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Accenture is a leading global professional services company that offers a diverse range of services and solutions in Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X, and Song, catering to clients across North America, EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa), and Growth Markets (Asia Pacific and Latin America) . The company's business is structured into five industry groups, providing specialized services to various sectors . Accenture's offerings include strategic consulting, technological solutions, and operational support tailored to meet the needs of different industries.
- Products - Provides services to sectors such as Consumer Goods, Retail & Travel Services, Industrial, and Life Sciences, focusing on enhancing business performance and customer experiences.
- Health & Public Service - Delivers solutions aimed at improving healthcare systems and public service operations, driving efficiency and innovation in these sectors.
- Financial Services - Offers consulting and technology services to banking, insurance, and capital markets, helping clients navigate financial challenges and opportunities.
- Communications, Media & Technology - Supports companies in these sectors with digital transformation and technological advancements to enhance connectivity and media delivery.
- Resources - Engages with sectors like Chemicals & Natural Resources, Energy, and Utilities, providing solutions to optimize resource management and sustainability.
| Name | Position | External Roles | Short Bio | |
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Julie Sweet ExecutiveBoard | Chair and Chief Executive Officer | Trustee of the World Economic Forum | Julie Sweet has been CEO since September 2019 and Chair since September 2021. She previously served as CEO of North America and General Counsel. She focuses on sustainability and innovation. | |
Angela Beatty Executive | Chief Leadership and Human Resources Officer | None | Angela Beatty assumed her current role in September 2024. She previously led global talent, rewards, and employee experience initiatives, focusing on workforce upskilling. | |
Atsushi Egawa Executive | Co-CEO—Asia Pacific | None | Atsushi Egawa became Co-CEO—Asia Pacific in September 2024. He has been with Accenture for 35 years and previously led the Japan market unit. | |
Joel Unruch Executive | General Counsel and Corporate Secretary | None | Joel Unruch has been General Counsel since September 2019 and Corporate Secretary since June 2015. He oversees legal and compliance functions. | |
John Walsh Executive | Chief Operating Officer | None | John Walsh became COO in September 2023. He has been with Accenture for 38 years and previously led strategic accounts and global sales operations. | |
Manish Sharma Executive | Chief Executive Officer—The Americas | None | Manish Sharma became CEO—The Americas in September 2024. He previously served as COO and led the development of SynOps, a platform for enterprise transformation. | |
Mauro Macchi Executive | CEO—Europe, Middle East, and Africa | None | Mauro Macchi became CEO—EMEA in September 2024. He has been with Accenture for 34 years and previously led the ICEG market unit, achieving strong growth. | |
Ryoji Sekido Executive | Co-CEO—Asia Pacific | None | Ryoji Sekido became Co-CEO—Asia Pacific in September 2024. He has been with Accenture for 32 years and previously led technology and cloud initiatives in the region. | |
Alan Jope Board | Independent Director | None | Alan Jope joined Accenture's board in 2023. He is the former CEO of Unilever and has extensive global expertise in consumer goods and sustainability. | |
Arun Sarin Board | Independent Director | Chairman of Cerence; Director at Charles Schwab | Arun Sarin has been an independent director since 2015. He is a former CEO of Vodafone and has expertise in technology and governance. | |
Jennifer Nason Board | Director Nominee | None | Jennifer Nason is set to join Accenture's board on February 6, 2025. She is the Global Chair of Investment Banking at J.P. Morgan and has nearly 40 years of experience. | |
Masahiko Uotani Board | Director Nominee | Director at Seiko Corporation; Director at Shiseido (until March 2025) | Masahiko Uotani is set to join Accenture's board on February 6, 2025. He is the former CEO of Shiseido and has extensive global leadership experience. | |
Nancy McKinstry Board | Independent Director | CEO and Chairman of Wolters Kluwer; Director at Abbott Laboratories | Nancy McKinstry has been an independent director since 2016. She is the CEO of Wolters Kluwer and has extensive global leadership experience. | |
Paula A. Price Board | Independent Director | Director at Mondelēz, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Bristol Myers Squibb | Paula A. Price has been an independent director since 2014. She is a finance expert and chairs the Audit Committee (until the next annual meeting). | |
Tracey T. Travis Board | Independent Director | Director at Meta Platforms | Tracey T. Travis has been an independent director since 2017. She is the former CFO of Estée Lauder and has extensive finance and operations experience. | |
Venkata Renduchintala Board | Independent Director | None | Venkata Renduchintala has been an independent director since 2018. He is a former Intel executive with expertise in technology and innovation. | |
KC McClure | Former Chief Financial Officer | None | KC McClure stepped down as CFO on November 30, 2024, and will retire on March 31, 2025. She has been with Accenture for 36 years, holding various finance leadership roles. |
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Despite reporting a 2% revenue growth in local currency for FY '24 , your guidance for FY '25 suggests an organic revenue growth of up to 3%, excluding the inorganic contribution from acquisitions . Can you elaborate on the underlying factors limiting your organic growth, and how do you plan to accelerate it?
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You invested $6.6 billion in strategic acquisitions and had $3 billion in GenAI bookings in FY '24 , but GenAI revenue was nearly $900 million . Can you explain the gap between your significant investment in GenAI and the actual revenue generated, and what steps are you taking to increase monetization?
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EMEA revenue growth was partially offset by a decline in banking and capital markets, and a decline in France . What are the specific challenges you are facing in these areas, and what strategies are you implementing to address them and return to growth?
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As cloud migration advances into more complex applications like mainframe , with some clients still early in their journey, how confident are you in the sustained growth of your cloud business, and how are you preparing for potential shifts in client spending patterns?
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Your guidance indicates a modest operating margin expansion of 10 to 30 basis points for FY '25 , following your cost optimization initiatives . Given the investments you've made, what are the barriers to achieving higher margin expansion, and how do you plan to enhance profitability in the coming year?
Notable M&A activity and strategic investments in the past 3 years.
| Company | Year | Details |
|---|---|---|
GemSeek | 2024 | The acquisition of GemSeek was completed to integrate a leading customer experience analytics provider based in Bulgaria, enhancing Accenture’s AI-powered predictive modeling capabilities. |
Mindcurv | 2024 | Mindcurv was acquired to bolster Accenture’s digital engineering and data analytics services across several countries, aligning with its growth strategy in composable software and commerce without disclosed financial terms. |
Cognosante | 2024 | The Cognosante acquisition established a new federal health portfolio, enhancing Accenture's technology solutions for U.S. federal agencies in a $70 billion market growing at 6% annually. |
Teamexpat | 2024 | Teamexpat was acquired to strengthen Accenture’s offerings in the semiconductor sector by integrating testing solutions for lithography systems, fitting with its focus on attractive industrial segments. |
Flo Group | 2024 | The acquisition of Flo Group, a leading European consultancy and Oracle business partner in global supply chain logistics, supports Accenture’s strategy to scale in the growing supply chain sector. |
CLIMB | 2024 | CLIMB, a technology-based consultancy in Japan, was acquired to expand Accenture’s market presence in a region experiencing very strong revenue growth. |
Comtech | 2024 | Comtech was acquired in the first quarter of fiscal 2024 to extend Accenture’s reach into Canada while growing its capital projects practice in a global market valued at over $440 billion with 5% annual growth. |
BOSLAN | 2024 | The acquisition of BOSLAN expanded Accenture’s EMEA footprint and strengthened its capital projects capabilities, contributing to over $800 million in revenue from this market segment. |
Nautilus Consulting | 2024 | Nautilus Consulting, a U.K.-based digital consultancy specializing in electronic patient records, was acquired to enhance Accenture’s healthcare sector digitization efforts in a $70 billion market. |
Arns, Aris | 2024 | The acquisition of Arns, Aris supports Accenture’s European public service transformation by adding technology services in a market valued at $46 billion and growing at 5% annually. |
Intellera Consulting | 2024 | Intellera Consulting, one of Italy’s main public services providers in public administration and healthcare, was acquired to drive Accenture’s expansion in Europe’s digital transformation of the public sector. |
Customer Management IT and SirfinPA | 2024 | The joint acquisition of Customer Management IT and SirfinPA enhances Accenture’s capabilities in justice, public safety, and the broader public sector, targeting a $46 billion market growing at 5% annually. |
Udacity | 2024 | Udacity was acquired and integrated into the LearnVantage platform with a planned $1 billion investment over three years, aiming to boost technology training and reskilling with an expected $100 million in annual revenue. |
Unlimited | 2024 | The acquisition of Unlimited, an award-winning customer engagement agency with a proprietary human understanding lab and AI-powered data insights platform, reinforces Accenture’s customer-focused consulting offerings. |
The Lumery | 2024 | The Lumery was acquired in Australia as a marketing technology consultancy to enhance customer experience and transform marketing services through platform consulting and operational excellence. |
AFD.TECH | 2022 | AFD.TECH, a French company with 1,600 employees operating in the network sector, was acquired to accelerate Accenture’s digitization efforts and network capabilities, supporting its Accenture Cloud First initiatives. |
Recent developments and announcements about ACN.
8-K Filings
8-K Filing
·Feb 19, 2025, 9:34 PMShareholder VoteView full 8-K filing →At the Feb 6, 2025 Annual Meeting, Accenture shareholders approved all proposals. Director votes ranged from 92.11% to 99.76% (e.g., Masahiko Uotani), with strong support for executive compensation, auditor, and capital actions.