David Leckstein Named EY Americas Chief AI & Product Officer

EY announced on 29 July that David Leckstein has joined the organization as Americas Chief AI & Product Officer and Americas Consulting Strategy Leader. The professional services firm said he will lead AI, product, and consulting strategy initiatives across its Americas business.

"Technology never stops evolving, and neither do the people who bring it to life," said David Leckstein, EY Americas Chief AI & Product Officer and Americas Consulting Strategy Leader. "Real value comes from combining human insight with innovation."

In these roles, Leckstein will shape how the EY organization harnesses AI, products, and platforms to create new value for clients and the firm. He will also focus on advancing the Americas Consulting strategy, the company said, which includes partnering with leaders across service lines to drive alignment, execution, and innovation for the practice.

EY said his leadership is expected to accelerate technology-enabled solutions, helping the organization scale its knowledge in new ways for clients.