ATLANTA, GEORGIA October 16, 2024 — Allinial Global announced today that its President and CEO, Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, has been appointed as the next CEO of AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, effective January 2025. This prestigious appointment follows an extensive global search, marking the start of an exciting new chapter for both Mark and the accounting profession at large.
Mark has led Allinial Global since 2020, overseeing a period of significant growth for the association of independent accounting and advisory firms, which today represents 268 member firms worldwide and generates over $6 billion in collective revenues. His leadership and strategic vision have been instrumental in strengthening the organization’s global presence and fostering innovation across the membership.
Expressing his gratitude for the next step in his career, Mark Koziel stated, “I am excited and honored to be appointed CEO of the world’s largest accounting membership body. I look forward to playing a key role in leading the organization and the profession to new heights. The profession is well positioned to expand and continue to evolve the value it brings, serving the public interest and addressing the challenges faced by economies, businesses, and society. I cannot wait to start working closely with members, candidates, volunteers, and staff to do just that, and drive our great profession forward.”
Jim Wallace, Chair of the association’s Global Executive Board and CEO of member firm BPM LLP, shared his enthusiasm and support for Mark’s new role. “While we will greatly miss Mark’s leadership at Allinial Global, we are thrilled for him as he embarks on this exciting journey with AICPA & CIMA. Mark’s vision and commitment have left a lasting impact on our organization, and we are confident that his leadership will continue to benefit the profession as a whole. The Global Executive Board fully supports Mark in this transition, and we are equally confident in the strength and dedication of the Allinial Global leadership team to continue moving us forward.”
As Allinial Global begins the transition process, the organization remains committed to providing its members with the highest level of service and support. The Global Executive Board has already begun the search for a new CEO to continue to build upon Mark’s success and lead the association into the future.
About Allinial Global:
Allinial Global is a member-based association dedicated to the success of independent accounting and consulting firms. Founded in 1969, this strategic affiliation of legally independent accounting firms has a mission to help members compete upstream, accelerate innovation and digital transformation, and drive lasting prosperity for their firms and their clients. Allinial Global is two hundred and sixty-eight members strong and growing, with locations throughout the world generating over $6 billion in collective revenues. With dedicated regional liaisons who have extensive connections throughout the Americas, EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Africa), and the Asia Pacific region, members of Allinial Global are committed to providing the most agile, flexible, and client-centric solutions anywhere, anytime.
For press inquiries regarding Allinial Global, please contact:
Mark Koziel, President & CEO
Phone: 1-800-282-3680 | Email: mkoziel@allinialglobal.com