BDO has announced a strategic reset and decision to remain independent of external equity investment to ensure a strong and sustainable future for the global organization, its clients, and its people.
As part of its international business growth strategy, BDO is prioritizing greater global integration by accelerating consolidation among member firms and strengthening go-to-market collaboration across its network, leveraging regional strengths. This will enable BDO to serve an increasingly international and complex client base.
“Choosing independence is a conscious decision made from a position of strength,” said Pat Kramer, BDO’s Global CEO. “This approach ensures that we remain in control of our destiny while continuing to build a future-proof organization. This is just one part of the journey. Consolidation among member firms and aligning operations across borders will strengthen our global reach, enhance quality, and deliver greater value for our clients and our people worldwide.”
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This strategy is underpinned by several significant leadership appointments, with Trond-Morten Lindberg announced as incoming Global CEO, succeeding Pat Kramer, whose term will conclude in November 2026.
Currently serving as Chief Strategy and Operations Officer, Lindberg has collaborated with Kramer to shape BDO’s strategy and drive alignment, consistency, and execution across its global operations.
Commenting on his appointment, that will commence in November 2026, Trond-Morten Lindberg said: “I am immensely proud to take on this role at an important juncture for BDO and our industry. I look forward to continuing to work with Pat and all our leaders globally, as we focus on the next phase of our growth and securing a strong and sustainable future for our organisation.”
In the year ahead, Kramer will continue to work closely with Lindberg and the global leadership team to strengthen BDO’s position as the leading mid-market service provider globally, with a reach that extends across 160+ countries and territories and over 92,000 people working from 882 offices worldwide.
Lindberg’s appointment is part of a wider leadership evolution across BDO’s global footprint:
- Tony Schiffmann, who will serve as Chief Executive Partner of BDO Australia until 1 December 2025, has been announced as Global Chair (effective 1 November 2025). He will succeed Wayne Berson, the current Global Chair, who will step down from the role on 31 October 2025 in line with his planned retirement. David Garvey has been appointed the next Chief Executive Partner of BDO Australia.
- Matthew Becker has been ratified as the incoming CEO of BDO USA, succeeding Wayne Berson who is retiring (effective 1 July 2026).
- The BDO Global Board also welcomes Dr. Jens Freiberg from BDO Germany, succeeding Dr. Holger Otte, who is retiring after more than 40 years with the firm.
These appointments mark a new era for BDO, as it continues to invest in long-term growth and build a future-fit organisation.
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