The Consulting Report is pleased to announce The Top 25 Technology Consultants and Leaders of 2026. Technology leadership is entering a proof era. After years of spending on cloud, data, security, and now AI, boards are pressing for clearer performance: which programs reduce exposure, which improve operating efficiency, which drive growth, and which warrant a reset. Worldwide IT spending is projected to exceed $6 trillion for the first time in 2026, raising the premium on leaders who can separate progress from performance, and who know when to scale a program and when to change course.

The leaders recognized in this year’s list sit where those calls get made and enforced. They advise executives and investors on technology choices that show up in operations and financial performance—how quickly systems can be modernized, how reliably risk can be governed, and how well transactions and integrations are carried out. Some operate inside global firms with broad platforms; others lead specialized practices focused on a narrow set of high-consequence mandates. In each case, the job is to turn technology spend into systems and programs that perform reliably, integrate cleanly, and improve how the business actually runs.

Among this year’s awardees, Paul Henninger, Partner and Head of UK Connected Technology & Global Lighthouse at KPMG UK, is recognized for leading Connected Technology engagements, including post-merger technology and business model transformation for major financial infrastructure firms. Raghavan Sundararajan, Senior Vice President at HCLTech and Delivery Head for Digital Business for Tech Industries and Telecom, is selected for global delivery and P&L oversight across large verticals and for leading complex, large-scale digital and engineering transformation work.

Munish Gupta, Executive Director and Digital Risk Leader at EY Global Delivery Services, is recognized for more than two decades designing and managing enterprise cyber programs across cybersecurity, digital risk, and emerging technologies including AI governance, privacy, and regulatory compliance.

This year’s awardees were selected through a methodical nomination process and careful consideration of each candidate’s career track record and industry contributions. Please join us in celebrating The Top 25 Technology Consultants and Leaders of 2026.

1. Guido D'Hert
Firm: Accenture
Title: Managing Director

Guido D’Hert is a Managing Director at Accenture, where he brings over 20 years of experience in helping high tech companies pivot their strategy and leverage key disruptions in their market and ecosystem. Accenture is a leading global professional services company providing strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations services to clients across industries in more than 120 countries.

In his role, Guido serves as Accenture’s high tech industry lead in Europe, where he focuses on helping semiconductor and advanced manufacturing clients innovate through digital engineering, embedded software, and smart, connected products. His work supports Accenture’s Industry X capabilities, including the integration of specialized software engineering expertise to strengthen solutions for complex, software-driven products in the high tech and semiconductor sectors.

Before joining Accenture, Guido was a partner at OC&C Strategy Consultants and previously served as vice president of strategy and business development at NXP Semiconductors. Earlier in his career, he worked at McKinsey & Company as associate principal. He holds an MBA from INSEAD, as well as an MTD in logistics control systems and a master’s degree in applied physics from the Eindhoven University of Technology.

2. Vladimir Cernavskis
Firm: McKinsey & Company
Title: Senior Partner

Vladimir Cernavskis is a Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company and a senior leader in the firm’s West Coast Private Equity and Technology, Media & Telecommunications practices. He focuses on serving investors and technology companies, specializing in valuation, strategy, and commercial and operational transformations.

Vladimir advises senior leaders on complex strategic and organizational challenges across public and private sector engagements. Over his 20-year tenure at McKinsey, he has led functional practices including strategy, marketing and sales, and transformation, and has worked across industry verticals including technology, agriculture, construction, and insurance across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. For more than a decade, he oversaw recruiting and talent for Russia and the EMEA region of the firm.

Vladimir’s previous roles include deputy director of the budget department at the Ministry of Finance of Latvia and deputy director of the EU integration department at the Ministry of Finance of Latvia. He holds a master’s degree in international policy studies from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey.

3. Anne Hoecker
Firm: Bain & Company
Title: Senior Partner

Anne Hoecker is a Senior Partner in Bain & Company’s Silicon Valley office and the global practice leader of Bain’s Technology, Media & Telecommunications practice. She advises multinational clients on corporate strategy, supply chain management, performance improvement, and mergers and acquisitions, including post-merger integration. 

Anne has extensive experience supporting private equity clients through commercial due diligence and value creation initiatives across multiple industries. Her work spans global engagements, including advising clients throughout Asia with a focus on China and India, primarily within the technology sector. She also focuses on the impact of AI, including underlying digital infrastructure and how companies can get ROI from AI transformations.

Anne has worked across the firm’s Singapore, Boston, and Johannesburg offices. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Princeton University.

4. Paul Henninger
Firm: KPMG UK
Title: Partner, Head of UK Connected Technology & Global Lighthouse

Paul Henninger is a Partner, Head of UK Connected Technology & Global Lighthouse at KPMG UK. As Head of Connected Technology, Paul leads all UK Technology teams, including technology advisory, data and analytics, cloud and application engineering, automation, as well as its enterprise platforms teams across major platforms—including SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, Coupa, and others. In his global role, he leads data, analytics, engineering, and automation capabilities.

With more than 25 years of experience, Paul has worked across a wide-range of industries, including retail, technology, financial services, manufacturing, and government. His recent client work includes leading the technology and business model transformation for the post-merger integration of two major financial infrastructure firms and supporting the rapid deployment of vaccination programs. 

Trusted for his expertise, Paul is frequently sought out as a subject-matter expert and advisor by leading organizations working on policy, R&D initiatives, and educational programs related to the adoption and development of data-driven technologies. He holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from Princeton University.

5. Jean-Denis Ncho-Oguie
Firm: Deloitte
Title: Partner

Jean-Denis Ncho-Oguie is a Partner at Deloitte and an Audit & Assurance partner based in the firm’s San Francisco office. He leads the U.S. Technology, Media, and Telecommunications industry within Deloitte’s U.S. Audit & Assurance practice and works closely with technology clients providing accounting and advisory services.

Jean-Denis serves technology-driven companies across software and SaaS, generative AI, consumer digital platforms, and EnergyTech, including fast-growing venture-backed and publicly listed organizations. His experience spans technical accounting and reporting, internal controls and audit transformation initiatives, and complex accounting matters including revenue recognition, leasing, consolidation, capitalized software, stock-based compensation, Sarbanes-Oxley and internal controls over financial reporting, business combinations, goodwill and other intangibles, derivatives, and commodity hedging. 

In addition to his current role, Jean-Denis also serves as chair of Deloitte’s National Group Manager Advisory Committee and leads the Deloitte Global Management Advisory Committee to the CEO. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business economics from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

6. Lori Driscoll
Firm: PwC
Title: Partner

Lori Driscoll is a Partner at PwC and leads the firm’s Global Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) Advisory practice. She works with TMT leaders on growth and transformation initiatives tied to AI, connectivity, and compute.

Lori’s advisory work focuses on digital infrastructure, connectivity, and data-driven business models, including companies navigating industry convergence, capital-intensive infrastructure, and platform-driven models. Her work spans growth strategy, AI-enabled operating models, and execution, including managed services and operating models. She also brings experience transforming go-to-market and front-office models for subscription and platform businesses, connecting technology programs to adoption, revenue, and performance.

Lori previously worked in account management at Qwest Communications and prior to that, served as an international trade specialist in the U.S. Department of Commerce. She holds an MBA in international business from The Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School and a bachelor’s degree in international/global studies from the University of California, San Diego.

7. Ian West
Firm: KPMG
Title: Global Client Lead Partner

Ian West is a Global Client Lead Partner at KPMG, where he leads relationships with major organisations across the Technology, Consumer, Retail, and Luxury sectors. He previously served on KPMG’s Global Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) Board, acted as the firm’s Technology Sector Lead for Europe, and headed KPMG’s Alliances practice. Ian has also held senior leadership roles including Head of KPMG’s UK TMT Practice, and he sat on the UK Sales & Marketing Executive reporting to the firm’s ExCo.

Ian joined KPMG in 2001 and brings almost 30 years of experience in client relationship leadership and C‑suite advisory across the Financial Services, Technology, Media, Telecoms, and Professional Services industries. His work spans strategic growth initiatives, executive advisory, and complex global client engagement.

Prior to KPMG, Ian’s career included senior roles within RBS/NatWest Bank, where he led a range of new technology projects, including initiatives focused on smartcards and emerging digital delivery models. He was also a founding member of a finance-related startup backed by Goldman Sachs, with responsibility for originating major client relationships across the U.S., Europe, and Japan. Ian holds an MBA—completed with international electives in Japan, the United States, the Netherlands and Belgium—and a bachelor’s degree in banking, insurance, and finance.

8. Kavir Naik
Firm: Aberdeen Advisors
Title: Managing Partner

Kavir Naik is a Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Aberdeen Advisors. Headquartered in Chicago, with satellite offices in India and Mexico, Aberdeen Advisors is a boutique digital consultancy that guides clients through organizational changes and operational challenges that come with technology transformation and modernization. Aberdeen’s teams have deep expertise with designing, guiding, implementing, upgrading, and monetizing industry-leading technology solutions.

Kavir is a seasoned business and technology strategy leader with over 20 years of experience driving digital transformation and technology modernization for some of the world’s largest retail and financial services organizations. He specializes in technology and product strategy, private equity technology due diligence, operating model transformation, and technology portfolio management.

With extensive international experience across the United Kingdom, Argentina, Costa Rica, and India, Kavir has successfully led highly complex business transformation initiatives, helping organizations modernize their technology and optimize operations. Previously, he served as a senior manager at Deloitte. He holds an MBA in strategy and entrepreneurship from Northwestern University and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Case Western Reserve University.

9. Kathleen Avery
Firm: August Leadership
Title: Partner

Kathleen Avery is a Partner at August Leadership, a global executive search firm providing executive search, board advisory, and leadership coaching services, with a focus on placing senior leaders who drive transformation and long-term organizational performance.

In her role, Kathleen focuses on C-suite and senior executive search engagements, advising clients on leadership needs related to technological innovation and digital transformation. Her work spans multiple industries, including manufacturing, industrial, IoT, cybersecurity, industrial SaaS, supply chain and logistics, artificial intelligence, and financial technology, supporting organizations from growth-stage companies to large global enterprises.

Before joining August Leadership, Kathleen was head of talent at DataVisor and previously a partner at The Pachera Group. Earlier in her career, she served as chief executive officer at the Avery Group Inc., which she later sold for a 100x return. She holds a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from the Academy of Art University.

10. Raghavan Sundararajan
Firm: HCLTech
Title: Senior Vice President

Raghavan Sundararajan (Raghav), SVP at HCLTech, is a globally recognized leader in Agentic AI–driven digital and engineering transformation, shaping next-generation operating models for technology and telecom enterprises. With over two decades of experience, he drives large-scale AI adoption by embedding autonomous, decision-centric AI systems that accelerate business outcomes, enhance resilience, and unlock sustainable value. A strong proponent of Responsible and Ethical AI, Raghav ensures AI innovation is grounded in trust, governance, and long-term impact.

Renowned for navigating complex global environments, Raghav leads diverse international teams to architect AI-first, outcome-oriented solutions that bridge advanced technology with real-world business value. His ability to translate emerging AI capabilities into practical, scalable transformations enables enterprises to confidently evolve in an increasingly autonomous digital era.

Raghav’s credentials include engineering and MBA degrees from India, an Executive Master’s in Management from the University of Virginia, executive certifications from UC Irvine, and a CTO certification from Wharton. He serves in advisory roles with Harvard Business Review and the University of San Francisco’s Strategic AI program, reinforcing his standing as a trusted industry thought leader. Beyond his professional work, he is deeply committed to philanthropy, with a strong focus on advancing children’s education.

11. Teresa Núñez
Firm: Atos
Title: Partner

Teresa Núñez is a Partner at Atos. Atos is a global digital services company specializing in cybersecurity, cloud, and high-performance computing, supporting digital transformation initiatives for public and private organizations across more than 70 countries. 

Teresa is the Consulting Market Leader for Telecom, Media & Technology and leads strategic initiatives and client engagements focused on digital transformation, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology solutions. She oversees complex projects that leverage AI-powered technologies to help organizations enhance performance, security, and operational efficiency.

Earlier in her career, Teresa was security consulting director at Schlumberger and previously held roles at Sema Group and Europa Management Consulting. She holds a master’s degree in e-business and e-transformation from the Escuela de Organización Industrial and a degree in telecommunications engineering from the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid.

12. Steve Ingram
Firm: RSM US
Title: Partner

Steve Ingram is a Partner at RSM US, a provider of assurance, tax, and consulting services, specifically focused on serving the middle market. As part of a global network of independent firms, it offers audit, tax, and consulting solutions in 120 countries.

Steve serves as national industry leader for Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT), overseeing strategy, growth initiatives, and product development for clients across the United States and Canada. He leads a team of senior professionals delivering solutions to middle market and emerging growth companies, including venture-backed and private equity-backed enterprises, and supports clients through complex events such as mergers, acquisitions, IPOs, and succession planning.

Steve has nearly 40 years of public accounting experience providing financial, audit, and consulting services to TMT companies. He previously served as a partner at Deloitte and Arthur Andersen. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Bentley University.

13. Ghouse Batlapadu
Firm: HCLTech
Title: Go-to-Market Leader, Oracle Practice

Ghouse Batlapadu is the Go-to-Market Leader for the Oracle Practice at HCL Technologies based out of California, where he drives strategic growth initiatives and manages a portfolio of enterprise clients across high tech, retail, life sciences, and healthcare in the Americas. His work centers on helping organizations modernize core business platforms and leverage cloud and AI as engines for sustainable business transformation.

Ghouse has played a pivotal role in accelerating the company’s growth in Oracle ERP solutions during a critical period of enterprise modernization. As organizations faced complex decisions around upgrading legacy ERP systems versus migrating to the cloud, he partnered closely with executive leadership teams to define pragmatic modernization roadmaps that balance risk, innovation, and long-term value. He has advised clients on transitioning from Oracle E-Business Suite, PeopleSoft, and JD Edwards to modern Oracle ERP Cloud SaaS and PaaS platforms, enabling greater agility, resilience, and operational efficiency.

A core aspect of Ghouse’s thought leadership lies at the intersection of ERP modernization, AI, and cloud autonomy. He advocates for a shift beyond traditional cloud migrations toward intelligent, autonomous enterprise platforms where AI-driven insights, unified data architectures, and scalable cloud infrastructure continuously optimize business operations and decision-making.

Prior to HCLTech, Ghouse held senior consulting and leadership roles at Cognizant Technology Solutions, Deloitte Consulting, and Tata Consultancy Services, building a strong foundation in large-scale enterprise transformation. He holds a master’s degree in computer applications and an advanced degree in accounting and financial management, and is an alumnus of Harvard Business School’s General Management Program. Ghouse is also an author and inventor, with patents approved in the United Kingdom and Germany, and additional applications in progress in the United States and India.

14. Munish Gupta
Firm: EY
Title: Executive Director, GDS Digital Risk Consulting

Munish Gupta is a seasoned leader in cybersecurity and digital risk advisory, bringing over two decades of experience in designing, delivering, and managing large-scale enterprise cyber programs. He currently serves as the Digital Risk Leader at EY Global Delivery Services, where he drives global initiatives across cybersecurity, risk, and emerging technologies.

Prior to joining EY, Munish held senior leadership roles at Inspira, Wipro, Infosys, and HCL, playing a pivotal role in building and scaling cyber consulting and risk advisory capabilities at both Wipro and Infosys. His professional expertise spans cyber risk management, security architecture, AI governance, cyber resilience, privacy, and regulatory compliance, enabling organizations to navigate complex and evolving digital risk landscapes.

Munish is also a founding member of the Purplebook Cyber Security Community – North America and has represented India in several International cybersecurity delegations to various countries. He has shared his insights at prestigious global platforms.

A strong advocate for responsible innovation, Munish is a think-tank member of the “For Ethical AI (FEAi)” community, championing the ethical and trustworthy adoption of artificial intelligence. He is a sought-after global speaker on cybersecurity, privacy, and AI governance, regularly contributing to international conferences, industry forums, and thought leadership discussions worldwide.

15. Ghita Ammor
Firm: Artefact
Title: Managing Partner

Ghita Ammor is the Managing Partner of Artefact Morocco, where she has played a central role in building one of the leading data and AI consulting firms in the region. Since 2020, she has led the development of Artefact Morocco from its launch into a fast-growing organization that today brings together more than 100 data, analytics, and AI experts, supporting clients across Morocco and Africa.

Ghita is recognized for her leadership in structuring and scaling large data and AI programs for major public institutions and leading private companies. She works closely with executive teams to help organizations improve performance, modernize operations, and integrate data and artificial intelligence into their core decision-making processes. Her work has contributed to accelerating the adoption of data-driven practices across key sectors of the Moroccan economy.

Beyond client engagements, Ghita has played an important role in strengthening Morocco’s position as a regional hub for data and AI expertise. She is strongly committed to developing local talent, building long-term capabilities, and supporting the growth of a robust and sustainable data ecosystem in the country. Ghita began her career at PwC in Paris, where she worked on data and analytics projects for large organizations. She holds a degree in data science from Paris Dauphine University.

16. Andrea Schulz
Firm: Grant Thornton
Title: Head of Technology Industry

Andrea Schulz is the Head of the Technology industry at Grant Thornton and an Audit Partner based in the firm’s San Jose office. She oversees the growth and operations of Grant Thornton’s Technology industry practice, which encompasses a full range of audit, tax, and advisory services. Andrea has nearly 20 years of experience working with technology companies ranging from privately held emerging growth businesses to publicly traded global organizations, with a focus on SaaS. 

Andrea’s work includes leading audits during rapid transformational periods tied to extreme growth and IPOs, along with experience across regulatory requirements of becoming public, business combinations, revenue recognition, and internal control matters on integrated audits. She is also a frequent speaker on the future of audit and accounting, including the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing.

Andrea previously served as a senior manager in the technology audit practice and audit technologies lead at KPMG. She holds a master of professional accounting in auditing and assurance from the University of Washington Foster School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Washington Foster School of Business.

17. Scott Jones
Firm: Alvarez & Marsal
Title: Managing Director

Scott Jones is a Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal and co-leads the firm’s Technology Industry Group within the Private Equity Performance Improvement practice. He oversees transformations for public companies and private equity portfolio companies, including carve-outs, integrations, and operational improvements.

Scott has led due diligence for more than 100 technology-sector transactions and advises on M&A across enterprise software, cybersecurity, semiconductor, hardware, and tech-enabled services. His work also includes transformation and restructuring efforts, supporting clients with strategy, value creation, and performance improvement.

Before joining Alvarez & Marsal, Scott was partner and TMT Strategy Practice Lead at KPMG and previously served as director at AlixPartners. Earlier, he worked in corporate finance and equity research roles, including at JPMorgan and Intel. He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Centenary College of Louisiana, an MBA in finance from the University of Arkansas, and a JD from the Santa Clara University School of Law.

18. Darin Miller
Firm: FTI Consulting
Title: Senior Managing Director

Darin Miller is a Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting in the firm’s Telecom, Media & Technology practice, where he co-leads the Technology vertical. He brings more than 25 years of experience in business transformation, transactions, and executive leadership, including service as an interim chief executive officer.

Darin’s work spans strategic planning, organizational transformation, revenue growth, operations management, merger integration, and transaction diligence. He has led large-scale transformation and integration efforts for Fortune 500 corporations, mid-market companies, and private equity-backed businesses across sectors including technology solutions, software (SaaS), media, entertainment, renewable energy, telecommunications, logistics, and light industrial.

His experience also includes go-to-market and growth programs—such as market assessments, product strategy and portfolio optimization, customer segmentation, pricing, and salesforce effectiveness—along with initiatives to streamline SG&A, supply chain, and working capital performance.

Prior to FTI Consulting, Darin held a senior role in the Economics practice at AECOM, advising corporations, start-ups, federal and defense agencies, and municipalities on market analysis, economic and capital planning, real estate, and operations management. He holds an MBA from University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in economics from University of Michigan.

19. Maïté Dailleau
Firm: Oliver Wyman
Title: Partner

Maïté Dailleau is a Partner at Oliver Wyman. Oliver Wyman is a global management consulting firm specializing in strategy, risk management, and organizational transformation, and is a subsidiary of Marsh McLennan, serving clients in more than 30 countries.

Based in Paris within the Communication, Media, and Technology practice, Maïté supports major telecom operators in optimizing significant investments such as fiber and activating growth. Over the past four years, she has supported the three largest European operators in defining and optimizing their fiber rollout plans.

Earlier in her career, Maïté served as a senior associate at Strategy&. She holds a master’s degree in industrial engineering from École Centrale Paris and a master’s degree in management from ESCP Business School.

20. Kevin Khan
Firm: Protiviti
Title: Managing Director

Kevin Khan is a Managing Director and Global Account Partner at Protiviti, working within the firm’s Technology Risk Management, Cybersecurity, and Operational Resilience practices. Kevin brings expertise in operational risk across the lines of defense, CIO/CISO strategy, and advanced analytics, with a focus on financial services. 

His client work includes large financial services organizations, including top U.S. and global banks and insurance companies, and he has supported clients across financial services technology, investment banking, healthcare, and biopharma. He also serves as co-lead for Protiviti’s global Multicultural Employee Network Group and has held DEI leadership roles at prior organizations.

Kevin previously served as global head of operational risk assessment and intelligence at UBS and was founder and principal consultant at MRKcConsulting. Earlier, he worked as a software quality assurance specialist at British Telecom. He holds a doctorate in applied computing (ABD) from the Pace University Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems and earned a master’s degree in management of technology, an MBA in finance, and a bachelor’s degree in business and technology management from New York University.

21. Glen Kernick
Firm: Kroll
Title: Managing Director

Glen Kernick is a Managing Director at Kroll, a global provider of risk, governance, financial advisory, and valuation solutions, supporting clients in managing complex challenges across data, technology, and security. With over 6,500 professionals worldwide, the firm combines nearly 100 years of expertise to deliver actionable insights and advisory services.

In his role, Glen leads Kroll’s Valuation Advisory Technology Industry practice, overseeing valuation and advisory projects for clients in the technology sector. He provides strategic guidance on financial and operational matters, helping organizations address complex industry-specific challenges and make informed business decisions.

Glen’s earlier roles include managing director at S&P Global and director at PricewaterhouseCoopers. He holds an MBA from the University of Washington Foster School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of California, San Diego.

22. Elisabetta Cafforio
Firm: Arthur D. Little
Title: Partner

Elisabetta Cafforio is a Partner at Arthur D. Little, based in the firm’s Rome office. Arthur D. Little is a global management consulting firm specializing in linking strategy, technology, and people to support innovation and organizational transformation, with work across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas. Within ADL’s global TIME (Telecommunication, Information, Media & Electronics) practice, Elisabetta leads the TIME global competence centers for SASCAR (Strategic Advisory Services for Competition and Regulation) and works across Transactions and Digital Media. 

Since joining the firm in 2010, she has supported fixed and mobile operators, including MVNOs, on strategic regulatory work in multiple countries, as well as transaction and M&A assignments, feasibility studies, business planning, and go-to-market strategies. Her work spans regulatory strategy, transaction due diligence, and transaction support tied to areas such as fiber networks, NGN fiber plans, and NetCo carve-outs.

Elisabetta previously served as head of regulatory accounting and contracts with third parties at Sky Italia and held earlier roles as a manager at Ernst & Young and a consultant at Arthur Andersen. She holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Luiss Guido Carli University.

23. Tristram Lupprian
Firm: Teneo
Title: Senior Managing Director

Tristram Lupprian is a Senior Managing Director at Teneo. Teneo is a global CEO advisory firm that provides strategic counsel, communications, risk management, and capital advisory services to corporate leaders. The firm combines traditional advisory services with AI-powered data analytics and maintains a presence across sectors including public affairs, restructuring, and market insights.

In his role, Tristram is part of Teneo’s Management Consulting Division and a leader of the Global Technology practice. He advises public and private enterprise software businesses on strategic, transformational, and transaction-driven initiatives, helping clients navigate complex business challenges and drive growth. Before joining Teneo, Tristram was a manager at Credo Business Consulting. He holds a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Cambridge.

24. Anand Swaminathan
Firm: Infosys
Title: Executive Vice President

Anand Swaminathan is an Executive Vice President at Infosys, global head of Communications, Media & Technology, and also leads Strategic Large Deals and the Partnerships, Alliances, and Ecosystems Group. He oversees strategy, execution, and full P&L responsibilities across telecommunications, media, semiconductors, cloud, and enterprise software, and has been instrumental in expanding Infosys’ footprint across key markets including Europe, Australia and New Zealand, and the United States. 

Over the course of his career, Anand has led transformative, multi-billion-dollar deals and has focused on building long-term client relationships and driving innovation-led transformation through digital, cloud, and AI-first solutions. He was a key force behind the establishment and scaling of Infosys’ data science and analytics practice and has played a pivotal role in building global alliances that complement the company’s core capabilities.

Anand joined Infosys in 1999 and previously worked at RBL. He holds a master’s degree in information systems from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani and a bachelor’s degree in commerce from University of Madras. He is a qualified member of the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of India and the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, and serves as a trustee of Infosys Foundation USA.

25. Barak Ravid
Firm: EY-Parthenon
Title: Principal

Barak Ravid is a Principal at EY-Parthenon and is based in San Francisco. EY-Parthenon is a global strategy consultancy within EY, specializing in strategy and transactions work including mergers and acquisitions.

Barak advises on strategy and M&A transactions across growth strategy development, due diligence, portfolio management, and divestment planning and execution, with experience across B2B software verticals, tech-enabled businesses, consumer technology, hardware, infrastructure, and IT services. He also advises on large-scale integration and divestiture work. He regularly represents EY-Parthenon in the media, with commentary featured across business and technology publications.

Barak started his career in London and later relocated to New York and then San Francisco. He previously worked as a managing director in strategy at KPMG and studied at the University of Bristol.