Joe Depa Appointed EY Global Chief Innovation Officer to Lead Global Innovation Strategy
LONDON, November 26, 2024 – EY announced the appointment of Joe Depa as its new Head of Global Innovation, with immediate effect. In this key role, Deja will lead the organization’s efforts to discover and implement new technologies, leading teams and EY clients through complex business challenges, promoting innovation in all industries.
Depa takes its position at a time of transformation, such as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing and the remodeling of the blockchain of the global commercial landscape. To deal with these disruptive forces, EY has invested to a large extent in innovation, including the creation of the EY.ai AI Global Advisory Board. Under Depa’s leadership, the organization aims to implement these technologies to create practical applications that improve service delivery and promote tangible results for clients.
“In this time of constant unrest, success requires a forward-looking approach and bold decisions,” said Raj Sharma, EY Global Managing Partner of Growth and Innovation. ” Joe’s AI experience and data, along with his innovative mentality, will enable EY to help clients shape their future with confidence. Debra brings more than a decade of experience working with C-suite leaders to introduce state-of-the-art solutions that transform operations, increase the experience of customers and employees and promote efficiency through advanced technologies.
In carrying out his duties as Data Manager and IA Manager at a major university and health care organization, Deja launched a CEW literacy program, established a responsible governance framework for the CEW, and developed a secure database. He has also served as Managing Director and global leader for data and AI in a multinational professional services company, where he led teams in the creation and deployment of AI-oriented products and services. Recognized for his contributions, Deja was named one of the “50 world leaders” by the AI World Summit and received the Fast Company World Changing Idea Award.
Expressing its enthusiasm for its new role, Depa said, “I am really excited to join an organization that is “All in its commitment to the potential for transformation of emerging technologies. I look forward to helping EY clients and teams apply innovation boldly, using data, AI and emerging technologies to create value and make the world a better place. »
EY’s commitment to innovation reflects its broader mission to build a better world of work. By taking advantage of advanced technologies, data and AI, EY helps clients meet the most pressing challenges and prepare for the future. Working in more than 150 countries, the organization offers comprehensive services through security, advice, taxes and strategy, supported by its global network and various ecosystem partners.
While companies are facing unprecedented technological and economic changes, the EY approach to applied innovation, led by Depa, aims to put the company and its customers at the forefront of transformation. For more information on EY initiatives and services, visit ey.com.
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