Eva Sage-Gavin is a Senior Managing Director of Accenture’s Global Talent and Organization practice, responsible for helping clients harness digital technologies and evolve their workforces to innovate, unlock human potential, and drive transformation. She also plays a pivotal role in shaping the practice’s market strategy, including offerings and investments.
Sage-Gavin was recently recognized by National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) as one of the most influential leaders in corporate governance for making a significant impact in boardrooms. She has also been honored as a Top 100 HR Tech Influencer by HR Executive for shaping the world and future of HR Technology, and she is a William B. Groat Award recipient for lifetime achievement in Human Resources.
Prior to Accenture, Sage-Gavin served in C-suite roles and as Chief HR Officer (CHRO) at Gap, Inc., PepsiCo, Disney, and Sun Microsystems; and a Senior Advisor at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and to G100 companies, supporting CEOs, board directors, and CHROs.
As the first female member of multiple public technology company boards, Sage-Gavin served as Co-Chair of Women Corporate Directors, Bay Area chapter. She is also a Fellow of the National Academy of Human Resources, faculty and advisor for Santa Clara University’s Women Corporate Board Ready program.
Additionally, Sage-Gavin is executive in residence at Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations and guest lecturer at Stanford University Graduate School of Business. She holds a bachelor's degree in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University.
