ILTA Awards

Arman Afkhami LinkedIn / arman-afkhami/ 2026 WINNER Y O U N G P R O F E S S I O N A L S T O W A T C H / 2026 A rman Afkhami is a Senior Account Executive at TitanFile Inc., where he specializes in partnering with law firms in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. to help them evaluate and select the ideal secure file -sharing solution for their organizations. In his role, he collaborates closely with IT, security, records, and practice leaders to ensure that technology decisions align with operational needs , risk considerations , and long-term succes s . He leads detailed proof- of- concept initiatives, guiding organizations through security assessments, workflow validation, and change management discussions to support informed, strategic adoption of new tools. Arman's approach emphasizes transparency and thought ful e x e c u t i o n , p a r t i c u l a r l y i n h i g h - r i s k , b u s i n e s s - c r i t i c a l environments where trust is essential. He is known for facilitating open, honest conversations around expectations, limitations, a n d r i sk , eve n wh e n th at re q u ire s sl owin g d own d e c i si o n - making processes. By acting as an advisor to both technical and business stakeholders , he helps organizations pressure -test their assumptions and arrive at solutions that best fit their needs. His commitment to maintaining strong, respectful relationships remains consistent, even in situations where TitanFile is not ultimately selected. He defines professionalism as a combination of honesty, integrity, and accountabilit y. Arman prioritize s clear communic ation , consistent follow-through, and respect for the demands placed on legal professionals. He approaches each engagement with the mindset of delivering value first, ensuring that every interaction contributes to building trust. Internally, he leads by example as an individual contributor, recognizing that how he represents himself directly reflects on his organization and influences team culture. Arman's contributions to the legal technology community reflect a strong commitment to learning, connection, and knowledge sharing. Entering the industry from a background in live events and entertainment, he focused on building a deep understanding of t h e l e g a l te c h l a n d s c a p e b y e n g a g i n g w i t h p e e r s a n d p a r ti c ip atin g in in d u s tr y eve nt s . H e h a s sin c e c o ntr ib u te d to c o n ve r s a t i o n s w i t h i n t h e c o m m u n i t y t h ro u g h p o d c a s t appearances and by encouraging professionals to engage with ILTA and its network. He is an active par ticipant in ILTA events, including ILTACON, E VO LVE , ILTAC O N Europ e , an d region al gatherings a cros s multiple markets. In addition, Arman has taken on speaking and hosting roles at a range of professional and community events, reflecting his abilit y to engage diverse audiences and foster meaningful dialogue. Arman's work is grounded in values of respect, inclusivity, and continuous growth. He supports the development of his peers by e n c o u r a g i n g th e m to s te p o u t si d e th e i r c o mfo r t zo n e s and models a consistent, ethical approach in his professional interactions . Outside of his core responsibilities , he has also demonstrated a commitment to communit y impact through fundraising ef for ts for lung c ancer research , reinforcing his dedication to contributing positively both within and beyond the legal technology industry. ILTA AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE 2026 2 8

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