Leading South West business leader to step down after three decades
A leading figure on the professional services scene in the South West is to retire after more than 35 years.
Ian Brokenshire, who heads up KPMG in the South West, is stepping down after more than three decade with the big four firm.
His replacement will be David Williams who is taking on the leadership of its Bristol, Plymouth and Cardiff offices,
In his new role as South West region senior partner David will manage over 700 colleagues across the South West and South Wales.
He takes on the role after more than 12 years in senior leadership positions, both globally and in the UK.
David has experience across the private sector, the transport sector and the firm’s infrastructure, government and healthcare practice and recently led the firm’s Cardiff office as its senior partner.
The new South West leadership team will also include Jeremy Thomas, partner, in Cardiff and Andrew Gordon, director in Plymouth.
Ian Brokenshire joined KPMG in 1988 as a graduate.
He has worked in the South West for more than three decades, with a particular focus on advising private businesses.
He has served as the Bristol office senior partner for the last three years and will retire in September to pursue part time non-executive director and advisory roles.
David said: “I am excited to be leading our work in the region and building on the momentum in the market as client needs continue to evolve. The South West is dynamic, has an interesting business makeup, and continues to attract talent and significant investment due to its connectivity and vibrant community.
“We have a talented team on the ground, as well as a strong market presence, and I’m looking forward to working even more closely with our audit, tax, deals and advisory teams to continue delivering for our clients.
“Ian has been central to the work that KPMG does in the region and leaves a lasting legacy in the business community in the South West.”
Ian said: “It has been an honour to lead the Bristol and Plymouth offices and successfully support and provide insights and value to all the businesses I’ve had the opportunity to work with. I look forward to seeing how the South West businesses market continues to grow and evolve over the next few years, especially in the energy and technology sectors.
“I wish David all the best in the role. His experience, particularly spanning across both the private and public sector, and ties to the region mean that he is best placed to take our work in the region forward and continue growing the team.”
