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CrossCountry Consulting, a leading business advisory firm, today announced the appointment of Amy Bjarnason and Neil Smith as Co-Presidents. Bjarnason will serve as President & Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Smith will operate as President & Consulting Practice Lead. The elevated positions are reflective of the firm’s sustained growth and the critical leadership both executives provide to the organization in addition to their current responsibilities. Erik Linn, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, will continue in his role directing the company’s overall strategy and positioning, including driving growth through acquisitions and new partner hires.
CrossCountry Consulting, a leading business advisory firm, today announced the acquisition of SCS Cloud, a recognized leader in implementing, supporting, and enhancing NetSuite for organizations in a diverse range of industries. This strategic move marks an exciting expansion of CrossCountry’s technology and ERP solutions and strengthens how it serves its CFO and private equity clients. Recently recognized as NetSuite’s 2024 North America Solution Provider Partner of the Year, SCS Cloud is a leader in cloud-based business management software solutions and has been a certified NetSuite Solution Provider for over a decade. With over 100 seasoned professionals in the U.S., Canada, U.K., and other strategic international locations, the firm has built a strong reputation for its deep technical and functional expertise and successful track record of delivering complex tailored solutions that enhance business operations. In addition to NetSuite, SCS Cloud also provides consulting and implementation services for Salesforce and Smartsheet.
We are filled with gratitude for the shared experiences and the opportunity to celebrate the richness of Hispanic culture within our community. We remain committed to continuing this journey of learning, celebration, and inclusivity throughout the year, and we are incredibly proud of the participation and hard work that made these events so special. We kicked off the month-long celebrations with a picnic in the Washington, D.C. area, where colleagues, friends, and families gathered to enjoy delicious cuisine, music, and games. Co-hosted by BOLD and the Black Employee Network (BEN), this gathering was a perfect blend of fun and cultural pride, reminding us of the power of community! On September 14, we partnered with the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) for a summit in Boston, Massachusetts that was focused on career growth and development. We also had the pleasure of hosting the ALPFA Washington, D.C. Board Meeting in our local office and attended the ALPFA Hispanic Heritage Month Gala, sponsored by EY. We enjoyed a wonderful evening of celebration and networking with LatinX Professionals. To continue the ongoing celebration, BOLD organized an office lunch in each local market that brought a taste of Hispanic cultural to the workplace. Each office featured a different restaurant that provided a diverse menu from a variety of Latin American countries. Learn more on our Community Blogs page!
CrossCountry Consulting, a leading business advisory firm, today announced the appointment of two San Francisco-based members to its Advisory Council: Kevin Asher, a former Senior Partner and business leader at Ernst & Young (EY); and Tim Zanni, a Qualified Financial Expert and former Senior Leader at KPMG LLP. Asher and Zanni will play an instrumental role in expanding the firm’s presence and capabilities in the Bay Area market. Asher joins the Advisory Council with a proven track record in addressing complex financial and strategic planning matters. With close to 40 years working directly with executive management teams and boards of Fortune 50 technology and industrial companies, he brings deep unparalleled expertise in finance and governance, challenging regulatory matters, and evolving landscapes. Zanni has over four decades of experience in professional services and business development leadership. In his previous leadership positions, he successfully led a global multi-billion-dollar business and spearheaded initiatives in Silicon Valley’s technology sector. Zanni’s expertise in health and life sciences, alongside his advisory roles across diverse industries, will help to support CrossCountry’s growth strategies. “We are thrilled to welcome Kevin and Tim to our growing Advisory Council,” said Erik Linn, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at CrossCountry Consulting.
CrossCountry Consulting, a leading business advisory firm, announced it has been featured for the ninth consecutive year on Inc. magazine’s annual Inc. 5000 list, a prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies in America. The Inc. 5000 list represents an unparalleled look at the nation’s most successful private companies and is considered the hallmark of U.S. entrepreneurial success. The Inc. 5000 class of 2024 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Companies are ranked according to percentage of revenue growth over a three-year period, comparing 2020 to 2023. They must also be an independent, for-profit, privately held company based in the U.S. to qualify. “It’s a humbling recognition of our business and accomplishments to be recognized on the Inc. 5000 list for nine consecutive years,” said Erik Linn, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of CrossCountry Consulting. “We set out from the very beginning to develop best-in-class solutions and a people-first culture that would create a better experience for our clients; our sustained growth is attributed to each of them, and we look forward to continued successes for years to come.”
CrossCountry Consulting’s “Mastering Inclusive Leadership” training program is an innovative initiative designed to equip our leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to foster a more inclusive and equitable workplace. This program reinforces the firm’s commitment to advancing DEI both within our organization and throughout the consulting industry. The program is specifically tailored to help leaders develop empathy, cultural competence, and an inclusive mindset. A key focus is on understanding unconscious biases and providing strategies to mitigate their impact on decision-making. Through interactive sessions and real-life scenarios, participants learn to recognize the multiple dimensions of diversity. CrossCountry is dedicated to holding itself accountable for progress in DEI. The training program includes regular monitoring and evaluation of DEI metrics, enabling the firm to track its growth and identify areas for improvement. Leaders are encouraged to set specific DEI goals aligned with business outcomes, ensuring that inclusion becomes a measurable reality at the firm, not just a concept. This training is one of many steps CrossCountry is taking to advance its DEI agenda. By investing in this initiative, the firm is empowering its leaders and positioning itself as a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and champions inclusivity. By championing DEI, paves the way for a more inclusive future, where diversity is celebrated, and everyone can succeed.
This year, CrossCountry set out to instill a firm-wide Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program that aligns with our corporate objectives for people, culture, and growth, and would enable us to make a more substantial and measurable impact. In order for this program to be successful, it was imperative that we partner with a reputable national organization that aligns with our corporate priorities and core values, and offers volunteer opportunities in all of our national markets, as well as globally. For these reasons, we are proud to partner with Junior Achievement (JA), whose goal is to inspire, provide, and prepare young people to thrive in a global economy. This partnership gives us the opportunity to serve underrepresented communities through financial literacy programs across our national markets including Washington, D.C., Boston, Chicago, Dallas, New York, San Francisco, and Seattle, as well as globally in: Vancouver, Canada; Dublin, Ireland; and Johannesburg, South Africa. Our sponsorship of JA is driven by the belief that financial literacy is crucial for the success of children of all backgrounds and communities. This initiative is part of our broader effort to empower underrepresented individuals through education, work and career readiness, entrepreneurship, and to foster overall inclusivity. We believe that giving back and dedicating time to volunteer work can significantly benefit our communities and create a meaningful impact. We are honored to partner
We are thrilled to announce that financial experts Skip Braun and Michael Portegello have joined our advisory council to help expand firm growth in the New York market. “We are thrilled to welcome Skip and Michael to our growing Advisory Council. Their experience, reputation, and extensive relationships across the market will be invaluable as we continue to grow our New York practice. We are eager to work with them as we continue to develop meaningful solutions and address the current and future needs of our clients.” - Erik Linn (Co-Founder and Managing Partner at CrossCountry Consulting) #CrossCountryConsulting #ABetterExperience #AdvisoryCouncil #NYC
In celebration of Pride Month, CrossCountry reaffirms its commitment to fostering a world where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel valued and respected, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. June is a time to honor the LGBTQIA+ community, celebrate the progress toward equality, acknowledge the challenges that remain, and continue the journey toward a more inclusive future. We believe that embracing diversity not only enriches our work environment but also drives innovation and collaboration. This year’s theme, “Reflect. Empower. Unite.” inspired CrossCountry’s PRIDE Employee Resource Group to celebrate by hosting educational workshops, webinars, and special events. We proudly partnered with Pride in Our Workplace (PIOW), a leading organization advocating for LGBTQ+ workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion. PIOW facilitated events for our employees, providing valuable insights on navigating challenging conversations about identity at work and applying DEI principles to create a more inclusive workplace. Additionally, we hosted a series of events in local markets such as Washington D.C., New York, and Boston. These celebrations included attending baseball games and happy hours, hosting a virtual panel, and a drag brunch – all of which fostered community and engagement among our employees.
We’re thrilled to announce our strategic partnership with Workiva, one of the world’s leading cloud platforms for assured integrated reporting. Through this partnership, we will be able to utilize their deep expertise in financial reporting, governance, and risk with Workiva’s solution to meet the challenging regulatory and reporting demands its clients face. “The combination of Workiva’s technology and our service expertise brings increasing value to our clients, and this partnership will enable us to provide a best-in-class solution while driving strategic insights and providing value at scale.” -Shawn Degnan, Accounting Advisory Lead at CrossCountry Consulting
