston, Massachusetts-based IT services provider. For more than 25 years, Astadia has been providing IT modernization solutions, including cloud migration, re-platforming, application modernization, and managed IT services in the blended enterprise and cloud ecosystem. Boasting technology partnerships with Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Microsoft, and Oracle, Astadia is an industry leader in cloud migrations and modernizations. As Chairman and CEO, Silk is responsible for the company’s vision and direction, working alongside its executive team and other leaders to develop and implement strategy and drive overall growth.

Previously, he was president and CEO of SeeWhy, a leader in real-time marketing and business intelligence solutions, as well as president and CEO of Action Engine, a mobile wireless software provider. He is a co-founder of Boston’s CancerStrong and ByFaith Fellowship Church in Georgetown, Massachusetts. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing and business from the Max J. Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Baldwin Wallace University.

21. Shaun Maine
Company: Converge Technology Solutions
Title: Chief Executive Officer and President

Shaun Maine is the Chief Executive Officer of Converge Technology Solutions. As CEO of Converge, Shaun is responsible for leading overall vision, strategy, and mergers & acquisitions. Prior to his role as CEO, Shaun was the COO of Pivot Technology Solutions (“Pivot”), a US $1.5 billion revenue value-added reseller listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, and was part of the founding group that acquired and integrated five value-added resellers. Shaun is a graduate of Queens University and has been named one of Channel Daily News’ Top 5 Newsmakers of 2019.

Under Shaun’s leadership, Converge Technology solutions has grown to a $1.5 billion run-rate company with market capitalization over $1 billion and nineteen acquisitions to date. Last year, the Company was ranked first on the 2020 CRN® Fast Growth 150 List. The Converge’s portfolio of companies deliver industry-leading solutions and services including advanced analytics, cloud, and cybersecurity offerings to clients across various industries. Converge supports these solutions with managed services, digital infrastructure, and talent expertise offerings across all major IT vendors in the marketplace.

22. Javier Gomez
Company: Dynamic Quest
Title: Chief Executive Officer and President

Javier Gomez is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Dynamic Quest, a Greensboro, North Carolina-based managed IT and security services company. Founded in 2000, Dynamic Quest is one of North Carolina’s largest managed IT, cloud, and security services companies, providing a comprehensive range of technology solutions to hundreds of businesses. The company’s philosophy emphasizes the essentialness of reliability in IT, and it has built a loyal client base of small and medium businesses (SMBs) by remaining innovative through industry changes.

Gomez founded the company in response to the need for dependable managed IT services among SMBs, and with key investment opportunities, has expanded it into multiple states and an office in the Philippines. Prior to founding Dynamic Quest, he spent several years working in the tech industry as a manager with iWork Software and Falk Integrated Technologies. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in computer science from the University of Georgia.

23. Krishna Kallakuri
Company: DataFactZ
Title: Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board

Krishna Kallakuri is the Chairman of the Board and Co-Founder of DataFactZ, a Northville, Michigan-based data analytics and IT software company. Founded in 2002, DataFactZ is a pioneer in data analytics, architecture, warehousing, and business intelligence solutions for enterprises in sectors such as retail, healthcare, manufacturing, banking, and more. Fusing data science techniques like statistics, machine learning, deep learning, decision science, cognitive science, and business intelligence with an ecosystem of technology platforms, DataFactZ delivers agile and innovative products that optimize and monetize client data for optimal results.

Kallakuri founded the company alongside CFO Sridhar Kodati, and as CEO is responsible for executing strategic planning, improving operational effectiveness, and leading strategic initiatives. He is also CEO and founder of diwo, a data intelligence company named for its dynamic AI-powered analytics platform. Previously, he was an analytics consultant at Blazent, Freddie Mac, and Meijer. He holds a bachelor's degree in electronics and communication engineering from Bangalore University, India.

24. Huo Tao
Company: BaiShanCloud Technology Co.
Title: Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Huo Tao is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of BaiShanCloud Technology Co., a Beijing, China-based cloud services and platform provider. Founded in 2015, BaiShanCloud is a world-leading cloud platform service provider offering neutral infrastructure, cloud-native security, developer services, and more. The company has grown rapidly since its inception, quickly becoming a trusted and preferred provider of cloud data services and innovative products. The company leverages its first-class cloud delivery to enable its clients to deliver rich media content reliably, securely, and ultra-fast.

Huo founded BaiShanCloud with chief marketing officer Dai Xiang and chief financial officer Sha Yong with the goal of creating a high performing international tech company, as well as modernizing and improving China’s outdated content delivery network. The company has successfully expanded internationally with its North American division headquartered in Seattle, Washington, and now serves more than 1,000 clients across six continents. Previously, he served as a senior vice president at ChinaCache. He holds a master’s degree from the University of Science and Technology, Beijing.

25. Marcelo Teselman
Company: Techunting.Net
Title: Co-Founder and Chief Operations Officer

Marcelo Teselman is the Co-Founder and Chief Operations Officer of Techunting.Net, a multinational staffing, recruiting, and managed services company. With headquarters in south Florida and offices in Spain and Argentina, Techunting.Net provides a variety of solutions, including staff augmentation, software outsourcing, digital transformation support, and online marketing. Teselman founded the company in 2018 with partner and CEO J Rubio, with the duo focused on making managed services affordable and reliable, with a strong concentration in the Latin American market.

As COO, he leads sales management, service delivery, and proposal development. Previously, he was a sales account executive for Mobile Computing, a Buenos Aires-based software and IT services company. He has also served as a scrum master with Globant, a sales executive at Belatrix Software, an international project manager at HP, and a project manager at Roche. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in computing from CAECE University in Buenos Aires, Argentina.