Every transformation starts with a question - 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘪𝘧? What if AI could design with empathy? What if collaboration felt human again? What if ideas didn’t just inspire but performed? Today, we launched hashtag#XTStudio, a space where every 'what if' finds its answer. It’s where strategy meets design, AI meets imagination, and ideas turn into outcomes that matter. Here, clients and teams come together to co-create, experiment, and build experiences that move from whiteboards to the real world. Every corner of XT Studio is designed to spark collaboration, accelerate innovation, and turn possibility into progress. Here are some glimpses from the launch. #ExperienceTransformation #ReAImaginingTheWorld
Today marks five years of Sandeep Kalra as our CEO and Executive Director: five years that have reshaped our ambitions, strengthened our foundation and propelled us to new heights. Under Sandeep’s leadership, Persistent has delivered 22 sequential quarters of revenue growth, achieving a 4-year revenue CAGR between FY21 and FY25 of 25.6%, a 5-year shareholder return of 619.1%, and a 468% increase in brand value since 2020 (Brand Finance). His visionary leadership powered Persistent past its first billion-dollar milestone, with TTM revenue reaching over $1.5 billion as of September 2025, while driving strategic diversification across industries and service lines and fortifying the company’s position as a leader in AI-led transformation. This journey has been recognized across the industry, with Persistent receiving the 'Most Promising Company of the Year' award at the 19th edition of CNBC-TV18’s India Business Leader Awards. Sandeep has also been named a Tech Titan in Business Today–PwC India’s Best CEOs 2025 and Best CEO in IT Services (Emerging Companies) by Fortune India in 2024. Through his focus on innovation and purpose-driven growth, Persistent has crossed new milestones, setting benchmarks in customer success and operational excellence. Congratulations, Sandeep, on completing five incredible years of leading Persistent toward sustained industry-defining growth. Here’s to continuing to Re(AI)magine what’s possible. #ReAImaginingTheWorld
Happy Diwali from all of us at Persistent!
We have been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in Tech 2025, a milestone that further strengthens our position in the U.S. technology and talent landscape. This acknowledgement reflects our unwavering commitment to building an innovative, inclusive, and high-performing workplace, reinforcing our reputation as an employer of choice in competitive markets. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dqNF4_E3 Plant-A Insights Group, Anand Deshpande, Sandeep Kalra, Vinit Teredesai, Jaideep Vijay Dhok, Rajiv Naithani, Shimona Chadha hashtag#ReAImaginingTheWorld
Persistent and StackRoute have been honored with Gold at the Brandon Hall Awards 2025 for Architect Competence Development Program in “Best Competency Management Strategy.” This recognition celebrates our innovative and holistic approach to developing architectural talent—one that seamlessly blends skill-building with mindset transformation and leadership shaped by our core values. It reinforces our commitment to nurturing the next generation of architects and setting new benchmarks for excellence. Brandon Hall Group #BrandonHall
It is an honor for Persistent Foundation US to partner with World Food Movement in their mission to ensure access to nutritious meals for students and communities. This collaboration aligns with our commitment to supporting education, community development, and sustainability, underscoring the importance of creating a healthier, more resilient society.” — Sonali Deshpande, Chairperson, Persistent Foundation Food insecurity continues to be a barrier to education, dignity, and opportunity. To address this challenge, Persistent Foundation US is contributing $36,000 to fund 3,000 fresh, nutritious meals over the next 18 months—supporting food-insecure individuals and community college students. That translates to 40 meals every week, feeding up to eight people each weekday. This initiative is a reflection of our commitment to education, community development, and sustainability.
We’re excited to be part of the Netezza Community Day at IBM TechXchange 2025! On October 6, the Netezza community will come together for an afternoon of live demos, deep dives, and conversations about the future of data. This event is more than just sessions—it’s a chance to: • Connect directly with peers and IBM experts • Explore how AI and hybrid cloud are reshaping data warehousing • Share real-world stories of modernization and performance tuning When: Oct 6 | 2–6 PM ET Where: Orlando, FL Register here: https://shorturl.at/EqPDe If data is at the heart of your work, or if you’re curious about where Netezza is headed, this is the place to be. #IBMTechXchange #Netezza
We are sponsoring #IBMTechXchange 2025, the premier learning event for developers and technologists. From cutting-edge AI tools to quantum computing and Infrastructure-as-Code, this is where innovation takes off. Join us as we support those who build what’s next. Here’s what you can expect: ● 1,000+ expert speakers ● Live workshops & immersive labs ● Professional certifications & networking ● Exclusive access to the latest AI technologies ● Networking and fun: from the Sandbox 3.0 Block Party to a night at Universal Orlando Resort’s Islands of Adventure Don’t miss out! Register now and join us at Booth 307 in Orlando: https://ibm.biz/BdnFVe Kuljesh Puri, Neerav Shah, Lawrence Chinsam, Shimona Chadha #ReAImaginingTheWorld
At the ISG (Information Services Group) Provider Lens™ Awards in Dallas, Persistent was recognized across the board. We were named leaders in Advanced Analytics and AI, Digital Engineering, Intelligent Automation, Insurance Services, Cloud Ecosystems with AWS and Google, and more. Among all the recognitions, the CX Star Performer Awards stand apart. They are shaped by the trust and feedback of our clients, our most valued partners. These honors remind us that true success lies in the outcomes we deliver together. Shimona Chadha, Emma Handler, Larry Modder, Gopal Sharma, Chris McCauley hashtag#ISGProviderLensAwards hashtag#CXStarPerformer
We are proud to be recognized as an Emerging Leader in the Emerging Market Quadrant of the 2025 Gartner® Innovation Guide for Generative AI Consulting and Implementation Services, published most recently on September 18, 2025. We believe that this recognition reaffirms our strong capabilities in GenAI, industry-specific expertise, and global reach. We believe it reflects the trust our clients place in us to deliver business impact today while unlocking new possibilities for the future. With GenAI at the core, we will continue to innovate and deliver measurable value for our clients worldwide. Learn more about our AI offerings: https://lnkd.in/duATih7S hashtag#GenAI hashtag#ReAImaginingTheWorld GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally and is used herein with permission. All rights reserved. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner’s research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
