Award recognizes visionary leaders whose philanthropy, service, and community partnerships are transforming Arizona for the better
Chandler, Ariz – KeenStack, the professional services consulting firm that helps companies unlock the full potential of ServiceNow, today announced that Founder and CEO Thiru Thangarathinam has been recognized as a 2025 AZ Business Angel of the Year by AZ Business Magazine. The recognition honors Arizona’s nonprofit community and the corporate leaders who champion their causes through meaningful philanthropy and community engagement.
Thangarathinam has distinguished himself through strategic philanthropic investments that drive measurable community impact. His leadership extends beyond traditional corporate giving to create a comprehensive model of service that empowers employees and strengthens nonprofit partnerships across Arizona.
“True leadership means serving as a community steward,” said Thiru Thangarathinam, founder and CEO of KeenStack. “At KeenStack, we believe that if you have the capacity to help, you have the responsibility to act and his recognition reflects not just my personal commitment, but the collective dedication of our entire team to making a meaningful difference in Arizona.”
Under Thangarathinam’s direction, KeenStack has established a workplace culture centered on giving back. Every employee receives paid time off dedicated to volunteer work, enabling team members to actively support nonprofit initiatives throughout the year. The company regularly participates in community-driven campaigns and events that benefit children’s hospitals and other vital community organizations.
AZ Business Angels and the Arizona Community Foundation created the Business Angels awards program to pay tribute to Arizona’s nonprofit community and recognize the business leaders who support them through sustained philanthropic giving, volunteerism, and community-centric work.
About KeenStack
KeenStack, is a professional services consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations implement, optimize, and manage their ServiceNow platforms. As a ServiceNow partner, they work to streamline workflows, improve operational efficiency, and drive digital transformation. Through strategic guidance, technical implementation, and ongoing support, KeenStack empowers clients to maximize the value of their ServiceNow investments. To learn more, please visit www.keenstack.com.
