PUNE, India, March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Avalara, Inc., a leading provider of tax compliance automation software for businesses of all size, today announced that Deepti Gaiki, Director, Security, has been honored with the DE&I in Tech Leadership Award at The RISING 2025, India’s Biggest Summit on Women in Tech & AI, hosted by Analytics India Magazine. The award was presented on March 21, 2025, in Bengaluru, recognizing Deepti’s commitment to breaking barriers in the field of cybersecurity and her efforts in driving diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech industry.
The RISING 2025, India’s largest Diversity & Inclusion in Technology and AI Summit, is an annual event dedicated to celebrating 1000+ leaders, innovators, and changemakers driving meaningful progress in tech. The DE&I in Tech Leadership Award highlights visionaries who actively break down barriers, work tirelessly to create a more inclusive and diverse technology ecosystem, and inspire broader industry change.
With over two decades of experience in IT and security operations, Deepti has been instrumental in enhancing organizational security posture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering high team engagement. At Avalara, she plays a key role in strengthening the company’s cybersecurity framework while spearheading diversity in the field. Under her leadership, Deepti’s security organization at Avalara has developed and launched programs that promote equal opportunities for all employees, address biases in recruitment and retention, and encourage open dialogue on how to strengthen DE&I practices.
Commenting on the recognition, Deepti Gaiki said, “Women don’t just belong in tech—they are shaping its future. Leadership in cybersecurity and technology thrives on diverse perspectives, and I believe it’s time for the industry to go beyond just hiring women to actively investing in their growth, mentorship, and leadership pathways. This award is a testament to the collective effort of every woman who has challenged the status quo and paved the way for more inclusive workplaces.”
Deepti has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to creating inclusive workplaces and creating pathways for more women to thrive in the field of cybersecurity. A strong advocate for inclusive leadership and mentorship, Deepti is committed to empowering women in STEM, inspiring and nurturing the next generation of technology professionals. To learn about this year’s honorees at The RISING 2025, click here.
About Avalara
Avalara makes tax compliance faster, easier, and more accurate, reliable, and valuable for 41,000+ business and government customers in over 75 countries. Tax compliance automation software solutions from Avalara leverage 1,200+ signed partner integrations across leading ecommerce, ERP, and other billing systems to power tax calculations, document management, tax return filing, and tax content access. Visit avalara.com to improve your compliance journey.
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