Avanade North America

Yesterday, we had the privilege of celebrating the grand opening of the Avanade Storefront at Junior Achievement of Washington's JA Biztown — a unique learning hub where classroom concepts come to life! Located in Auburn, Washington, JA Biztown gives elementary students the opportunity to step into real-world roles — from bank managers to restaurant owners, check writers, and even mayors. The goal? To equip young minds with the skills and confidence needed to tackle tomorrow’s professional challenges with creativity and innovation. At the Avanade Storefront, students can dive into digital experiences like creating personalized avatars, printing custom stickers, and collaborating on exciting projects. As a company committed to innovation, we believe in the power of technology and education coming together to inspire the next generation of leaders. It was an honor to celebrate this milestone with our CEO Rodrigo Caserta, Americas President Gord Mawhinney, Global Corporate Citizenship Lead Heba Ramzy, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer Aaron Reich, and the amazing team at JA. Learn more about JA Biztown: https://lnkd.in/g55sR89d #AvanadeDoWhatMatters | #AvanadeImpact

"Most of all, I feel that healthcare should feel like care." In her recent interview for CXO Outlook®, Christiana Voelker, M.Ed., Avanade's Americas Healthcare Industry Lead, shares her professional trajectory, thoughts on diversity and inclusion in the healthcare industry, insights on the role that digital health technologies and AI plays in shaping the future of healthcare, and imparts advice for aspiring healthcare professionals. Catch the full cover story here: https://lnkd.in/g2CQV-D5

#AI has become a key tool for mid-market organizations to meet their environmental goals 🌍      According to the recent Avanade Trendlines: AI Value Report 2025, 92% of these companies plan to use AI to meet their #sustainability goals, but AI implementation doesn’t always come easy.      This new article discusses some of the recurring challenges that mid-market companies face when implementing AI to achieve their green goals and explains how clients like CGIAR are using it to positively impact the #environment.      You can also read the full report here:  👉 https://lnkd.in/gx2dbchN   #AvanadeDoWhatMatters 

What matters to Alight Solutions is simplifying well-being for better team engagement. Alight, a leader in human capital and technology services, is transforming employee well-being with Alight Worklife®. Seamlessly integrated with Microsoft #Teams, this new app simplifies benefits access, empowering employees to connect with their valuable resources on the go. Read this great new success story to learn how the company is redefining both engagement and support in the modern workplace: https://lnkd.in/gJw45STU #AvanadeImpact | #AvanadeDoWhatMatters | Kellee Eavenson | Joshua Welch | Katie Brown | Alex Broghammer | Patrick Eslick | Rachele Black

Exciting new research from @Avanade reveals that #AI is transforming the #manufacturing sector, with mid-market firms leading the way. Despite having less capital, these organizations are leveraging AI to increase revenues, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.    However, the path to AI success is not without its challenges. The report highlights that: 🔸74% of manufacturers struggle with poor #data quality and governance 🔸49% face software compatibility issues Addressing these challenges is crucial to unlocking AI’s full potential.   The research shows how AI can unify and democratize intelligence using industry standards like ISA-95, enabling better decision-making and faster problem resolution, as well as streamlining operations for more autonomous manufacturing processes.    Don’t miss out and read the full Avanade Trendlines: AI Value Report 2025! 👉 https://bit.ly/3AtB27B   #AvanadeDoWhatMatters

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Gord Mawhinney as President, The Americas at Avanade. With over 30 years of high-tech industry experience and over 8 years at Avanade, Gord will lead our largest business unit, overseeing strategy, sales, delivery, and operations across the U.S., Canada, and Brazil. Gord’s leadership comes at a time of growing demand for AI-driven Microsoft solutions, and he will work closely with our clients to drive innovation and success across the Americas. Previously, Gord served as General Manager for the Western and Southern U.S. regions. “I’m honored to lead Avanade’s Americas business at this pivotal moment for both the Americas region and the industry. The opportunity to drive transformation through innovative Microsoft solutions, particularly in AI, is both a privilege and a responsibility. As AI continues to reshape industries, we are uniquely positioned to help our clients harness its power responsibly and effectively. With our talented team of over 5,000 people across the Americas, I am committed to building on Avanade’s legacy of excellence, ensuring we continue to do what matters in delivering outstanding results and creating lasting value for our clients and the communities we serve." — Gord #AvanadeDoWhatMatters

We're excited to join Microsoft at Gartner's Identity and Access Management Summit next week in Texas! On Monday at 1:15pm CST, Pieter van der Wal, Avanade's Security Lead Solution Architect, will be presenting how we partner with clients to realize identity modernization with Microsoft Entra. Later that afternoon, come visit Pieter and William Phillips at the Microsoft booth from 3:00-4:00pm CST. Wherever you might be at the IAM Summit, we hope to see you there! #AvanadeDoWhatMatters

Following successful stops in London, Brisbane, Sydney, and Chicago, the Avanade World Tour rolls on to New York City on January 15! Join CEO Rodrigo Caserta, Americas President Gord Mawhinney, and other leaders from Avanade and Microsoft for this exclusive workshop where we’ll tackle this key question facing executives in 2025: How do we deliver business value in the era of AI?   Attendees will hear the latest insights from our Trendlines AI value report, learn from other IT leaders on how they’re capturing value on their transformation journeys, and share best practices with your peers over breakfast and informal networking.   The event is complimentary, but space is limited. Register your interest to attend here: https://lnkd.in/gSKqv3XH

🗣 Here’s where to find us across #NorthAmerica this month!   Want to schedule time to meet with us in-person at any of these #events or attend a #virtual event listed here? Drop us a note in the comments or register with the links below. #Healthcare NGPX Conference Breakfast Workshop December 3 Palm Springs, CA CHOA Winter Holiday Patient Party December 4 Atlanta, GA #CrossIndustry One Identity Security Webinar December 4 & December 11 Virtual: https://lnkd.in/gcYMnU-Z #Manufacturing Building the Future: Expert Panel on Intelligent Warehousing December 10 Registration: https://lnkd.in/gcAEKcJh #AvanadeDoWhatMatters

With more than 1 billion people around the world living with disabilities, inclusion is not just a value for us - it’s our mission. On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we reaffirm our commitment to create a workplace where everyone can thrive. Through strong leadership, accessible opportunities, and active advocacy, we work to empower persons with disabilities to bring their authentic selves. From implementing inclusive hiring practices to championing their leadership, we aim to ensure equitable participation in all aspects of society. We are proud to amplify the voices of individuals with disabilities, recognizing that diversity fuels innovation. https://bit.ly/418rjhW #AvanadeDoWhatMatters #IDPD