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HFS Research Appoints Francis Carden as Chief Technology EvangelistHFS Research, a leading global research and analysis firm that helps companies tackle challenges, make bold moves, and bring big ideas to life, welcomes Francis Carden as Chief Technology Evangelist. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240305083372/en/ 
Software automation expert and business leader, Francis Carden, named Chief Technology Evangelist at HFS Research. In this role, Carden will drive innovative solutions and thought leadership at the global esearch and analysis firm. Prior to joining HFS Research full-time, Carden served as a Research Fellow and Senior Advisor at HFS, contributing significantly to research initiatives. (Photo: Business Wire) Carden draws on over 40 years of leadership experience, including CEO roles in software automation, co-founding successful companies such as Pixel Innovations and OpenSpan. His thought leadership and hands-on experiences uniquely qualifies him to provide perspective and pragmatic counsel to HFS Research clients across application development, user interface optimization, productivity gains, customer experience utilizing low-code platforms, robotic process automation, AI, cloud, and beyond. Carden will also oversee the HFS Hot Tech initiative and the HFS Tech Provider program. This will involve cultivating relationships with technology leaders and leading transformation engagements. "Francis' passion for proving technology's impact on an organization's bottom line, coupled with his entrepreneurial background enables him to provide unique perspectives and unparalleled value to our clients," says HFS Research CEO and Chief Analyst Phil Fersht. "His impressive background and leadership experience has made him a prominent figure in the field, and we are delighted to have him as our Chief Technology Evangelist." Prior to joining HFS Research full-time, Carden served as a Research Fellow and Senior Advisor at the global firm, contributing significantly to research initiatives. "HFS Research has formed an amazing group of experts in their respective fields, and I feel privileged to join their ranks. I look forward to leveraging my experience and knowledge to help clients navigate the ever-evolving technology landscape and drive real, impactful change," says Carden. About HFS Research HFS is a leading global research and analysis firm trusted at the highest levels of executive leadership. Our mission is to help our clients-major enterprises, tech firms, and service providers-tackle challenges, make bold moves, and bring big ideas to life by arming them with accurate, visionary, and thought-provoking insight into issues that impact their business. HFS analysts and strategists have deep, real-world experience in subjects they cover. They're respected for independent, no-nonsense perspectives based on thorough research, demand-side data, and personal engagements with industry leaders. Visit www.hfsresearch.com.
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