Aprio Welcomes Carolyn O'Boyle as Chief People Officer, Fostering Transformative Growth

Aprio Appoints Carolyn O'Boyle as Chief People Officer

In an exciting development for the leadership team at Aprio, a prominent accounting and business advisory firm, Carolyn O'Boyle has been named Chief People Officer and Partner. This strategic appointment comes as the firm aims to further its transformative growth and solidify its commitment to creating a world-class company culture that empowers its employees.

With an impressive background in human resources and organizational management, Carolyn brings a wealth of experience to Aprio. She has a well-established reputation as a strategic leader, having successfully driven transformation in large-scale organizations. Her role will focus on crafting a talent strategy that aligns with Aprio's business objectives, attracting top-tier talent, and supporting their professional development to foster productivity and innovation.

As Aprio continues to expand as one of the top 25 firms in its sector, it recognizes that the key to its success lies in its people. Carolyn O'Boyle will spearhead the development of a workforce strategy that prepares teams for future challenges and embraces a technology-enabled service delivery model. Her vision for fostering an environment where employees feel valued and motivated resonates with Aprio's mission to elevate client experiences through its talent.

Richard Kopelman, the CEO of Aprio, expressed his enthusiasm for Carolyn's leadership, stating that she will be a significant catalyst for growth. He emphasized the importance of her experience in building high-performing teams and shared how her vision is expected to open new avenues for both employees and clients alike.

Before joining Aprio, Carolyn served as the Chief People Officer and Head of Strategy at the Boston Beer Company, where she led transformative people operations. Additionally, she spent two decades at Deloitte, holding roles including National Managing Director of Talent and Chief Operating Officer for Deloitte Talent. These experiences have equipped her with the insights necessary to navigate and lead complex organizational changes effectively.

In her own words, Carolyn O'Boyle sees Aprio as a forward-thinking firm, one that places significant importance on its people. "I am excited to be part of an exceptional team where talent and transformative growth go hand in hand. Our mission is to create a workplace that sets the standard for the industry and inspires our employees to thrive," she stated when accepting her new role.

Carolyn takes over the role from Larry Sheftel, who is transitioning to become a Partner and HR Advisor within the Aprio Alliance Workforce and Operations Team. Larry’s leadership played a crucial role in implementing innovative talent programs that have garnered multiple accolades, including national and regional honors from Energage and USA Today. Under his guidance, Aprio also achieved recognition on Vault's Top 150 Internships list and was honored as one of Atlanta Business Chronicle's Healthiest Employers for its commitment to employee well-being.

As Carolyn embarks on her new journey at Aprio, the firm looks ahead to a future where collaboration, growth, and supportive work environment intersect, setting a new benchmark in the advisory and accounting sector.

About Aprio

Since its establishment in 1952, Aprio has been a trusted partner for clients across the U.S. and more than 50 countries, delivering comprehensive professional services tailored to each client's unique needs. Aprio offers a diverse array of services from auditing and accounting to advisory and tax solutions. With a growing team exceeding 2,800 members, Aprio serves a wide variety of sectors—ranging from manufacturing and distribution to technology and government contracting. Not only does Aprio focus on providing exceptional client services, but it also places great emphasis on nurturing a culture of growth and excellence within its team.