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Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has announced key leadership appointments to drive long-term growth and strategic reinvention in the AI era. Angie Park will become CFO on December 1, 2024, succeeding KC McClure, who retires after 36 years. Mauro Macchi will take over as CEO for EMEA on September 1, 2024, following Jean-Marc Ollagnier. Angela Beatty will be the new Chief Leadership and HR Officer starting September 1, 2024, replacing Ellyn Shook. Karthik Narain and Bhaskar Ghosh will assume additional responsibilities, becoming Group Chief Executive, Technology, and Chief Technology Officer, and Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, respectively. Atsushi Egawa and Ryoji Sekido will be co-CEOs of Asia Pacific, with Sekido joining the Global Management Committee. These changes are part of Accenture's strategy to adapt its Growth Model across three markets: the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has finalized the acquisition of SOKO, a prominent Brazilian creative agency. The acquisition, initially announced on May 2, 2024, integrates about 300 employees into Droga5 São Paulo, part of Accenture Song.

The move strengthens Accenture's creative and brand capabilities in Brazil and Latin America. SOKO co-CEOs Felipe Simi and Brisa Vicente are appointed as CEO and co-CEO, respectively, with former partner Felipe Belinky becoming the Chief Operating Officer.

SOKO is noted for its innovative brand storytelling and ranks among Brazil's top three advertising agencies. It has earned recognition in major international award shows and aims to boost Droga5's mission of delivering globally impactful creativity.

Accenture Federal Services has secured a Blanket Purchase Agreement with a ceiling value of $170 million from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to provide Flexible Agile Scalable Teams (FAST) support services. This agreement aims to enhance TSA's Security Operations (SO) across multiple modes of transportation within the U.S. and globally. The initiative will focus on implementing Agile design, development, testing, and maintenance capabilities to improve TSA's existing applications and introduce mobile and cloud technologies. The contract spans five years, reinforcing Accenture’s long-term support of TSA programs, including Vetting and Credentialing Systems and the modernization of the Secure Flight prescreening program.

Bath & Body Works (NYSE: BBWI) has announced a multi-year collaboration with Accenture (NYSE: ACN) to modernize and transform its digital and technology platforms. This initiative aims to elevate the brand, utilizing the latest in digital, MarTech, AI, and generative AI to drive growth. The collaboration will introduce innovative capabilities like a digital Fragrance Finder, powered by gen AI, to personalize customer experiences. Accenture’s research suggests that companies leveraging gen AI for customer initiatives can achieve 25% higher revenue growth over five years. The partnership focuses on enhancing customer experiences, operational efficiency, and brand engagement.

Accenture Federal Services has deployed its automated text message service, 'Annie,' nationwide at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs health centers. Annie assists Veterans with medication reminders, surgery prep, and monitoring health data like blood pressure. An eight-month study indicated positive feedback from Veterans for patient education, symptom management, and self-care. Notably, Annie contributed to a 53% decrease in surgery cancellations by helping patients adhere to pre-surgery protocols. The project supports the VA's Office of Connected Care and is part of Iron Bow Technologies' $2 billion contract to enhance Veterans' healthcare accessibility.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has entered a three-year partnership with Major League Cricket Champions MI New York, becoming their principal partner. The collaboration will see Accenture’s logo prominently displayed on MI New York's match and training jerseys. Accenture will leverage its technological, data, and AI expertise to enhance team performance and fan engagement both on and off the field. This partnership aims to utilize data analytics, video analysis, and smart technologies to boost players' and coaches' performance, improve team operations, and increase cricket's popularity and engagement among American youth. Major League Cricket's second season starts on July 5th, presenting an opportunity for U.S. fans to experience high-level T20 cricket.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) will announce its third-quarter fiscal 2024 financial results on Thursday, June 20, 2024. The company will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. EDT to discuss these results. The earnings release will be published prior to the conference call. Participants can join the teleconference by dialing specific numbers and using the access code 4074957. The conference call will be live-streamed on Accenture's Investor Relations webpage, with a replay available on the same site and via phone until September 25, 2024.

Accenture (NYSE:ACN) and Kraken Technologies are collaborating with EDF’s UK retail business to upgrade its platform, enhancing customer management of energy use and costs. EDF has transitioned over five million meter points to Kraken, which leverages advanced analytics, AI, and machine learning. This initiative aligns with EDF's strategy to expand its energy-retail customer base via digital transformation. Accenture and Kraken’s broader partnership aims to globally scale the Kraken tech and improve customer services. This technology facilitates efficient energy usage and cost reduction, supporting the adoption of smart energy products.

Accenture Song, a creative group under Accenture (NYSE: ACN), has been appointed by Randstad NV as its global creative and content agency. This collaboration aims to transform Randstad's marketing through generative AI, with a focus on creating an engaging and consistent brand presence. The new AI-powered content studio will utilize tools like Adobe Firefly to produce effective marketing content. This move aligns with Randstad's vision to be the most equitable and specialized talent company, addressing talent scarcity and leveraging new technologies to connect talent with employers.

Randstad’s Chief Marketing Officer, Miriam van der Heijden, emphasized the importance of this initiative in enhancing the company's relevancy among clients and talent. Joy Bhattacharya of Accenture Song highlighted the blend of human creativity and AI in achieving Randstad's mission.