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Protiviti Member Firm for India launches AI Center of Excellence, partners with KIIT University. 11th August 2026 - Protiviti Member Firm for India has entered a strategic partnership with KIIT University to establish an AI Center of Excellence (CoE) at the university campus, itself thereby creating an integrated platform to prepare students and working professionals for the rapidly evolving demands of the AI-driven economy. The initiative brings together academic excellence, consulting expertise and industry relevance to develop future-ready talent across emerging domains including Artificial Intelligence, Generative & Agentic A disciplines and Data Science. As the strategic knowledge partner and associate of Protiviti Member Firm for India, InsightVerge will design, deliver, and support the academic and professional programmes offered through the AI Center of Excellence. The CoE has been established to strengthen industry-academia collaboration by delivering application-oriented learning through live consulting assignments, industry projects, capstone programmes, mentorship, executive education and practitioner-led classroom engagement. Beyond academic programmes, the Centre will also serve as a platform for innovation, incubation, research and venture-building initiatives that encourage students to solve real-world business challenges using emerging technologies. The partnership reflects the growing need for universities and industry to work together in developing a workforce equipped not only with technical capabilities but also with consulting, governance and business transformation skills required by organizations undergoing AI-led transformation. Speaking on the association, Sanjeev Agarwal, CEO & Managing Director - Protiviti Member Firm - Middle East & India, said: "Artificial Intelligence is fundamentally changing the way organizations operate, compete and create value. As businesses accelerate their AI journeys, there is an urgent need for talent that understands not only the technology but also its business, governance, and risk implications. Our partnership with KIIT University represents an important step towards building that future workforce. Through this AI Center of Excellence, we aim to combine academic learning with practical industry experience, to equip students with the practical skills, industry exposure and broader perspective needed to contribute meaningfully to India's rapidly evolving AI and digital economy". During the occasion,KIIT proudly conferred the Doctor of Letter (Honoris Causa) upon Sanjeev Agarwalin recognition of his remarkable contributions and distinguished professional journey over the past three decades, establishing and driving the growth of Protiviti's Middle East & India practice. Prof. (Dr.) Kumar Mohanty, Director Industry Engagement and KSOM, KIIT University, said, "At KIIT University, we have always believed that education must evolve alongside industry. This collaboration with Protiviti Member Firm for India and InsightVerge will provide our students with real world exposure to emerging technologies, consulting practices, and business problems that matter. The AI Center of Excellence will strengthen experiential learning through industry-led curriculum, live projects, mentorship and innovation initiatives, preparing our students with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the rapidly changing global economy." The Centre will also support executive education and professional upskilling, enabling working professionals to build capabilities in AI and adjacent disciplines that are increasingly becoming critical across industries. As organizations continue to embed AI into core business operations, demand is growing for professionals who can combine technology expertise with business strategy, governance, cybersecurity, risk management, and consulting skills. The AI Center of Excellence aims to address this need by creating a sustainable talent pipeline equipped to contribute to India's digital transformation agenda. About Protiviti Member Firm for India Protiviti is a global consulting firm that delivers deep expertise, objective insights, a tailored approach and unparalleled collaboration to help leaders confidently face the future. Protiviti and its independent and locally owned member firms provide clients with consulting and managed solutions in finance, technology, operations, data, digital, legal, HR, risk and internal audit through a network of more than 90 offices in over 25 countries. Company :-Evoc Communications User :- Maroof Qureshi Email :[email protected] * 1040ez online form * Income tax forms * Form Tax * Causa * Notebook Computer

Robert Half announces planned leadership transition at Protiviti. August 3, 2026 Current president and CEO to become senior managing director; chief operating officer appointed president and CEO effective January 1, 2027 Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) today announced a planned leadership transition at its global consulting subsidiary, Protiviti. Effective January 1, 2027, Joe Tarantino will transition from his role as president and chief executive officer of Protiviti to become senior managing director, where he will continue supporting the firm's global leadership team through executive client engagement, leadership development and strategic relationship management. As part of the company's long-term succession plan, Cory Gunderson, currently Protiviti's chief operating officer, has been appointed president and chief executive officer of Protiviti, effective Jan. 1, 2027. He will also become an executive officer of Robert Half on that date. "Since Protiviti's founding, Joe has helped build an exceptional global consulting firm distinguished by its client service, culture and talented people," said M. Keith Waddell, president and chief executive officer of Robert Half. "His leadership has been instrumental in expanding Protiviti's capabilities, growing its global presence and strengthening its position in the marketplace. On behalf of our Board of Directors and the entire enterprise, I want to thank Joe for his extraordinary leadership, his many contributions, and his unwavering commitment to our clients, employees and values. I am grateful that we will continue to benefit from his experience and counsel in his new role." Tarantino joined Protiviti at its inception and has dedicated 24 years to the firm, including nearly two decades as president and chief executive officer. During his tenure, Protiviti significantly expanded its service offerings, geographic reach and market position while strengthening collaboration across the Robert Half enterprise, including joint go-to-market strategies with Talent Solutions. He also played a central role in developing the firm's distinctive culture and mentoring generations of Protiviti leaders and professionals. "Leading Protiviti has been one of the greatest privileges of my career," said Tarantino. "I am incredibly proud of what our people have accomplished together and deeply grateful to our clients, colleagues and partners for their trust and support. I look forward to continuing to serve the firm in my new role and supporting a successful transition." Gunderson has been with Protiviti since the firm's founding and currently serves as chief operating officer. Throughout his career, he has held numerous leadership positions across the organization and helped shape the firm's strategy, operations, innovation initiatives and transformation efforts. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to lead Protiviti and excited to work closely with our leaders across the globe to grow the firm, increase opportunities for our employees and help our clients solve increasingly complex business problems. Having worked closely with Joe for many years, I have had the privilege of learning from his extraordinary leadership and am deeply appreciative of his contributions to building Protiviti," said Gunderson. "Cory is an outstanding leader with deep knowledge of our business, our clients and our culture," Waddell said. "He has played an instrumental role in Protiviti's success and is exceptionally well prepared to lead the firm into its next chapter. I have every confidence that under his leadership, Protiviti will continue to innovate, grow and deliver exceptional value to clients around the world." Tarantino and Gunderson will work closely together through the remainder of 2026 to help ensure a seamless leadership transition. About Robert Half. Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti(R), a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the last 12 months, Robert Half has been recognized as one of America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune and, with Protiviti, has been named as a Fortune(R) Most Admired Company(TM) and one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at RobertHalf.com. About Protiviti. Protiviti (www.protiviti.com) is a global consulting firm that delivers deep expertise, objective insights, a tailored approach and unparalleled collaboration to help leaders confidently face the future. Protiviti and its independent and locally owned member firms provide clients with consulting and managed solutions in finance, technology, operations, data, digital, legal, HR, risk and internal audit through a network of more than 90 offices in over 25 countries. Named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For(R) list for the 11th consecutive year, Protiviti Inc. has served more than 80% of Fortune 100 and nearly 80% of Fortune 500 companies. The firm also works with government agencies and smaller, growing companies, including those looking to go public. Protiviti Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half (NYSE: RHI).

AArete adds vice presidents Jeff Berger and Danielle Smith. 22 July 2026 Consulting.us AArete, a Chicago-headquartered management consulting firm, has hired Jeff Berger as vice president for strategy and corporate development and Danielle Smith, MD as vice president for clinical intelligence. In his new role, Berger will lead the firm's corporate development initiatives, including M&A strategy, due diligence, and post-merger integration. He brings more than 20 years of experience in strategy, corporate development, and operational excellence. Berger joins from consulting firm Protiviti, where he spent the last two decades and most recently served as director for account management and client experience. Before that, he was director and chief of staff for global industry and strategic account management. Berger has an MBA from the University of Chicago and a bachelor's degree in accounting from Indiana University. In her new role, Smith will help expand AArete's clinical intelligence capabilities across several solution areas. She has more than 20 years of experience in healthcare and managed care, with expertise spanning clinical operations, medical management, utilization management, clinical policy, and government-sponsored healthcare programs. Smith was previously vice president at Redwood Management Inc., national medical director for clinical policy at Molina Healthcare, and program medical director/chief hospitalist at Sound Physicians. She has an MD from the Medical College of Wisconsin, an MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, and a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. "Jeff and Danielle will be great additions to the leadership of our growing firm," said Loren Trimble, chief executive officer of AArete. "Their appointments reinforce our commitment to serving clients at the highest level with healthcare innovation as we position the firm for continued success."