London, 17 June 2026 – KPMG International today announced leadership appointments to the Global Board of KPMG International.
Will Williams appointed Global Chief Operating Officer, effective 1 October 2026
Will succeeds Gary Wingrove, who was appointed as KPMG’s next Global Chairman and CEO from 1 October. Will currently serves as Chair of KPMG’s Americas Region and previously held the role of COO for the Americas and Vice Chair of Operations for KPMG US. Across these leadership positions, he has played a key role in shaping strategy, strengthening operational excellence, advancing regional integration, aligning investments and supporting the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, to enhance both client outcomes and firm performance.
As Global COO, he will work closely with Global Chairman and CEO-elect Gary Wingrove and the Global Management Team, with responsibility for driving execution of the firm’s strategy, aligning technology and investment priorities, accelerating transformation initiatives and overseeing key global capabilities across the KPMG network.
Tim Walsh elected Chair and Atif Zaim elected Deputy Chair for the Americas Region, effective 1 July 2026
Tim Walsh has been elected Chair of KPMG’s Americas Region, succeeding Will Williams. Tim will continue to serve as Chair and Chief Executive Officer of KPMG LLP in the United States, alongside his regional responsibilities.
At the same time, Atif Zaim has been elected Deputy Chair of the Americas Region and will join the Global Board. Atif will continue to serve as Deputy Chair and Managing Principal for the US firm.
Together, Tim and Atif bring deep experience working with complex, multinational clients and a strong track record of leading at scale. They are known for setting clear strategic direction, driving disciplined execution, and fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and accountability. With a shared focus on agility, innovation, quality, and growth, they are well positioned to lead the Americas region and contribute meaningfully to the next chapter of KPMG’s global strategy.
Klaus Becker re‑elected Chairman of EMA region, effective 1 October 2026
KPMG International also announced that Klaus Becker has been re‑elected as Chairman of the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMA) region for a further three‑year term from 1 October 2026.
The re‑election was ratified by the EMA Board, reflecting continued confidence in Klaus’ leadership of the firm’s largest and most diverse region, spanning more than 100 countries. During his first term, Klaus played a central role in advancing the firm’s Collective Strategy across the region, particularly in areas such as AI‑enabled transformation, cybersecurity, alliances‑driven growth and cross‑border services.
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