THE AVASANT PARTNER CONNECT EXPERIENCE

Partner Connect is a premier gathering that brings together Avasant thought leaders and top industry partners to foster continued collaboration and innovation. This exclusive event offers a platform for participants to share insights, explore strategic partnerships, and discuss emerging trends in technology and business. Through engaging content sessions, networking, and one on one meetings, attendees gain valuable knowledge and build strong connections that drive mutual growth and success. Partner Connect exemplifies Avasant’s commitment to building a collaborative ecosystem that enhances value for all stakeholders.

On Tuesday, September 9th, in the heart of Southern California, enjoy an incredible relationship building opportunity with our leading advisors, deals teams, and research leaders.

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Industry Insights

One-on-one meetings offer a unique opportunity for personalized, in-depth discussions on strategic initiatives and potential collaborations. This focused interaction helps forge strong partnerships and drive impactful business outcomes

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Engaging Content

This event features curated content designed for enterprises seeking to address the most pressing challenges and explore promising opportunities in technology and business. Expert-led sessions provide actionable insights and innovative solutions, ensuring participants leave with valuable strategies to implement within their organizations.

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Networking

Unparalleled networking opportunities enable attendees to build meaningful connections with industry leaders, peers, and potential partners. Through structured networking sessions and informal gatherings, participants can exchange ideas, explore collaborations, and strengthen professional relationships.

Agenda

Time Activity
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

Registration

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

Breakfast

10:30 AM

Pre-game kickoff/ Shotgun start

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Play

12:00PM - 2:00 PM

Lunch

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Cocktail Reception

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Dinner Reception and Awards

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Partner Connect Opening Reception

Time Session
7:45 AM - 8:45 AM

Breakfast and Networking

8:45 AM - 8:50 AM

Welcome & Introduction

 

8:50 AM - 9:10 AM

Keynote

  • Kevin S. Parikh – Chairman & CEO, Avasant
9:10 AM - 9:35 AM

Panel Discussion

 

9:35 AM - 10:00 AM

Panel Discussion

 

10:00 AM – 10.25 AM

Panel Discussion

10:25 AM – 11:00 AM

Networking Break

11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

1:1 Sessions

11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Live Demos: AvaMark, Research, Governance

11:25 AM - 11:45 AM

1:1 Sessions

11:25 AM - 11:45 AM

Live Demos: AvaMark, Research, Governance

11:50 AM - 12:10 PM

1:1 Sessions

12:10 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch

1:15 PM - 1:35 PM

1:1 Sessions

1:15 PM - 1:35 PM

Live Demos: AvaMark, Research, Governance

1:40 PM - 2:00 PM

1:1 Sessions

1:40 PM - 2:00 PM

Live Demos: AvaMark, Research, Governance

2:05 PM -2:25 PM

1:1 Sessions

2:30 PM - 2:50 PM

1:1 Sessions

2:55 PM - 3:15 PM

1:1 Sessions

3:15 PM - 3:40 PM

Panel Discussion

3:40 PM - 3:55 PM

Research Presentation

4:00 PM - 4:15 PM

NETWORK BREAK

4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Digital Masters Awards

 

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Closing Reception

Avasant Advisor and Service Provider Sessions

These one-on-one meetings offer a unique opportunity to engage directly with Avasant’s industry leaders and provide tailored insights, strategic guidance, and the chance to discuss specific business challenges, helping you unlock new opportunities and drive growth.

Once you register for Partner Connect, you can proceed to select your meeting preferences to customize your experience. A personalized, detailed schedule will be provided, ensuring you make the most of your time with Avasant’s leaders.

Table Table Topics Avasant Advisors
1 Banking, Financial Services & Insurance
  • Robert Joslin – Managing Partner and BFSI Lead, Avasant
  • Jesus Garre – Partner and EU Lead, Avasant
  • Larry Godec – Former CIO, First American Financial Corporation, Distinguished Fellow, Avasant
2 Energy, Utilities & Resources | Public Sector
  • Henry Guapo – Managing Partner and Public Sector Leader, Avasant
  • Martin Croxton – Principal and Federal Practice Leader, Avasant
  • Jim Rinaldi – Former CIO JPL, FDA and IRS, Avasant Distinguished Fellow
3 Media & Entertainment
  • Saugata Sengupta – Partner and M&E Leader, Avasant
  • Lynne Chernow – Former SVP HBO, Avasant Distinguished Fellow
4 Retail & CPG
  • Rakesh Patro – Partner, Avasant
  • Harvey Gluckman – Principal & Retail/CPG Lead
5 Manufacturing | A & D
  • Naresh Lachmandas – Senior Partner, Distinguished Fellow, and A&D Leader, Avasant
  • Bharat Amin – Aerospace Corp Board Member, Former CIO Huntington Ingalls, Avasant Distinguished Fellow
6 Healthcare Payer P1
  • Matthew Barlow – Managing Partner and Healthcare Leader, Avasant
  • Hyun Kye – Partner, Avasant
7 Healthcare Provider & Life Sciences P2
  • Nishant Verma – Managing Partner and Healthcare Leader, Avasant
  • Dr. Steven Gerst – Technology Innovator, Former PPO President, Avasant Distinguished Fellow
8 Healthcare Provider & BPO P3
  • Avinash Baliga – Partner, Avasant
  • Shabnum Grewal  Partner, Avasant
9 Travel, Transportation & Logistics
  • Carlos Hernandez – Managing Partner and Travel and Transport Leader, Avasant
  • Martin Boyer – Former CIO Toronto Airports, Avasant Distinguished Fellow
10 BPO & Transformation
  • Shobhit Patnaik – Partner and Business Transformation Leader, Avasant
  • Candace Dingmann – Former GBS Lead Organon, Avasant Distinguished Fellow
11 Supply Chain & ESG
  • Mike Wheeler – Partner and Supply Chain Leader, Avasant
  • Chitra Rajeshwari – Principal and ESG Leader, Avasant
12 Cybersecurity & Networks
  • Mark Gaffney – Senior Director, Avasant
  • Jay Weinstein – Former CISO, L3 Technologies, Avasant Distinguished Fellow
13 Radarview & Custom Research
  • Swapnil Bhatnagar – Partner and Research Leader, Avasant
  • Dave Wagner – Senior Research Director, Avasant
14 Benchmarking & Data
  • Akshay Khanna – Managing Partner and Research Leader, Avasant
  • Saurabh Kapoor – Senior Director
15 Contract & Supplier Governance
  • Andre Sole – Partner, Avasant
  • James Lee – Principal and Supplier Governance Leader, Avasant
  • Daniela Ramos – Director, Avasant
16 Cloud & Infra
  • Rachit Bhagat – Partner and Cloud & Infra Leader, Avasant
  • Rob Devers – Principal and Cloud & Infra Leader, Avasant
  • Gaurav Dewan – Cloud Research Leader
17 GCC, CarveOuts | Private Equity
  • Anupam Govil – Managing Partner and PE Leader, Avasant
  • Chirag Rawat – Senior Director and PE Leader, Avasant
  • Tarun Mehta – Principal, Avasant
18 Gen AI & Digital Services
  • Anupam Govil – Managing Partner and Gen AI Leader, Avasant
  • Ruth Steinberg – Principal & ERP Practice Lead, Avasant
  • Chandrika Dutt – Associate Research Director
19 Advisor Relations
  • Shevy Magen – Partner and Sales Leader, Avasant

Accommodation

This year’s Partner Connect 2025 will take place at a premium venue in the heart of Los Angeles, California — a city where innovation meets inspiration. Expect a stunning setting that blends modern sophistication with West Coast energy, creating the perfect backdrop for impactful conversations, collaboration, and celebration.

GOLF TOURNAMENT: IMPACT THE FUTURE

Join The Avasant Foundation on Monday, September 8th, for our annual golf event, Impact the Future. All proceeds raised contribute towards empowering deserving youth through education, employment, and entrepreneurship.

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SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

Join the Avasant Foundation’s mission to Impact The Future by being a sponsor at our annual charity golf event. This is a remarkable opportunity to support improving and empowering the lives and communities of deserving youth in developing countries. To date, through education, employment, and entrepreneurship initiatives in the new digital economy, the Avasant Foundation has directly impacted more than 30,000 youth across the world.

To learn more about sponsoring this event, please Contact Us.

Sponsorship Opportunities

IMPACT THE FUTURE 2024 RECAP

YOUTH EMPOWERMENT

EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Avasant Foundation in collaboration with other development and social impact institutions seeks to address the skills gap at a critical point in global economic and social transformation. The Avasant Foundation mission is to enable emerging regions to realize their potential. In partnership with leading foundations and institutional donor agencies, we provide deserving youth access to skills training and education with the goal of job creation in the digital economy.

Avasant Foundation has expanded its impact in providing education, employment and entrepreneurship opportunities in the digital economy for deserving youth globally. I am pleased to see the growth of the Foundation as we scale our footprint, using our resources to foster integrity, inclusion and opportunity. Our work prepares youth for success in the ever-changing digital economy of today and tomorrow.

Kevin S. Parikh
Chairman, Avasant Foundation & Avasant Global CEO

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