Wipfli Announces Rebekah Gardner as Their New Chief Growth Officer for Strategic Expansion

Wipfli Welcomes Rebekah Gardner as Chief Growth Officer

Wipfli LLP, a leading advisory and accounting firm, proudly announces the appointment of Rebekah Gardner as its new chief growth officer. With an impressive background in sales leadership and strategic growth, Gardner will be instrumental in steering the firm towards its ambitious expansion goals.

A Wealth of Experience

Rebekah Gardner comes to Wipfli with over two decades of experience in various leadership roles. Prior to joining Wipfli, she served as the global chief sales officer at Ryan LLC, where she managed a sales organization of over 175 professionals across multiple continents. Gardner's innovative restructuring of Ryan's global sales division led to improved collaboration and accountability, significantly increasing the division's win rate.

Beyond her tenure at Ryan LLC, Gardner held key roles at Grant Thornton LLP and PricewaterhouseCoopers, where she excelled in managing client relationships and introducing cutting-edge service offerings. Her extensive experience across different sectors, including healthcare, technology, retail, and manufacturing, equips her with unique insights that will benefit Wipfli.

Strategic Vision for Growth

As the new chief growth officer, Gardner's leadership will focus on enhancing Wipfli’s market strategies and expanding its presence in key markets. “I am thrilled to join Wipfli as chief growth officer. Listening to the team and understanding our core business, people, and clients will be my initial priorities,” Gardner stated. Her goal is to help Wipfli reach a billion dollars in revenue by enhancing value delivery for clients through disciplined execution of effective growth strategies.

Kurt Gresens, managing partner at Wipfli, expressed enthusiasm regarding Gardner’s appointment: “Rebekah’s extensive experience and her innovative approach to growth will be invaluable as we continue to evolve and expand our firm. Her commitment to understanding our business aligns perfectly with Wipfli's core values.”

Focus Areas for the Future

Looking forward, Gardner plans to prioritize several key initiatives that aim to propel Wipfli's growth trajectory. She aims to develop new service offerings, optimize current market strategies, and foster a collaborative culture within the firm. By leveraging her expertise in team transformation and high-performance sales strategies, Gardner aims to cultivate an environment where innovation thrives and employees are empowered to excel.

Moreover, Gardner holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Iowa and is a certified public accountant. Her dedication extends beyond the workplace; she actively participates in several professional and community organizations, including the Texas Women's Foundation.

About Wipfli LLP

Wipfli LLP offers comprehensive advisory services to help clients navigate a rapidly changing business landscape, optimize operational performance, and drive growth. With more than 3,300 associates, the firm provides a broad range of digital, strategic, financial, and outsourcing solutions to over 55,900 clients.

With Rebekah Gardner at the helm of growth strategies, Wipfli is poised for an exciting journey towards innovative service delivery and expanded market reach. The combination of her expertise and Wipfli’s commitment to excellence signals a transformative era ahead for the firm and its clients.