KPMG in the U.S. has elected Paul Knopp to serve as its next Chair and Chief Executive Officer for a five-year term beginning July 1, 2020. Knopp has been with the firm for 36 years and has extensive experience serving large multinational clients and leading several of the firm’s most complex global audit engagements across a variety of industries. Laura Newinski has been elected to serve as the firm’s next Deputy Chair. She currently serves as Vice Chair of Operations and has held a variety of leadership roles in the firm’s Tax practice. Together, Knopp and Newinski are committed to delivering the highest quality and excellence, continuing the firm’s focus on culture and values, fostering an inclusive environment, and driving innovation and growth.
Knopp and Newinski will succeed Lynne Doughtie and P. Scott Ozanus, who have served as U.S. Chair and Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Chair, respectively, since 2015. Under Doughtie and Ozanus’ leadership, the firm made significant investments in quality, advanced the firm’s culture and values, and drove many strategic growth initiatives. Doughtie previously announced that she would not seek a second term, and both she and Ozanus will retire from the firm later this year.
Paul Knopp and Laura Newinski
“Paul’s deep understanding of our business, proven track record serving clients undergoing complex change, and strong leadership skills make him the ideal choice to lead the firm,” said Lynne Doughtie, KPMG U.S. Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “I have had the pleasure of working closely with Paul for many years, and I can attest to his values-based leadership. He is a thoughtful, confident, and decisive leader who inspires people at all levels. Laura is a proven leader who has a long and successful track record driving operational excellence, transformative change, and growth for the firm.”
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