Matteo Colombo
Principal, KPMG Global Leader for Cloud, Data, AI
Background
Matteo Colombo serves as the Global Leader for Digital Technologies at KPMG. In this pivotal role, he spearheads the growth, transformation, and innovation across KPMG’s Digital Foundation and the global Centers of Excellence for Cloud, Data, and AI.
Matteo plays an instrumental role in shaping the use of technology in KPMG’s collective strategy and ensuring its effective implementation in local markets. Additionally, he manages relationships with KPMG’s key strategic technology partners.
Matteo's profound expertise encompasses both strategy and technology, with a particular emphasis on emerging trends that drive growth and innovation for clients and partners. He is a staunch advocate for the effective and ethical use of AI. With over twenty years of experience, Matteo has adeptly guided large enterprises in harnessing cutting-edge technologies to achieve significant, large-scale transformations.
Professional and Industry Experience
As a seasoned technologist, Matteo excels in advisory roles for large and strategic clients, particularly within the Technology, Telecommunications, and Capital Markets industries. In his current position, he is also responsible for spearheading Data Modernization efforts within the US market.
Prior to this role, Matteo was the national practice leader for US Digital Lighthouse, where he led initiatives to leverage cutting-edge technologies across engineering, data and AI. He also spearheaded KPMG’s Future of Program, integrating the firm’s latest research and thought leadership on the evolution of business functions, sectors, and industries.
Before joining KPMG, Matteo served as Vice President and Global Head for Business Analytics at HCL. In this capacity, he was responsible for integrating multiple analytics practices and launching a new analytics business under the Business Analytics Services (BAS) brand. Additionally, Matteo held a significant leadership position at IBM Global Business Services, where he served as a managing partner, supporting vertical growth in Business Analytics and ERP solutions.
Matteo's extensive experience and innovative approach have made him a pivotal figure in driving technological advancements and modernizing data practices across various sectors.