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Tell us about your ultimate Anaplan dinner party — Community Q&A Challenge

becky.leung

Ready for something a little different? Today we are kicking off a brand new, lighthearted challenge just for fun! We want to celebrate the connections that make this Anaplan ecosystem so great.

You are curating the ultimate Anaplan Community dinner — bringing together people who inspire, challenge, and elevate the ecosystem. Who is on your invite list, and what makes them a must-have guest at the table?

How to participate

The dinner party Q&A Challenge kicks off today, August 3, and concludes August 21.
Drop a comment below and tag (@ mention) at least one person you would invite to dinner. Feel free to tag a few Community members if you want!
Tell us why this person or group made the list: is it a Certified Master Anaplanner who always solves your toughest modeling woes? A peer you admire for their creative solutions? Or maybe a colleague who makes every project more fun?
Bonus question: what are we eating, or what are we talking about while we eat?
Participate and earn a badge! As a fun bonus, everyone who participates by commenting below will earn this Community badge!

We can't wait to see who you bring to the table. Tag your guest(s) below!

Comments

SIVAPRASADPERAM

I'd invite @SunnyNafraz / @manchiravi/ @Anjaneyulu Putta/ @Babu12/@Anilkumarch/ @RahulSelvan @Poojalakshmi/ @Pradyumna / @Ravitejavarma / @NaveenAbbina to the Dream table 🍽️.

I would likely to invite my team who is supported me in all my Anaplan journey.

@SunnyNafraz/ @manchiravi/ @Babu12 is the kind of leader and mentor everyone hopes to have on a project. Whenever I find myself stuck in a critical situation or facing a tough challenge, he's always there to provide clear guidance, practical solutions, and the right direction. His ability to stay calm under pressure and help the team navigate complex situations is something I truly admire.

Beyond project delivery, The team consistently supports the team, encourages collaboration, and helps create an environment where everyone can succeed. He doesn't just solve problems; he helps people grow while solving them.

@Anjaneyulu Putta / @Anilkumarch/ @RahulSelvan/ @Poojalakshmi / @Pradyumna / @Ravitejavarma / @NaveenAbbina - A special thank you to the team who supported me throughout my Anaplan journey. Tagging only a few names here, but I am grateful to everyone who contributed to my learning, growth, and success.

Bonus Answer: While enjoying some delicious biryani, barbecue, and desserts 😄, we'd probably be talking about project deliverables, lessons learned from challenging situations, and innovative ways to support, motivate, and manage teams more effectively. Of course, there would also be plenty of stories, laughs, and behind-the-scenes project moments that never make it into the status reports!

Thanks team for always being a great guide and making even the toughest project situations feel manageable👏.

seymatas1

I would invite @Marina Ketelslegers and @Tiffany.Rice.

Since we have never met in person, it would be nice to connect and talk. I would prepare a Mediterranean-style dinner, and maybe Marina would bring us "Medovik."

We could drink black tea and talk about the funniest moments from our Anaplan consulting projects. Why not?

PriyaKumari

I would like to invite @Babu12 to my ultimate Anaplan dinner party.
He is someone I truly admire for his willingness to help, share knowledge, and support the team whenever challenges arise. Whether it's solving a complex modeling issue, providing guidance on best practices, or simply encouraging others to keep learning, Babu always brings a positive attitude and a collaborative spirit. His expertise and dedication make every project smoother and every team stronger.

We'd enjoy a delicious South Indian dinner with biryani and dessert while discussing Anaplan modeling tips, project success stories, lessons learned from challenging implementations, and the future of AI and connected planning.

Thank you, @Babu12, for your constant support and guidance throughout my learning journey. I feel truly lucky to have someone like you who is always willing to help, share knowledge, and encourage others also to grow🙌😊

Tiffany.Rice

Count me in, that sounds like one amazing dinner!!!

SunnyNafraz

I'd invite @SIVAPRASADPERAM and @Anjaneyulu Putta and @TharuniDevi to the table !!
Infact I would likely to call around 15 people who is supporting and had supported me in all my Anaplan journey. Every individual has a story and memory and brings us their unique skills in growing Anaplan across and within the team.

But if I would like to nominate the best three, here we go:

@SIVAPRASADPERAM is our Master Anaplanner - the person I turn to daily for Anaplan guidance. Whatever the modeling challenge, he brings clarity and depth that makes the toughest problems feel solvable.

@Anjaneyulu Putta is the true go-to person for everyone on the team - always ready to help, always dependable, the kind of colleague who makes every project run smoother just by being on it.

@TharuniDevi : She is good at handling, managing and training the Young Professionals on Anaplan. Always strive forward to guide them and share knowledge and encourage them to grow.

Thank you, all the three for your constant support through out my Anaplan journey and helping me to adapt & grow Anaplan for various use cases.

Bonus: Over some good biryani & Barbeque and drinks, we'd probably be swapping war stories from tricky implementations and brainstorming better ways to support the team!

SIVAPRASADPERAM

Thank you @SunnyNafraz for inviting me to your dream party.

TharuniDevi

I would love to invite @SunnyNafraz and @Harshitgupta1 to the dream table.

@SunnyNafraz has been a constant source of motivation for me, always standing by my side and encouraging my professional growth at every step.

@Harshitgupta1 is a fantastic peer and a total workaholic whose endless energy and willingness to help make collaboration effortless and highly productive.

Having both of them at the table brings the perfect balance of inspiration and hard work.

We will be enjoying a traditional, authentic Andhra meals spread, complete with spicy chutneys, dal, Mango Pickel and local delicacies to keep our energy high! 🍛

While enjoying our food, our conversation will naturally dive into all the different, innovative modeling challenges we encounter in Anaplan. We will be brainstorming creative workarounds, sharing model optimization tips, discussing future roadmap features, and talking about so much more that keeps our passion for planning alive!

To be fair, my actual invite list is huge because there are just so many cool people in this community, I’d love to hang out with, but I had to start with these two legends!

AntonS_*9173

Despite the new post-COVID opportunities for remote work, sometimes you still want to meet and talk in person, especially if you haven’t met these people before and working on 100% from you home office.

I would invite my TRU Consulting colleagues
@Audrey1 , Linda M, Casey M over for homemade Russian pelmeni, which we traditionally make together as a family during long winter weekend nights.

I’m grateful to Audrey for her thoughtful advice and professional approach to working with clients, and to Linda and Casey for always being ready to provide backup and for bringing lots of laughter and jokes to the team, which definitely makes our daily meetings more lively and enjoyable.

DmitrySorokin

Without hesitation, this is my ultimate super circle:

@Gaurav Kumar, @ni272445, @RahulSelvan, @stephenwhittaker99@gmail.com, @VikramArora1.

I interact with each of them daily, and each brings a unique perspective, along with a wealth of knowledge and experience. There are many more I’d fly in to sit at the same table, sharing some biryani, chai, and desserts—and probably talking about weekend adventure plans, laughing at ourselves, and learning more about each other’s interests.

Bhumit285

I'd invite @PulkitChawla, @seymatas1, @Misbah my dinner table.

they bring a unique perspective and energy that makes every conversation valuable. Whether it's solving complex Anaplan challenges, sharing innovative ideas, or exchanging experiences from different projects, I've always learned something new from them. They are the kind of people who push you to think differently and grow professionally while keeping things engaging and enjoyable.

Stacey_Gibbens

I would invite @AnttiLouh, with whom I held a session during one of the first Anaplan Live! events in November 2021. One of the fantastic things about Anaplan is the community that spans the entire globe! I would never have had an opportunity to meet so many people from so many countries without Anaplan.

I got to meet and get to know Antti Louhivuori while preparing to present the Data Integrations Developer session (link below) and I would love to get to catch up with him. He's smart, funny, and a pleasure to chat with. A lot can happen in 5 years!

Data Integrations Developer: Session 1 - Anaplan Community

As for the menu? I think a variety of Spanish Tapas are right on target. Many different flavors and options, spicy or savory… and of course, flan for dessert! 🍮

SamuelLow

I would invite @MitchA to my dinner party. He is an experienced Certified Master Anaplanner, a great mentor, and a deep well of knowledge. He is someone I would trust him with any of my models, and to improve or make it more efficient. I think we'd go somewhere with amazing barbecue and tasty drinks so that we can spend time chatting over good food.

Misbah

I would love to invite @rob_marshall @becky.leung @einas.ibrahim @JaredDolich @AdeelAhmed
Nah, I am not going to talk about Anaplan even for a minute in the party. What fun to hang out with my favorites. Food and drinks is surely addition but more than anything it is time spent with them, that brings joy.

ABHI3795

I would like to invite @TonyViGrand . He is a experienced Certified Master Anaplanner, and we began our Anaplan journey together more than 8 years ago. Tony has always been passionate about discussing how Anaplan continues to evolve, enhance its capabilities, and strengthen its position in the market, often during daily meal conversations. Also, he is a true foodie, so I'm sure he will enjoy the dinner.

Tiffany.Rice

Solid choice of companion! Now I must know which city's BBQ do you prefer: Austin, Kansas City, Lexington, Memphis, St Louis, somewhere else entirely?

becky.leung

I love this! What a fun dinner party, thank you @Misbah!

pyrypeura

I would invite @NikoVilkko, @MarkusM and @MiikaHuuskonen. All experienced Master Anaplanners from Finland. Once colleagues and working today in different companies. Would be great to catch up on how we all are doing in our fight against common enemy of formulas in "IF 1=1 THEN TRUE ELSE FALSE" style.

Anjaneyulu Putta

I'd invite @SIVAPRASADPERAM @SunnyNafraz @Ravitejavarma @manchiravi @Poojalakshmi @Pradyumna @NaveenAbbina @Babu12my dinner table.

Special thank you to the team who supported me throughout my Anaplan journey. Tagging only a few names here, but I am grateful to everyone who contributed to my learning, growth, and success.

kamalakar1144

I'd invite @SunnyNafraz @SIVAPRASADPERAM @Anjaneyulu Putta @Poojalakshmi @Pradyumna @lokesh1156

My team members who have supported me throughout my Anaplan journey. Their guidance, mentorship and teamwork have helped me overcome challenges and grow professionally.

We'd enjoy biryani and barbecue while discussing Anaplan best practices, project experiences, lessons learned, and plenty of fun team stories! 😊🍽️🚀

sherinmpaul

I'd absolutely invite Joe to my dream Anaplan dinner party! 🎉

Joe is the kind of manager everyone hopes to have, someone who trusts you completely, encourages you to aim higher, and supports your career journey without hesitation. He's not just a manager; he's a true leader who leads by example and inspires those around him every day. 🌟

🍸 We'd kick off the evening with a refreshing Moscow Mule and Bourbon on the rocks 🥂 while diving into conversations about all the exciting UX page features we haven't had the chance to explore yet. The ideas would be flowing as easily as the drinks!

🍗 For starters, we'd enjoy a plate of delicious Chicken Wings, sparking a lively and fun debate about the pros and cons of CloudWorks vs. Workflow. There would be plenty of laughs, healthy disagreements, and shared insights along the way.

🥩🍗 For the main course, we'd feast on Classic-Cut Ribeye and Chicken Cordon Bleu, while geeking out over the evolution of Anaplan technology and discussing the strengths of the Polaris Engine versus the Classic Engine. Nothing pairs better with a great meal than a great strategy conversation!

🍋🍰 To finish the night, we'd indulge in a rich Lemon S'more Cheesecake, while exploring how AI-powered features can transform our projects and unlock new possibilities for the future. 🤖✨

As we waited for the Uber 🚖, we'd reflect on the fun learning curves, challenges, and victories we've experienced throughout our journey. We'd share stories, celebrate growth, and appreciate how far we've come, wrapping up the evening with great memories, endless inspiration, and plenty of excitement for what's ahead.

🎉 A perfect evening of leadership, Anaplan learning, laughter, and good food with an exceptional leader and mentor! 🌟👏🍽️🥂

@JoeBradbury

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