Financial services giant KPMG has announced new leadership of its South West and Wales offices.
David Williams will take on the leadership of the Bristol, Plymouth and Cardiff offices as Ian Brokenshire retires after marking 35 years with the firm.
In his new role as South West region senior partner, Mr Williams will lead over 700 colleagues across the regions.
Mr Williams takes on the role after more than 12 years in senior leadership positions, both globally and in the UK. He has experience across the private sector, the transport sector and the firm’s infrastructure, government and healthcare practice and recently lead the firm’s Cardiff office as its office senior partner.
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The new South West leadership team will also include Jeremy Thomas, partner, in Cardiff and Andrew Gordon, director, in Plymouth.
Mr Williams succeeds Mr Brokenshire, who joined KPMG in 1988 as a graduate. Mr Brokenshire has worked in the South West for more than three decades, with a particular focus on advising private businesses. He has served as the Bristol Office senior partner for the last three years and will retire in September to pursue part time non-executive director and advisory roles.
Commenting on his appointment, Mr Williams said: “I am excited to be leading our work in the region and building on the momentum in the market as client needs continue to evolve. The South West is dynamic, has an interesting business makeup, and continues to attract talent and significant investment due to its connectivity and vibrant community.
“We have a talented team on the ground, as well as a strong market presence, and I’m looking forward to working even more closely with our audit, tax, deals and advisory teams to continue delivering for our clients.”
“Ian has been central to the work that KPMG does in the region and leaves a lasting legacy in the business community in the South West.”
Mr Brokenshire added: “It has been an honour to lead the Bristol and Plymouth offices and successfully support and provide insights and value to all the businesses I’ve had the opportunity to work with. I look forward to seeing how the South West businesses market continues to grow and evolve over the next few years, especially in the energy and technology sectors.
“I wish David all the best in the role. His experience, particularly spanning across both the private and public sector, and ties to the region mean that he is best placed to take our work in the region forward and continue growing the team.”
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