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Joe Depa Takes the Helm as Global Director of Innovation at EY

In a strategic move aimed at enhancing its innovation capabilities, EY has announced the appointment of Joe Depa as its new Global Director of Innovation, effective immediately. Depa will spearhead the firm’s global innovation strategy, focusing on the integration of emerging technologies to address pressing business challenges and invigorate the company's service delivery.

This transition comes at a pivotal time when businesses across various sectors are grappling with the rapid evolution of technology. The integration of cutting-edge advancements like artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and blockchain is reshaping industries, presenting both challenges and opportunities for organizations. EY is determined to stay ahead of these developments, marked by significant investments in these technologies as well as the establishment of a new global advisory board dedicated to AI initiatives, known as EY.ai.

As the Global Director of Innovation, Depa’s responsibility will encompass overseeing the successful implementation of innovative technologies across specific business applications, not only within EY but also in collaboration with its client organizations. Raj Sharma, EY’s global managing partner for growth and innovation, illustrated the importance of a forward-thinking approach, emphasizing that success today requires bold decision-making rooted in innovative thinking. "Joe brings with him a wealth of experience and insight in the areas of AI and data development, which positions him to lead our strategic innovation efforts effectively, enabling EY teams to empower clients in shaping their futures with greater confidence," Sharma stated.

For the past decade, Depa has worked closely with executives to deliver innovative products and services, enhance client and employee satisfaction, and drive operational efficiency through targeted technological solutions. His most recent role was as the Chief Data and AI Officer at a leading academic and healthcare institution, where he championed AI literacy and launched responsible AI management programs while ensuring a robust data foundation. Prior experience includes serving as a global lead for data and AI at a multinational professional services corporation, where he directed a team of AI strategists and data engineers in developing and launching groundbreaking products and services.

Joe Depa commented on his excitement about joining EY: "I am truly thrilled to be part of an organization that is wholeheartedly committed to the transformative potential of emerging technologies. I look forward to collaborating with EY teams and clients to leverage innovation in bold new ways that create value through data, AI, and cutting-edge technologies, ultimately making the world a better place."

Renowned for his thought leadership in AI, Depa has been recognized as one of the 'Top 50 Global Leaders' by the World AI Summit and has received accolades including the 'World Changing Idea' award from Fast Company.

EY is dedicated to building a better working world by producing new values for clients, people, society, and the planet while fostering trust in capital markets. By leveraging data, AI, and advanced technologies, EY teams assist clients in confidently shaping their futures and addressing the most pressing issues facing businesses today and tomorrow. With operations spanning over 150 countries, EY’s multidisciplinary network empowers teams to deliver a wide array of services across assurance, consulting, strategy, and transactions, all to help clients achieve their goals with confidence.

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