KPMG International has announced new Global Sector Head appointments as it strengthens its support for clients internationally across its industry portfolio.
Three new appointments have been made – spanning a range of sector groups. The new leaders bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their roles, ensuring that KPMG’s global network of member firms are at the forefront of industry innovation and client expertise.
Gavin Geminder has been appointed Global Sector Head of Private Equity.
Gavin, who is currently based in the US, has worked for KPMG for almost three decades throughout the world, including London, Hong Kong, New York and San Francisco. He brings a wealth of Private Equity experience to his new role, including his most recent responsibility as US Advisory Lead for Private Equity.
Speaking of his immediate priorities, Gavin said:
“I look forward to helping advance the huge global opportunity Private Equity presents to our overall global growth ambition. Together with the amazing global community at KPMG that has a real passion for delivering an unparalleled experience to our Private Equity clients, we will collectively look to execute a strategy that delivers outcomes we will all be proud of.”
Dr. Andreas Ries has been appointed Global Sector Head of Automotive.
He brings a wealth of experience from his current role as Global Lead Partner for a major international car manufacturer in Germany and has gained extensive industry insight as a member of KPMG’s Global Automotive Leadership team for EMA and Head of Automotive at KPMG in Germany.
Commenting on his new role, Andreas said:
“I look forward to working with our multi-disciplinary teams across geographies to focus on helping our clients and to achieve our growth ambition Together, For Better.”
Conor Moore has been appointed Global Sector Head of Private Enterprise.
He started his career with KPMG twenty years ago, focused on tech and life sciences. Since then, he’s become the National Co-Leader of the Emerging Giants Practice in the US Channel Leader, Private Enterprise as well as the lead role for the Americas Private Enterprise practice.
Commenting on his appointment, Conor said:
“I’m looking forward to using my passion for the tech and private enterprise space to enable our KPMG member firms achieve their growth ambitions for private companies across all functions. I’m focused on working closely with our experts and lead partners in countries and territories across the world to ensure consistent delivery and long-term success.”
Brian O’Neill,
Senior Manager, Global External Communications
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E: Brian.O’Neill@kpmg.co.uk
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