PwC Elects Paul Griggs as U.S. Senior Partner

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has announced the election of Paul Griggs as its next U.S. Senior Partner, succeeding Tim Ryan, who will retire on June 30, 2024. Griggs, a nearly 30-year veteran of PwC, is set to begin his four-year term on July 1, 2024.

Professional Background

Griggs currently serves as Vice Chair of U.S. Markets, overseeing the strategy and execution of commercial, people, community, and quality efforts across more than 90 offices. He has served as a lead client partner for some of the firm's largest clients, advising companies through significant global changes, including business model reinvention, public offerings, acquisitions, and divestitures. Additionally, Griggs co-leads My+, PwC's people strategy that empowers the firm's 75,000 professionals to develop and grow their careers, including upskilling the entire workforce on generative AI.

Leadership Perspectives

Griggs expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, stating, "We are in an era of reinvention, with many companies looking to transform their businesses through data, AI, and other advancing technologies while also building greater trust with stakeholders and upholding the integrity of the capital markets." He emphasized his commitment to building on PwC's foundation of success to serve clients in new ways and deliver on the firm's purpose.

Tim Ryan, the outgoing Senior Partner, praised Griggs' leadership, noting, "Serving this incredible firm is one of my greatest honors. I am so proud of how our 75,000 partners and people team together to build trust and deliver sustained outcomes—from enhancing confidence in the capital markets to supporting our clients as they navigate AI, climate transition, supply chain challenges, and more." He expressed confidence in Griggs' ability to lead PwC into its next chapter of growth.

Firm Overview

PwC is a global network of firms committed to building trust in society and solving important problems. With over 360,000 people across 151 countries, PwC delivers quality in assurance, advisory, and tax services. The firm is dedicated to helping clients navigate complex challenges and achieve their business objectives.