Celebrating Excellence: ISG Announces 2025 Women in Digital Award Winners for Asia Pacific
In a landmark celebration of women’s achievements in technology, Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm, has announced the winners of its third annual ISG Women in Digital Awards for the Asia Pacific region. The awards honor exceptional women who are driving innovation, leadership, and transformation across the technology landscape. During a live virtual ceremony held on September 11, leaders from Network Science, VOIS, LTI Mindtree, Bahwan CyberTek Supply Chain Consulting, WNS, and ResultsCX were celebrated as gold winners across six distinct categories. Silver and bronze winners, along with luminaries—finalists recognized for their outstanding contributions—were also acknowledged.
“Congratulations to all the winners of our third annual ISG Women in Digital Awards for Asia Pacific,” said Kimberly Tobias, partner at ISG and program leader of ISG Women in Digital. “We received an inspiring array of nominations from across the region, showcasing the remarkable success stories of women in technology. It is a privilege to celebrate their achievements and recognize their impact on the digital world.”
The winners were selected by an esteemed independent panel of judges, including Sonia Eland, executive vice president and country manager for Australia and New Zealand at HCLTech; Nithya Subramanian, global leader in data and analytics at BestBuy; Nikki Symonds, former chief procurement officer at Origin Energy; and Namratha Dharshan, chief business leader at ISG. Their evaluations highlighted individuals who exemplify excellence, innovation, and advocacy in the tech industry.
Celebrating Trailblazers Across Categories
Rising Star: Recognizing individuals who have demonstrated exceptional growth, increasing levels of responsibility, and expanding spheres of influence.
- Gold Winner: Shereen Bajaj, Market Intelligence Analyst, Network Science
- Silver Winner: Maya J, Software Engineer, IT Solutions, ResultsCX
- Bronze Winner: Aditi Chakraborty, Senior Consultant, Tiger Analytics
Women’s Advocate: Honoring those who actively guide and mentor women to succeed in the digital realm.
- Gold Winner: Anubha Bagui, General Manager, VOIS
- Silver Winner: Sonal Vaidhya, Global Head, Organization Development and Effectiveness, L&T Technology Services Ltd.
- Bronze Winner: Geethanjali Suresh, Senior Manager, Human Resources, Orion Innovation
Digital Innovator: Celebrating those who have made a significant impact through creative use of digital solutions.
- Gold Winner: Sivapreeta Jayachandran, Head of Sustainability Platforms, LTIMindtree
- Silver Winner: Sudha Bhat, Senior Vice President, CX Solutions and Transformation, Firstsource
- Bronze Winner: Madhusmita Prakash Patil, Distinguished Engineer, Senior Certified IT Architect, IBM India Pvt Ltd.
Rock Star Leader: Recognizing leaders who have spearheaded major transformations with substantial business impact and demonstrated exceptional leadership skills.
- Gold Winner: Shanthi Chandrasekar, CEO, Bahwan CyberTek Supply Chain Consulting
- Silver Winner: Maria Edeliza (Edy) Estanislao, Senior Vice President, Operations, ResultsCX
- Bronze Winner: Jyoti Chaudhary, Salesforce Practice Head, Altimetrik
AI Champion: Highlighting individuals driving the strategic use of AI to transform organizations, products, or ways of working.
- Gold Winner: Nikita Tiwari, Senior Vice President, Head of AI and Analytics, Productized Services and GTM, WNS
- Silver Winner: Gayatri Thakkar, CEO and Founder, Inferenz
- Bronze Winner: Rita Chen, Senior IT Manager, Data and AI Transformation, Jabil
Additionally, Kath Cruz, Vice President of Operations at ResultsCX, was named the Digital Titan of the Year for Asia Pacific, emerging as the most outstanding woman in digital for 2025. This prestigious recognition underscores her unparalleled leadership and contributions to the industry.
A Global Initiative to Empower Women in Tech
Launched in the Americas in 2022, the ISG Women in Digital Awards program expanded to the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) and Asia Pacific regions in 2023. In 2025, the global initiative saw participation from 536 finalists, featured in the online ISG Women in Digital eBook. Winners for the Americas were announced on September 4, while EMEA winners will be revealed on September 18.
The awards are part of the broader ISG Women in Digital program, established in 2018 to foster advocacy and advancement for women in the workplace. The program serves as a platform for exchanging practical advice and innovative ideas, empowering women to thrive in the tech industry. Through initiatives such as a dedicated LinkedIn page, a LinkedIn Live video series, and regular events, ISG continues to champion diversity and inclusion within the IT and business services community.
Driving Change and Inspiring the Future
The ISG Women in Digital Awards not only celebrate individual achievements but also highlight the critical role women play in shaping the future of technology. From fostering sustainable practices to leveraging AI for transformative change, these leaders are redefining what’s possible in the digital age. Their stories serve as powerful reminders of the importance of diversity in driving innovation and progress.
By recognizing and amplifying the voices of women in technology, ISG is helping to create a more inclusive and equitable industry. The achievements of this year’s winners underscore the immense potential of women to lead, innovate, and inspire. As the tech landscape continues to evolve, initiatives like the ISG Women in Digital Awards ensure that women remain at the forefront of this transformation.
About ISG
ISG (Nasdaq: III) is a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm. A trusted partner to more than 900 clients, including 75 of the world’s top 100 enterprises, ISG is a long-time leader in technology and business services that is now at the forefront of leveraging AI to help organizations achieve operational excellence and faster growth. The firm, founded in 2006, is known for its proprietary market data, in-depth knowledge of provider ecosystems, and the expertise of its 1,600 professionals worldwide working together to help clients maximize the value of their technology investments.
