At Zinnov, we believe that our achievements reflect the prowess and grit of our employees. Every recognition won is a testament to our empowering culture and relentless commitment to be driven by our core mission and values.

Acquisition International - Business Excellence Awards: Best Global Boutique Business Consultancy Firm 2024 - USA
The Business Excellence Awards, hosted by Acquisition International, now in its eleventh year, recognizes top-performing companies worldwide. Zinnov has been awarded the title of Best Global Boutique Business Consultancy Firm 2024 - USA in this edition. With a circulation of 85,000 readers in over 170 countries, Acquisition International is a leading monthly magazine shaping the global corporate conversation. Backed by rigorous research and a dedicated network of advisors, experts, and contributors, AI Global Media has produced over 200 issues since 2010.
Vault - Top 20 Consulting Firms - APAC 2024
Zinnov is thrilled to be listed at #13 on the Vault Top 20 consulting Firms 2024 in APAC list. This recognition underscores our commitment to innovation and excellence. Our success is fuelled by factors like firm culture, practice strength, and work-life balance. Vault's rigorous methodology, emphasizing factors beyond prestige, ensures a fair assessment. Zinnov remains dedicated to providing a fulfilling workplace for our employees.
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IAOP Global Outsourcing 100
For the 11th year this time, we are honoured to announce our inclusion in the prestigious IAOP Global Outsourcing 100 list. Consistently ranked among the top 20 outsourcing advisory firms, our Advisory has once again been recognized for its excellence. Being accredited to the coveted Global Outsourcing 100 List 2024 reaffirms our commitment to delivering unparalleled service and expertise in the outsourcing industry.
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Consulting Magazine Rising Stars Award 2024
Zinnov has been awarded the Consulting Magazine Rising Stars Award 2024 for our outstanding Mentoring and Enrichment Programs. Our Mentoring and Enrichment Programs are designed to provide avenues for personal and professional growth, foster a culture of inclusion and leadership development, and energize and elevate employee engagement. This recognition reflects our commitment to nurturing talent and fostering growth within our organization and signifies another milestone for us as we embark on 2024, inspiring us to persist in our pursuit of excellence.
Global Excellence Awards - 2023
Zinnov has been named Best PE Advisory Firm 2023 - USA at the 2023 Global Excellence Awards by Acquisition International Magazine. With a commitment to merit-based evaluations, Acquisition International celebrates outstanding businesses, acknowledging their impact on the international business landscape. Zinnov has been recognized for our work with PE firms to increase their return multiples through strategic investments in Digital Services assets.
North America Business Awards 2023
The North America Business Award by The New World Report celebrates exceptional businesses within the diverse and influential USA economy. Winners are chosen solely on merit by an unbiased research team and jury. In the 2023 edition of the North America Business Awards, Zinnov emerged as a successful winner, bagging the title of the Best Management Consulting Firm 2023.
International Business Awards 2023 (Stevie® Awards)
The International Business Awards (IBA) is a global recognition that celebrates organizations and their commitment to excellence in customer experiences and innovation. Zinnov emerged as a Gold Stevie® Winner in the Company of the Year – Business or Professional Services category at the 20th Edition of the International Business Awards.
Best Firms to work for 2023
Being recognised as one of the Best Firms to Work For in consulting reflects our commitment to building a psychologically safe-space for all our employees. Applicants were measured across 6 key dimensions-Culture, Career Development, Comp & Benefits, Work-Life Balance, Firm Leadership and Client Engagement. With this recognition, we strengthen our position as a leading customer and employee centric firm.
IAOP Excellence in Strategic Partnerships 2022
Customer centricity and collaboration are the foundation to our solutioning. We are proud to be awarded Excellence in Strategic Partnerships 2022 by IAOP. The ranking recognizes organizations for demonstrating excellence in collaboration, innovation and outcomes. Zinnov was recognized for collaborative problem solving; impact of the innovation involved and outcomes and resulting value that was achieved for a large Industrial multi-national conglomerate client.
Vault Top Ranked Consulting Firms 2022
We are proud to be ranked #23 in Vault's Rankings for Best Consulting Firms for Innovation 2022. The coveted award recognizes Zinnov's contribution to fostering a culture of innovation and our continued efforts to challenge the status quo. More information on the rankings and selection process can be found here
Great Place to Work Certified™
We take immense pride in being named as a Great Place to Work® , the Gold Standard in Employer Brand Recognition, globally.
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IAOP Global Outsourcing 100
We have been consistently ranked amongst the top 20 outsourcing advisory firms for 10 years in a row by IAOP. Our Advisory has been accredited to the coveted Global Outsourcing 100 List 2022. We also won Excellence in Strategic Partnerships recognition in partnership with a Major Technology Company.
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Individual Awards

Top 25 PE Consultants and Leaders of 2024

The Consulting Report's Top 25 Private Equity Consultants and Leaders of 2024 list honors leaders who play a critical role in driving value within the financial ecosystem. These leaders guide private equity firms through complex transactions, operational transformations, and value-creation strategies. Selected through a rigorous nomination process, the awardees are recognized for their career accomplishments and industry impact.

Vimal Menon, Partner
has been recognized as one of The Top 25 Private Equity Consultants and Leaders of 2024 by The Consulting Report.

Top 100 CMO's in India

Startup Lanes' prestigious annual list of ‘India's Top 100 CMOs’ celebrates marketing leaders who have made significant contributions to their organizations and the industry, emphasizing innovation, creativity, and measurable impact in the dynamic business landscape.

Nitika Goel, Chief Marketing Officer
has been recognized as a Top 100 CMOs in India in 2024. Nitika’s award-winning impact stems from her relentless pursuit of excellence in customer experience, underpinned by her strategic use of data and her commitment to building inclusive, high-performing teams.
Learning and Development Summit & Awards 2024

The 18th Edition Future of Learning and Development Summit & Awards 2024 by UBS Forums celebrates excellence in the field of Learning and Development. This prestigious event brings together top industry leaders to explore the evolving culture of L&D in today's dynamic environment. The awards aim to highlight innovative practices that enhance employee training and development, recognizing individuals and organizations that are leading the way in shaping the future of L&D.

Priyanka Kumar, Engagement Manager
has been named the Learning Leader of The Year 2024. As a compassionate leader and sought-after speaker at industry events, Priyanka is recognized for her collaborative problem-solving approach and commitment to unlocking the maximum potential of people.
The Top Women Leaders of New York for 2024

The Top Women Leaders of New York for 2024 showcases the trailblazing women who are driving progress across key industries such as healthcare, finance, education, professional services, and technology in the global epicenter of commerce and culture. These leaders have not only overcome the challenges of leadership but have also redefined success in New York’s competitive landscape.

Amita Goyal, Partner
has been named one of the Top Women Leaders of New York for 2024 by Women We Admire. With over a decade of leadership in global engineering, product development, and business strategy, she has made significant contributions to top-tier organizations across various industries. Her expertise in globalization, innovation, and diversity initiatives has earned her recognition as a driving force in New York’s business landscape.
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AI - Business Excellence Award

The annual Business Excellence Awards, by Acquisition International, a UK-based monthly M&A publication with over 100,000 readers, celebrate excellence across various industries. Now in its 11th year, the awards recognize companies excelling in areas such as AI/ML, Customer Experience, and business growth and transformation. Past winners have included technology product companies, business consultants, and family offices. The award selection process was overseen by a 5-member committee and is purely merit-based, considering details from a nomination form as well as publicly available secondary data about the firm and candidate.

Manas Bhargava, Engagement Manager, Zinnov
has been named Corporate Technology Growth Consultant of the Year 2024 (NY) for his exceptional work in M&A.
Top 50 Consulting Firm CEOs 2023

The Top 50 Consulting Firm CEOs List, by The Consulting Report, recognizes leaders who have played a pivotal role in driving organizational efficiency and sustained business success throughout the year. Selected by a judging committee of esteemed industry experts for their industry-specific expertise and distinctive insights, these leaders harness the collective experience of their organizations to offer tailored strategies, enabling clients to navigate complex business landscapes with confidence.

Pari Natarajan, CEO, Zinnov
has been named among the Top 50 consulting firm CEOs of 2023 for his exceptional leadership as CEO & Co-Founder at Zinnov.
Business Leader of the Year 2023

The Business Leader of the Year Award honors leaders who have redefined leadership in today's dynamic business world. It celebrates exceptional leaders and their significant contributions within and outside the business community.

Pari Natarajan, CEO, Zinnov
has been recognized as The Business Leader of the Year 2023. This recognition is a testament to his dedication, vision, and exceptional leadership that have set new standards for excellence in the Modern Business Landscape.
Top 100 CMO's in India

Startup Lanes' prestigious annual list of ‘India's Top 100 CMOs’ celebrates marketing leaders who have made significant contributions to their organizations, emphasizing innovation, creativity, and measurable impact in the dynamic business landscape.

Nitika Goel, Chief Marketing Officer
has been recognized as a Top 100 CMO in India in 2023. Her success as a practitioner is underpinned by her deep focus on customer data and insights, as well as a commitment to providing superlative customer experiences across marketing touchpoints.
Influitive’s Fearless 50 – Finalists of 2023

The Fearless Finalists list honors the contributions of marketing leaders who are making an impact. CMO’s on this list have demonstrated fearless leadership and innovative thinking, they are trailblazers who fearlessly navigate the ever-evolving marketing landscape, constantly pushing themselves and their teams to achieve greatness. Being a Fearless 50 finalist signifies being at the forefront of marketing innovation and serving as an inspiration to others in the industry.

Nitika Goel, Chief Marketing Officer
Was recognized as a Finalist on the Influitive Fearless 50 CMOs ranking. Nitika’s unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences, paired with her resolute leadership, has rightfully positioned her among the distinguished recipients of this notable recognition.
Top 20 L&D Influencers Award - 2023

The Top 20 L&D Influencers Award at the India’s Premier L&D Summit is a prestigious recognition for individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of Learning and Development (L&D). The award honors professionals who have demonstrated outstanding expertise, leadership, and innovative thinking in shaping the L&D practices to drive organizational success.

Manikandan P K, Head Learning & Development – Globalization Excellence
Was Recognized as one of the esteemed Top 20 L&D Influencers at the 10th Edition of India’s Premier L&D Summit & Awards 2023. This award is a testament to Manikandan’s unwavering commitment to advancing L&D practices in pursuit of organizational excellence.
Consulting Magazine - Women Leaders in Tech 2023

The Women Leaders in Tech award celebrates the women in Consulting who are champions of the business technology ecosystem, continue to push the boundaries of innovation and lead to inspire across categories like DEI, ESG, Excellence in Client Services, Innovation, and Leadership.

Namita Adavi, Principal
Was honored by Consulting Magazine as the Women Leaders in Tech in the “Excellence in Client Servicing” category.
Consulting Magazine - Global Leaders in Consulting Award

These awards honor individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities and exerted extraordinary influence in their firms, for their clients and over the entire consulting profession. This award is conferred upon people after a rigorous process of elimination by the judges (industry veterans) for their excellent performance in the Client Servicing vertical.

Amita Goyal, Partner
Was honored by Consulting Magazine as the Global Leader in Consulting in the “Excellence in Client Servicing” category.
M&A Specialist of the Year (India) 2022

The M&A Awards program recognizes those who make the right decisions in order to allow for a successful and smooth merger process and derive maximum value. For more information on the selection process and critieria, please refer to https://www.acquisition-international.com/awards/ma-awards/

Anand Kalra, Principal, M&A
Was honored by Acquisitional International as the Specialist of the Year in the M&A Category for excellence in M&A Consulting.
Asia’s 100 Power Leaders in Marketing and Corporate Communications

The elite list features the extraordinary journey of Inspirational leaders across various industries recognizing their contribution in the sphere of Marketing and Corporate Communications.

Nitika Goel, CMO
Featured on the coveted list of ‘Asia’s 100 Power Leaders in Marketing and Corporate Communications at the annual ’10th White Page Leadership Conclave 2022 ‘

Top 25 Consultants 2021

The award felicitates influential consultants who have created significant impact for their clients and their organizations. The Top 25 Consultants differentiate themselves with their potential to provide superior customer experience and make meaningful contribution to their firm’s growth.

Atit Danak, Principal, CoNXT
Was felicitated by Consulting Magazine as a ‘Top 25 Consultants’ in the Excellence in Crisis Management Category for his ability to deliver superior client results through innovative practices. 

The Rising Stars of the Profession 2021

This coveted award by Consulting Magazine identifies promising individuals who are under the age of 35 years and have transformed the face of next – generation leadership by playing a critical role in the success and profitability of the organization.

Nischay Mittal, Principal, Digital
Was honoured by Consulting Magazine as ‘ The Rising Stars of the Profession 2021’ for Excellence in Strategy Consulting.
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