Karen Nickel Anhalt is the Head of Global Analyst Relations for KPMG. She is passionate about bringing great minds together – from the industry analyst community and KPMG. In this role she leads her team in building strong relationships with industry analysts to gain valuable insights on behalf of the global firm. Likewise, her team helps analysts to deepen their understanding of KPMG’s strategic vision and the depth and breadth of services KPMG delivers to clients to help them achieve their business goals. Prior to joining KPMG, Karen was an industry analyst herself, researching regional consulting market development, as well as a journalist for major business publications in the US and Europe.