19 MAY 2025 / PEOPLE UPDATES

CohnReznick Appoints Melissa Walker to Lead Data & AI Practice

- MYCPE ONE Insights Team

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Melissa (Mel) Walker has been appointed as the managing director and leader of the Data & AI practice at CohnReznick LLP. Walker, who brings over 20 years of experience in operational strategy and technology consulting, will focus on helping clients use data and artificial intelligence to boost financial performance and operational efficiency.

CohnReznick LLP has announced that Melissa (Mel) Walker has joined the firm as managing director and leader of its Data & AI practice. Based in New York, Walker brings over two decades of leadership experience in operational strategy, technology consulting, and full P&L management across the public, private, and startup sectors.

Walker is recognized for her ability to develop and execute strategic technology roadmaps that advance innovation, align with business objectives, and support long-term growth. Her role at CohnReznick will center on helping clients harness the power of data and artificial intelligence to improve financial performance and enhance operational efficiency.

Before joining CohnReznick, Walker served as executive vice president for a globally recognized organization that focuses on securing IT systems and data. In that role, she was responsible for formulating business strategies and policies, as well as implementing new processes and management systems designed to fulfill the organization’s mission and strategic goals.

“In today’s marketplace, clients of all sizes and across industries are prioritizing the development and implementation of secure data infrastructure to mitigate risk,” said Kristen Soles, managing principal of CohnReznick’s global consulting solutions practice. “Mel has a proven track record spanning client service and thought leadership in technology and data. Her ability to champion cross-functional collaboration, communication, and efficiencies will play an integral role in helping our clients successfully leverage data and AI to transform financial and operational strategies.”

Walker’s appointment underscores CohnReznick’s focus on digital transformation as an essential component of modern advisory services. With FY23 net revenue of $1.05 billion, the firm continues to invest in innovation-driven leadership to support its clients' evolving technology needs.

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CohnReznick Appoints Melissa Walker to Lead Data & AI Practice

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