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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."

SW Accountants & Advisors strengthens Assurance & Advisory capability with three partner appointments. 29/06/2026 SW Accountants & Advisors (SW) has announced three senior appointments to its Assurance & Advisory division effective 1 July 2026. Rondy Cheng has been appointed to the partnership, recognising his significant contribution to the firm over almost 10 years. Adam Christou and Anthony Hodgkinson join SW from Protiviti, a globally recognised consulting firm specialising in risk, internal audit, and advisory services. SW's Assurance and Advisory division provides services to a broad client base including ASX-listed companies, multinational organisations, government bodies, and large private groups across Australia and internationally. These appointments further strengthen the division's ability to deliver specialist services across audit, internal audit, risk advisory, and financial crime. Duane Rogers, CEO of SW Accountants & Advisors, said: "These appointments are an important step in building out the breadth and depth of our Assurance & Advisory offering. Rondy, Adam, and Anthony each bring deep experience in their respective areas, and together they enhance how we can support clients across audit, internal audit, and financial crime. As regulatory expectations continue to evolve, having this capability within our firm positions us well to respond to what clients need now and into the future. It also reflects our ability to attract outstanding talent - something we're very proud of." Hayley Underwood, Head of Assurance & Advisory at SW, said: "Our clients are facing increasingly complex regulatory and compliance environments, from AML/CTF reform through to heightened expectations around governance and internal controls. These appointments give us the specialist capability to support them across the full spectrum of assurance and advisory services. With over 100 people now in the division servicing listed, government, and large private clients nationally, we are well positioned to continue growing and deepening our offering." About the appointments. Rondy Cheng - audit & assurance. Rondy has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit services and developing long-term client relationships. He plays a key role in SW's China market capability, supporting strategic cross-border clients, and strengthening the firm's position across Sydney, Brisbane, and the broader Asia corridor. His experience across multinational and listed environments supports the firm's continued growth in key markets. Adam Christou - internal audit & risk advisory. Adam joins from Protiviti as a highly experienced risk and internal audit leader with over 20 years' experience across Australia and internationally. He has worked extensively across energy, infrastructure, financial services, and government, with deep experience engaging with executive teams and boards. His appointment supports the development of a coordinated national internal audit offering and strengthens the firm's governance, risk, and assurance capabilities. Anthony Hodgkinson - forensic & financial crime. Anthony joins from Protiviti with over 30 years' experience in forensic and financial crime services across government, corporate, and international environments. He has led complex investigations and advisory engagements across fraud, corruption, AML/CTF, and regulatory compliance, including work across Asia-Pacific. His appointment establishes a new specialist capability for SW, responding to increasing regulatory focus and client demand in financial crime and forensic services. About SW Accountants & Advisors. SW Accountants & Advisors is a leading Australian accounting and advisory firm with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth. SW provides a full range of audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services to listed companies, private businesses, government, and not-for-profit organisations. SW is a member of SW International (SWI), a global network of independent accounting and advisory firms. For further information. Amanda Lee, CMO [email protected] +61 430 322 306