Shaping the future of Accenture: Julie Sweet, CEO, Accenture
Accenture, world’s leading software services company, has appointed Julie Sweet the new CEO (chief executive officer). David Rowland, currently the interim CEO, has been appointed Executive Chairman. Marge Magner, currently Non-Executive Chair of the Board, will resume her role as lead independent Director. These changes are effective September 1st 2019.
Sweet is currently the CEO of Accenture’s business in North America, the company’s largest geographic market with revenues of approximately $18 billion for fiscal 2018—serving more than 70 percent of the Fortune 500. Previously, Sweet was Accenture’s General Counsel, Secretary & Chief Compliance Officer. As a member of Accenture’s senior leadership team for nearly a decade, she has played an integral role in the company’s business and investment strategy. Prior to joining Accenture, Sweet was a partner for 10 years in the law firm of Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP. Upon assuming the role of CEO, Sweet will join the company’s board of directors.
“Julie is the right person to lead Accenture into the future, given her strong command of our business and proven ability to drive results in our largest market,” said Rowland. “We are on a positive growth trajectory at Accenture and are very well-positioned to continue building on our strong momentum. I am so pleased and proud that Julie will lead our company, and I am excited to work with her — along with our entire senior leadership team — to ensure a seamless transition and on Accenture’s next phase of growth and market leadership.”
“I’m truly honored to lead our extraordinary company as Accenture’s chief executive officer,” said Sweet. “I look forward to continuing to work closely with our exceptional senior leadership team, along with David, as our executive chairman, and our entire board of directors. Accenture has the most talented people and group of leaders in our industry. Together, we will capture the next waves of growth for Accenture by remaining laser-focused on serving our clients, creating significant value for our shareholders and providing the best career experiences for our people”, added she.
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