ARLINGTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. September 2022–
Accenture Federal Services (AFS), an Accenture (NYSE: ACN) subsidiary, announces new positions for two executives following the departure of Chief Operating Officer Kenny Mitchell. Ron Ash will serve as the new chief operating officer and Elaine Beeman will assume the responsibilities of chief leadership officer.
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Ron Ash, Chief Operating Officer of AFS (Photo: Business Wire)
Ron Ash has held a variety of positions at AFS, most recently as head of the company’s Safety & Citizen Services portfolio. Ash previously served as Client Account Lead for both the State and Justice Departments, in addition to leading the Strategy and Advisory Growth Platform. Ash started his career at Accenture serving clients across multiple industries with a focus on supply chain transformation. Ash has been instrumental in shaping and driving AFS’ I&D priorities and supports the company’s Hispanic American Employee Resource Group.
“I am very excited to assume the role of Chief Operating Officer to accelerate our strategic priorities and help our customers achieve their mission,” said Ash. “I also look forward to helping the talented and diverse people at Accenture Federal Services advance in their careers. It really is an excellent opportunity.”
As Chief Leadership Officer, Elaine Beeman’s responsibilities will focus on employee experience and succession planning, working closely with AFS’ Chief Operating Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer, Portfolio Leads and the I&D Council to drive leadership development efforts. Beeman will continue to lead the company’s Civilian portfolio. Beeman joined AFS in 2009 and served as a Management Consulting Business Lead before taking on the role of Civilian Portfolio Lead where she has been involved in career development, people development and I&D initiatives.
“Leadership development is a fundamental part of building an exceptional workplace for our employees,” said Beeman. “I look forward to coaching, mentoring and inspiring the exceptional talent at Accenture Federal Services to take the company’s growth to the next level.”
Kenny Mitchell recently announced his retirement after 40 years of exceptional service to Accenture, including the last two years at Accenture Federal Services in the role of Chief Operating Officer.
About Accenture Federal Services
Accenture Federal Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Accenture LLP, is an American company headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Accenture’s federal business serves all Cabinet-level departments and 30 of the largest federal organizations. Accenture Federal Services turns bold ideas into breakthrough results for clients in defense, national security, public safety, civilian and military healthcare organizations. Visit us at www.accenturefederal.com.
About Accenture
Accenture is a global professional services company with leading digital, cloud and security capabilities. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we provide strategy and consulting, technology and operations services, and Accenture Song—all supported by the world’s largest network of advanced technology and intelligent operations centers. Delivering on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, our 710,000 employees serve customers in more than 120 countries. We harness the power of change to create value and shared success for our customers, employees, shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com.
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