Pamela Maynard
Chief Executive Officer - Avanade
Pamela Maynard is CEO of Avanade, the leading provider of innovative digital, cloud and advisory services, industry solutions and design-led experiences across the Microsoft ecosystem. She is passionate about building a people-first culture for Avanade’s 60,000+ global employees while driving sustainable, responsible growth centered around client success.
Throughout her career in the technology industry, Pamela has helped clients rethink how they do business, whether it’s to be more resilient in their operations; empower their employees to do more remotely; strengthen customer experience and beyond. She is passionate about using technology as not just an enabler of business, but to support the missions of non-profit organizations and closing the digital divide, especially for young people, so that everyone has an opportunity to participate in the digital world.
Pamela also sits on the boards of the Royal Horticultural Society and Junior Achievement Worldwide, two organizations that align with her commitment to creating a sustainable future, building a welcoming environment, and investing in the next generation.

