Sagar Sagiraju
Vice President of Engineering - SaaS Platforms, Product, Data Integrations & EA
Sagar Sagiraju is the Vice President of Engineering at AccelerEd, where he drives the development and management of major SaaS platforms designed to enhance the experiences of learners, faculty, and staff in higher education. With a strategic focus on modernization, Sagar leads the expansion of AccelerEd’s platform portfolio to institutions across the U.S., ensuring robust security, risk management, and operational excellence.
Sagar’s leadership spans a team of over 100 professionals, including five Associate Vice Presidents, overseeing major platforms, data integrations, and enterprise services. His responsibilities include defining future state architecture and enterprise strategies, guiding digital transformation efforts, and implementing NIST-based security assessments and remediation processes. By leading Digital-360 initiatives, Sagar ensures that higher education experiences are optimized from prospect to graduate, addressing lifecycle management for learners and faculty.
With expertise in SaaS platforms, product development, data integration, artificial intelligence, and modernization, Sagar has built a career marked by transformative strategies and innovative solutions. His work spans sectors such as higher education technology, marketing technology, e-commerce, and technology management, showcasing his ability to navigate complex ecosystems and drive impactful results.
At the SLinT Tech Expo 2025, Sagar Sagiraju will bring his vast experience and forward-thinking perspective to inspire meaningful discussions on leveraging technology to create transformative educational experiences and sustainable growth.
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Panelist: Driving Change - Collaboration, Commitment, Leadership, Trust, and Accountability in Innovation
Description
This discussion will address how collaboration, commitment, leadership, trust, and accountability collectively are pillars of successful innovation across various sectors. The session will explore these foundational principles within teams and broader business practices, entrepreneurial initiatives, and community projects.
Objective
Fostering Collaboration: Discuss the importance of collaborative efforts in creating innovative solutions and overcoming industry challenges.
Upholding Commitment: Explore the impact of steadfast commitment in driving projects to fruition and how it sustains long-term initiatives.
Inspiring through Leadership: Examine different leadership styles and their effectiveness in inspiring innovation and guiding change.
Cultivating Trust: Analyze the crucial role of trust in building solid partnerships and its influence on the success of collaborative ventures.
Ensuring Accountability: Delve into the necessity of accountability in maintaining integrity and transparency in innovative processes, enhancing outcomes and trust among stakeholders.
Expected Outcome
Attendees will gain comprehensive insights into how these five critical elements interact to foster a conducive environment for innovation. They will learn practical strategies for implementing these principles in their fields, thereby enhancing their ability to initiate and manage innovative projects effectively, ensuring sustainable progress and impactful results.