Andy Gandhi

The demand for adept leadership with expertise in management, technology, and data has never been more critical. As corporations and governments increasingly rely on technology, data, and Artificial Intelligence, the digital landscape presents escalating risks that necessitate advanced management advisory solutions.Having held partner and service line leader roles at Kroll and Alvarez & Marsal, with a rich background of executive management and over 25 years of experience, I specialize in leveraging strategy and advanced technology solutions to address complex business challenges across industries.My expertise spans operational improvement, security, privacy, compliance, global investigations, litigation advisory, and I have recently advised clients on Generative AI IP disputes, regulatory investigations of major crypto exchanges, and digital transformation. As the recent founder of the New York and Dubai based Dia Advisory Services, I am actively advising clients in the energy trading, AI software, and fintech industries.

Management and Leadership

STRATEGIC PLANNINGSuccessfully led the establishment and rapid growth of a global risk practice, focusing on proactive data governance and data insights.Developed and executed strategies to enhance client service delivery, resulting in significant business growth across the US, Latin America, Europe/UK, Asia, and the Middle East.TRANSACTION ADVISORYProvided innovative solutions for data and IP diligence, post-deal rationalization, and portfolio integration, enhancing value and efficiency.Spearheaded high-stakes investigations, including sanctions-based inquiries, secure data analysis for M&A transactions, and compliance with global privacy and regulatory frameworks.Provided expert advisory on eDiscovery, digital forensics, cyber, data governance, privacy, and security, supporting clients in meeting regulatory requirements and mitigating risks.OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTLeveraged technology to streamline operations, improve margins, and rationalize legacy legal technology and data-related businesses, turning them around to profitability.Designed and elevated the firm's capabilities in artificial intelligence and blockchain forensics, security, and governance.TEAM BUILDINGBuilt and led several global high-impact, cross-functional, technology-forward teams, recognized for collaborative work in building integrated and substantive teams

Press

Articles

February 21, 2020, Compliance Weekly

January 31, 2020, New York Law Journal

January 1, 2020, Law360

February 20, 2019, New York Law Journal

January 1, 2019, Law360

January 1, 2018, Law360

July 31, 2018, Venture Capital Journal

July 27, 2018, Law360

August 30, 2017

November 4, 2016, Law360

October 10, 2014, Edelman
The Future of Digital Forensics and Investigations (no live link available)

Speaking Engagements

September 16, 2022
GIR Live Global (Lisbon, Portugal)
Topic: Embracing AI to Increase Efficiency and Accuracy in Investigations
November 29, 2022
FCPA Data Analytics Convention (Washington, D.C.)
Topic: Data Governance: Managing Integrity, Conducting Risk Scoring and Handling Exception Processes
May 12, 2020
Financial Executive Institute Governance, Risk and Compliance Virtual Conference
Topic: Understanding and Complying with New Global Privacy Regulations
April 1, 2020
ABA’s Virtual eDiscovery Institute (Online)
Topic: Challenging Fabricated Evidence
June 11, 2019
2019 Aon Consulting Industry Symposium (New York, NY)
Topic: Emerging Risks Roundtable: Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, AI and beyond.
April 25, 2019
American Bar Association (ABA) Webinar
Topic: SciTech Focus on Blockchain: A Patchwork of Federal and State Laws
October 25, 2018
GIR Live (Washington, D.C.)
Topic: Emerging Issues in the Cross-Border Regulatory Environment
July 24, 2018
NYC Masters Conference (New York, NY)
Topic: Cyber Security - No Longer Just an IT Problem
May 2, 2018
Anti-Money Laundering Association: The Anti-Money Laundering Midwest Chapter Event (Chicago, IL)
Topic: Holistic Independent Validation of Transaction Monitoring Systems
November 15 and 16, 2017
A&M hosted seminar: Overcoming Global Data Challenges in Contentious and Regulatory Environments
(London, UK)
February 23, 2016
A&M and Jones Day hosted event: Emerging Issues in Data Risk and Compliance in the Financial Services Industry
(New York, NY)