Accenture Names Andrew J.P. Levy Chief Corporate and Government Affairs Officer

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Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has appointed Andrew J.P. Levy as chief corporate and government affairs officer, a newly created role aimed at enhancing geopolitical strategic analysis and global government relations. Levy, who has over 10 years of experience at Accenture, will lead efforts to navigate geopolitical trends and collaborate with governments. He brings a strong legal and political background, having served in various legal capacities, including as deputy general counsel for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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• Creation of a new role to enhance geopolitical strategic analysis.
• Appointment of a seasoned professional, Andrew J.P. Levy, with over 10 years at Accenture.

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Newly created role will lead geopolitical strategic analysis and the company’s global government relations function

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has appointed Andrew J.P. Levy to the newly created position of chief corporate and government affairs officer. In this newly created role, Levy will lead the company’s geopolitical strategic analysis and its global government relations function, as well as a global network of external strategists and advisors in this area.

Levy has been with Accenture for more than 10 years, most recently serving as the company’s general counsel for Growth Markets, based in Hong Kong and Singapore. Prior to joining Accenture, Levy held other regional and global legal roles for Accenture. Previously, he was an attorney with Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP in New York and Washington, D.C., and served as deputy general counsel for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

“Assessing geopolitical trends and working effectively with governments and thought leaders around the world has never been more important,” said Joel Unruch, general counsel and corporate secretary at Accenture. “Andrew’s international experience and political and legal background make him perfectly suited for this new and extremely important role.”

Levy, who is based in Chicago, will report directly to Unruch and work closely with members of Accenture’s Global Management Committee and other senior leadership, as well as the company’s Board of Directors.

About Accenture
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FAQ

Who is the new chief corporate and government affairs officer of Accenture?

Andrew J.P. Levy has been appointed as the chief corporate and government affairs officer.

What is the significance of the newly created role at Accenture?

The role focuses on geopolitical strategic analysis and enhances Accenture's global government relations.

How long has Andrew J.P. Levy been with Accenture?

Andrew J.P. Levy has been with Accenture for over 10 years.

What prior experience does Andrew J.P. Levy have before his new role?

Levy served as general counsel for Growth Markets and as deputy general counsel for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Where is Andrew J.P. Levy based in his new role?

Levy is based in Chicago.