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Agiloft Honors 2026 Pacesetter Award Recipients

On October 27, 2026, Agiloft, a renowned player in data-first contract lifecycle management (CLM), announced the winners of its prestigious annual Pacesetter Awards. This initiative celebrates innovative leaders and teams who are redefining the value of contract data to enhance enterprise value across various industries.

This year's ceremony recognized outstanding individuals from a diverse group of organizations, including tech giant Dell Technologies, financial authority U.S. Bank, global energy company Shell, and municipal government King County. Each honoree was distinguished for their innovative approaches that not only streamline contract processes but also reposition contracts as strategic tools for business development and efficiency.

Celebrating the Winners

The winners were honored in various categories reflecting their exceptional contributions:

• - Pacesetter of the Year - Legal: Stuart Hiserodt from Dell Technologies
• - Pacesetter of the Year - Procurement: Kevin Moniz from U.S. Bank
• - Pacesetter of the Year - Operations: Jennifer Schurer Coldiron representing King County Department of Community and Human Services
• - Pacesetter of the Year - Force Multiplier: Adam Wittenberg from U.S. Bank
• - Pacesetter of the Year - Value Creator: Tanja Dammers from Shell
• - Pacesetter of the Year - Guardian: Jennifer Alexander from the University of Missouri System
• - Pacesetter of the Year - Champion: A collaborative award shared by Samantha Bates (W. L. Gore), Alyse Wilkinson (WSP), Tom Kelly (Equinix), and Robin Wheeler (TKO).

In his remarks, Agiloft’s CEO Eric Laughlin expressed his admiration for the winners, stating, "Each recipient identified aspects of their contract processes that needed improvement and collaborated to implement changes. The outcomes have yielded tangible results, including reduced manual efforts and enhanced data clarity, empowering teams to make informed decisions. What stands out is the scale at which these changes have been executed across departments like legal, procurement, finance, and operations. They exemplify the potential that arises when those closest to the work are equipped with the right tools and encouraged to innovate."

Transforming Contract Management

The 2026 Pacesetter Award recipients illustrated the transformative possibilities inherent in an AI-powered, data-first CLM approach. As the responsibility for contract management expands across various conflicting sectors, these leaders demonstrate the effects of unifying teams under shared access to reliable data and systems of control.

Samantha Bates, representing W. L. Gore, shared insights into her team’s success: "By utilizing Agiloft’s standardized workflows and automation features, we have fundamentally transformed our contracting practices into a transparent and efficient process. This shift has not only improved collaboration but also accelerated contract execution timelines, leading to better business decisions across our enterprise."

A Call to Action

The Pacesetter Awards aim to illuminate the path towards achieving operational excellence through effective contract management. By showcasing the achievements of the honorees, Agiloft encourages more organizations to emulate these practices and discover what is achievable within their own contracting processes.

For further details regarding the Pacesetter Awards, please visit Agiloft’s official website at www.agiloft.com.

About Agiloft

Agiloft positions itself as a leading authority in the realm of data-first contract lifecycle management, featuring the industry's unparalleled no-code platform. Their solutions equipped with advanced AI functionality are designed to significantly boost operational efficiency by cutting review times by as much as 80%. Trusted by renowned brands such as Alkermes, Balluff, and TaylorMade, Agiloft boasts an impressive 96% renewal rate along with unanimous satisfaction scores for its implementation processes. Backed by notable investors like KKR and FTV Capital, Agiloft continues to empower businesses to devise smarter strategies and accelerate decision-making, yielding a competitive edge in the market.

For media inquiries, reach out to Angel Vincent, Senior Manager of Corporate Communications at Agiloft, via email at [email protected] or call at (650) 780-6741 ext. 5775.