Chief Research Officer
As chief research officer for HFS Research, Tony Filippone spearheads the strategic research initiatives that shape the future of enterprises and technology ecosystems worldwide. Under his leadership, the global analyst team delivers groundbreaking insights that drive innovation and efficiency, solving the complex problems organizations face.
With a robust background that spans more than 30 years in enterprise leadership, advisory, and research roles, Tony brings a uniquely practical and client-focused approach to his work. His expertise is especially deep in the insurance and procurement sectors, where he is known for his exceptional negotiation skills and operational acumen.
Before joining HFS Research, Tony served as chief procurement officer at AXIS Capital and held various leadership roles with Union Bank and Elevance Health, where he developed a profound understanding of nearly all areas of enterprise requirements, including corporate procurement, corporate operating models, and governance. His early career included roles at Accenture and MarchFirst.
Tony earned a master’s degree in communication management from the University of Southern California and a bachelor’s degree in organizational communication from Pepperdine University. He resides near Atlanta with his two sons. An avid explorer with a passion for scuba diving, cooking, and weightlifting, Tony has visited more than 40 countries, continually seeking new adventures and cultural experiences.
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February 3, 2025 The care delivery delivery landscape is rapidly consolidating and will have significant impact on consumer health.
December 27, 2024 ISO 42001, the new international standard for managing artificial intelligence (AI), is rapidly gaining traction as a benchmark for ethical and responsible AI
December 4, 2024 Hell hath no fury like departments of half-checked-out corporate bureaucrats colluding to strangle all projects from getting done.
December 3, 2024 The sweeping impacts Project 2025 will have on the telecommunications industry.
November 26, 2024 Chazey Partners leverages a practitioner-led approach to deliver high-impact, cost-effective results to enterprises.
November 5, 2024 Understand the tech behind agentic AI to help you understand how this new kid on the block can work for you.
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