A Recent Consulting Magazine Rising Star Award Achievement

In the competitive world of strategy consulting, rising stars shine bright through their innovative approaches and unwavering dedication to excellence. AArete’s Sakshi Banker, Director of Analytics & Data Science, has recently been recognized by Consulting Magazine as a Rising Star of the Profession 2024 for Excellence in Strategy Consulting: Technology. This accolade not only highlights her exceptional contributions to the field but also underscores her commitment to fostering health equity and driving purposeful change.

Since joining AArete in 2016, Sakshi has rapidly ascended the ranks, a testament to her strategic acumen and ability to deliver data-driven solutions that resonate with clients across healthcare, financial services, and the public sector.

Today, as the Director of Data Science and Analytics within AArete’s Digital & Technology practice, she leverages her 10+ years of experience to spearhead initiatives that bridge the gap between technological innovation and healthcare needs.

Her career is dotted with numerous achievements that exemplify her expertise and dedication. Sakshi has notably enhanced the scope of digital health programs, addressing the nuances of access limitations to crucial services like smoking cessation and lifestyle management. Furthermore, her data-driven analysis has informed governmental strategies to mitigate health disparities, ensuring healthcare facilities are more evenly distributed among various ethnic groups.

Beyond her loyalty to clients, Sakshi’s commitment to inclusion, community, stewardship, and passion bolsters AArete’s culture. As a founder of the Women’s Initiative Network (WIN) and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Center of Excellence, Sakshi champions an inclusive environment, nurturing talent and embodying her stewardship in fostering a workplace culture where diversity thrives, and every voice is empowered to make a difference. Her leadership in guiding interns through pro bono projects reflects her commitment to mentoring the next generation of consultants.

Sakshi’s exceptional achievements and recognition by Consulting Magazine underscore her profound impact within and beyond the realm of professional strategy consulting. Her dedication to integrating business success with the advancement of health equity and inclusivity exemplifies a commitment to both organizational excellence and societal well-being.

For more details on Sakshi Banker’s award and her influential work, please visit the original Consulting Magazine award announcement or Consulting Magazine’s leadership feature on Sakshi Banker here.

Congratulations, Sakshi, on your outstanding achievements, and thank you for inspiring a path forward with integrity, innovation, and inclusivity at the helm!