Deloitte elects Barry Salzberg as its new global CEO

Cristina Blanaru Marketing

Barry Salzberg was elected as next leader of Deloitte  Touche Tohmatsu Limited (DTTL). Salzberg will assume his new role and responsibilities on June 1st , the start of the new fiscal year.

Salzberg succeeds Jim Quigley, who is completing his term, and who will transition into a senior client service role as a senior partner in the Deloitte U.S. firm on June 1, 2011.

As the new DTTL CEO, Salzberg’s responsibilities will encompass working across a network of 53 member firms operating in 150 countries, with more than 170,000 people worldwide.

I am humbled by the confidence that the network has placed in my leadership during this historic time

Over the years, I have worked closely with Jim Quigley and admired his commitment to our strong global culture and shared values, which have brought us to our preeminent position in the marketplace today. I look forward to leading DTTL, helping grow the Deloitte network’s businesses, and maintaining the relentless focus on quality and client service that our member firms worldwide consistently uphold

Barry Salzberg

During his more than 30-year career at Deloitte U.S. firm, Salzberg has built an impressive record of success through a variety of leadership roles.

Previously, Salzberg held the roles of U.S. managing partner, as well as managing partner of Deloitte LLP’s tax practice, where he increased its market share significantly and received numerous awards and citations.

Salzberg joined Deloitte U.S. in 1977 and was admitted to the partnership in 1985.

Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, a UK private company limited by guarantee, and its network of member firms, each of which is a legally separate and independent entity.

Deloitte provides audit, tax, consulting, and financial advisory services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries. With a globally connected network of member firms in more than150 countries, Deloitte brings world-class capabilities and deep local expertise to help clients succeed wherever they operate. Deloitte’s approximately 170,000 professionals are committed to becoming the standard of excellence.