ISG Women in Digital Awards eBook

ISG Women in Digital Awards

Meet the leaders, advocates, innovators and rising stars defining the future of digital.

The ISG Women in Digital Awards celebrate the extraordinary achievements and contributions of exceptional women. Born from ISG’s long running Women in Digital community, these prestigious awards shine a spotlight on remarkable women who have broken barriers, overcome challenges and made a lasting impact on the digital world.

In 2022, ISG established the Women in Digital Awards with the vision of recognizing women leaders, bringing visibility to their successes and providing a platform to tell their stories. These awards not only acknowledge the outstanding work of women leading today but also encourage future generations to fearlessly pursue careers in the digital world tomorrow.

Given the success of the 2022 awards in the Americas, we expanded the program to the rest of the world this year, launching two additional awards programs: one that covers Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and another that covers Asia Pacific and India (APAC & I). In 2023, we have three regional programs with a total of 15 awards.

We were so excited to receive over 300 finalists this year. These exceptional women are recognized on the following pages. Winners will be announced at each of the three virtual award ceremonies. We also want to thank all the nominators who took the time to submit candidates—it is truly an honor to be nominated by a colleague, friend or family member.

To each woman finalist for the 2023 Women in Digital Awards: congratulations – you inspire us!

Kimberly Tobias ISG Women in Digital Program Lead

Table of Contents

Hear From our Executive Sponsors

Meet the Americas Judges

Congratulating our 2023 Americas Finalists

Meet the EMEA Judges

Congratulating our 2023 EMEA Finalists

Meet the APAC & India Judges

Congratulating our 2023 APAC & India Finalists

About ISG Women in Digital

The ISG Women in Digital Awards program recognizes exceptional leadership among women driving the digital revolution and supports the advancement of women in digital roles. Congratulations to each finalist for the 2023 ISG Women in Digital Awards –

ISG is delighted to celebrate your unique and valuable skills, points of view and backgrounds. Thank you for your many contributions to our shared industry.

A Word from

Michael P. Connors Chairman & CEO, ISG

Our Executive Sponsors

TheISG Women in Digital Awards aim to create a community of strong leaders and inspire the next generation of digital leaders. We received an overwhelming response in 2023, with more than 300 exceptional finalists from around the world. Please join us in celebrating their impressive work, unique leadership journeys and significant accomplishments.

Lois Coatney Partner & President, ISG Executive Sponsor, ISG Women in Digital

Meet the Americas Judges

The Women In Digital Awards program provides a platform to showcase the talent and leadership of women in technology. I have had several strong female role models who helped shape my career, and I will jump at any opportunity I get to help empower, guide or mentor other women, playing a role in their career. For me, someone who is empathetic, invested in developing people’s growth and who leads by an example makes a strong leader.

I encourage budding women leaders to “Be the CEO of Your Life” and take active ownership of your career. Actively develop networks and seek out mentors that help your careers and help you to become better leaders - focus on people who can help you see the big picture and to develop vision, along with other strategic capabilities. Support other women. Be a mentor to other women – maybe someone just starting out or starting over. Be willing to listen and be empathetic. Be a part of another woman’s success without needing any recognition for the role you played in her success. Be proud of other woman’s accomplishments.

Mary Rivard Partner, ISG

Christine C. Putur Director, ISG Board of Directors

Sarah Urbanowicz

Sr. VP, Chief Information Officer, AECOM

Nidhi Alexander Chief Marketing Officer, Hexaware

Shannon Bjerregarrd

Sr. VP, CIO, Medical Surgical, McKesson

Chief Information Officer Camping World

Sruti Patnaik Rock Star Leader

Meet the EMEA Executive Sponsors & Judges

I am an advocate for diversity, believing that it leads to better innovation and success. Women are a big part of that diversity picture, and an under-represented opportunity for the digital technology industry overall. Being a woman myself, I believe I have the insights and perspective to make a difference in advocating for women to join and be successful in our industry – and I believe this starts with celebrating the fantastic women who play such a key role in digital, who can bring those diverse perspectives and capabilities, and who can act as role models for the younger generation.

EQ – emotional intelligence – is important for all leaders regardless of gender but is often a key and even natural attribute for women in digital. This doesn’t equate to “soft” or “easy;” EQ more relates to recognizing and empathizing with the diverse perspectives of those around us, be they team members, peers, leaders or even customers, and recognizing and valuing that uniqueness in both ourselves and in others. This often leads to being yourself – bringing your own capabilities to the table. Other attributes I believe make strong leaders: not being afraid to challenge the status quo; being open, honest and fair in all dealings; being a servant leader; decisiveness and directness.

To budding women leaders: be your best self regardless of your role. Leadership is about influencing others to follow your lead, not necessarily having a “manager/leader” role or title. Recognize that everyone you interact with knows something you don’t know and can do something you can’t do – make it your mission to learn from everyone. Likewise, share your experiences with others as you also have unique capabilities and talents to share.

-Ola Chowning, Partner, ISG

Judges

Ola Chowing Partner, North Europe, ISG

Helen Ricardo Vice President, Head of Strategic Growth, Atos

Isabelle Roux-Chenu Former Capgemini Executive

Women’s Advocate

Women’s Advocate

Women’s Advocate

Julia Rathmanner Digital Workplace Manager, Austria Atos

Women’s Advocate Karin Schönwetter

Vice President & Technology Managing Director of the Allianz Group IBM

Katie Bates

VP Global Partnerships & Alliances HappySignals

Digital Innovator

Kavitha Dinesh Manager Virtusa

Digital Innovator Keelin Rose Continuous Improvement Graduate Atos

Rising Star

Kellie Smith

VP - IT Service Delivery, EMEA Foundever

Rock Star Leader

Kileshe Kasoma Creating Jobs in Africa Through Digital Skills IIOT Africa

Lara Sophie Bothur

Voice for Innovation & Corporate Influencer for Tech Deloitte

Digital Innovator

Latifah Kahn

Google Partner Lead Northern Europe & APAC Atos

Laura Grant Director Professional Services & Technology Transport for London (TFL)

Digital Innovator

Rising Star

Laura Nuhaan

CEO Eviden Netherlands - Head of Public Sector & Defence & HLS Northern Europe & APAC Eviden

Rock Star Leader

Lela Bekauri General Counsel Atos

Rock Star Leader Ligia Ardelean

Head of Technical Foundation Atos

Rock Star Leader Linda Krumbholz

Head of Strategic Marketing Siemens

Digital Innovator

Digital Innovator

Sandrine Ledru

Chief Information Officer

Plastic Omnium

Rock Star Leader

Sarah Venning

Chief Digital Officer Pret a Manger

Digital Innovator

Sherihan Farrag

Principal Consultant Infosys

Digital Innovator

Shiksha Aggarwal

Management Consultant Cognizant

Rock Star Leader

Shipra Gill

Head - Strategic Engagements & Advisor Relations - UKI, Nordics & Benelux Infosys

Rock Star Leader

Shirisha S

Rising Star

Sivahaamy

Vithyatharan

Senior Consultant Virtusa

Associate Architect Virtusa

Women’s Advocate

Sophie Rawlins

Global Diversity & Inclusion Lead Blue Prism (SS&C)

Digital Innovator

Sophie Vassarotti

Chief Digital Officer

Volkswagen Financial Services

Women’s Advocate

Stéphanie Renverseau

Chief Operating Officer Tomorrow Theory

Rock Star Leader

Suchismita Kundu

Senior Technology Consultant Virtusa

Digital Innovator

Sujata Dasgupta

Global Head - Financial Crime Risk & Compliance Advisory

Rising Star

Tehniat Waheed

Human Resources Consultant Virtusa

Women’s Advocate

Valérie Cedrone

Chief Operating Officer

Eiffage Énergie Systèmes

Rock Star Leader

Viara Aprilova

Head of IT Solution Retail, Wholesales & Integration

Volkswagen

Rock Star Leader

Victoria Driscoll

Senior Programme Director

Rackspace Technology

Rock Star Leader

Vinoliah Martin

Client Executive Microsoft

Rock Star Leader

Wendy Mead

Client Delivery Executive Atos

Rock Star Leader

Zulfia Nafees

Global Head of Brand HCL Technologies

Meet the APAC & India Executive Sponsors & Judges

The ISG Women in Digital Awards are so important because they recognize and celebrate amazing women in technology and their incredible contributions and accomplishments. Unfortunately, technology as a sector has traditionally lagged in the employment and promotion of women. But, that is changing faster than ever. There is still so far to go and we need to continue to champion women and their contributions as we all work together toward greater inclusion, diversity, equity and success. Everyone wins when women have an opportunity to excel.

I am extremely excited to share the Asia Pacific Women in Digital program, finalists and winners in this ebook and I look forward to watching the Women in Digital Awards grow each year as we continue to invest in, develop and champion Women in Digital— as well as women in business, and women in general.

Scott Bertsch Partner & Regional Leader, ISG ANZ & Asia Pacific

Sandie Breese Director, Provider Services, ISG

It has been an honour to be included and participate in the 2023 APAC Women in Digital awards process. This is the first year the awards have been run in APAC, with more than 100 nominations received across the region. We are delighted to see such exceptional talent being nominated and the diversity of experience, roles, and culture across the candidates.

We would like to recognise the efforts of the nominators and congratulate all the finalists and thank them for their contribution in supporting the growth of women in technology

Sarah Mitchell Head of OCM, APAC Enterprise Change, ISG

Meet the APAC & India Executive Sponsors & Judges

Women are shattering glass ceilings in every field, and digital is redefining life and work.

The Women in Digital Awards program endeavors to recognize the achievements of women digital leaders who are making an impact on their teams, business, and overall society to help navigate towards a better future. Let’s shine a spotlight on inspiring women who are making waves in the digital world.

Aasheesh Mittal Chief Business Leader ISG India Consulting

Meet the APAC & India Judges

Namratha Dharshan Chief Business Leader, ISG India Research

As a woman, our ability to finely balance work and home, multitasking, work and spirit to achieve something are some of the finest qualities to scale in our career. I believe that in a world where women have presence felt, ISG Women in Digital is a program that delivers market that women are making a difference. Besides, it is exciting wonderful women in the industry. We will be continuously message to budding women leaders is that it’s our ability to situation and overcome the hurdles that makes us special. stop yourself.

Jenny Watson

CIO APAC (Interim), Bupa

Tracy Wilson

CIO, Core Technology & Group Services, BoQ Group

Kaylene O’Brien Managing Director / CEO, Australia & New Zealand, Capgemini

multitasking, empathy, hard qualities that have helped us have struggled to make their delivers a strong message to the exciting to learn about all the faced with hurdles; my to keep calm, manage the special. Keep at it, and don’t

Change Manager - Leadership, Energy, Aspiration & Performance (LEAP)

Stay Connected with Women in Digital

ISG Women in Digital is a community dedicated to connecting, educating, empowering and recognizing women as they navigate the changing world and make the most of their digital future. Together, we are a women-led coalition who are passionate about their work, who have ideas about the challenges companies face and want to be heard, who are willing to share their stories, who are eager to support other women on the journey and who want to make the future of digital a positive place for the next generation of women. You can get involved by listening to our podcast, The Digital Dish, and joining our LinkedIn community below.

ISG Women in Digital Award Committee

Hannah Stapleton Global Marketing Manager, ISG

Taylor Card Global Marketing Manager, ISG

Laura Hupprich Manager, Corporate Communications, ISG

Tarini Mehta Director - Research, ISG

Hannah Ward Principal Consultant, ISG

Lucy Mair Consulting Manager, ISG