Bhavin Parikh

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Head of FAS Advisor Technology at Vanguard

Greater Philadelphia, United States

Overview

Bhavin Parikh is a senior technology executive with over 20 years of experience leading innovation and driving growth in the retail and e-commerce sectors. Currently the Head of FAS Advisor Technology at Vanguard, he specializes in omnichannel capabilities and has a background in Management Information Systems from Drexel University.

He is a graduate of the Asian Executive Leadership Program.

Personality Overview

Upfront

Demanding

ROI Conscious

They care equally about the product and its potential impact.  They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles. They respond well to confident salespeople.

Topics They Care About

Advisor Technology
His current role as Head of FAS Advisor Technology at Vanguard centers on developing technology solutions for financial advisors.
Omnichannel eCommerce
He has extensive experience building global e-commerce and merchandising platforms for large retail groups like QVC and Qurate.
Video Commerce
As the former CTO of sune, he led the team in building a next-generation video commerce shopping platform.

Media Appearances

Bhavin has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2025
Head of FAS Advisor Technology at Vanguard
5-2025 - 9-2025
Head Of Engineering - Digital (Martech, eCommerce, Video Experience & Social Commerce) at QVC Group
1-2024 - 6-2025
Chief Technology Officer / VP Head of Product and Engineering (Sune) at sune
8-2012 - 1-2024
Director Software Engineering Digital at Qurate Retail Group
3-2006 - 8-2012
Application Development Manager at Cigna (Global Health Benefits)

Education

Management Information Systems from Drexel University
Marketing/Marketing Management from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda

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Exp : 20 Location : Greater Philadelphia, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of FAS Advisor Technology at Vanguard
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Insights For Selling To Bhavin

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Tell them that you are there to help them create visible impact within their organization
  • Be crisp while making the pitch
  • Refer to testimonials from others in similar positions

DONT's

  • Don’t try to be an alpha salesperson, give them equal space
  • Do not give up if they are not convinced, try again with a different approach
  • Don’t expect them to change their mind quickly if they say no once

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Bhavin is

  • Conviction in the product matters to them, followed by proof points and strong testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Bhavin

  • They may not be very forthcoming, but they will say no if needed.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Bhavin move?

  • Their decision making speed is somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Bhavin take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks but after weighing up the pros and cons.

You And Bhavin

Personality Compatibility


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