Lisa Benson Joins Koltin Consulting Group as Chief Growth Officer

Firm Management | February 3, 2026

Lisa Benson Joins Koltin Consulting Group as Chief Growth Officer

Chicago-based KCG says this newly created role reflects its continued investment in growth, innovation, and expanded client impact across the industry.

Jason Bramwell

Koltin Consulting Group, a leading advisory firm serving the accounting and financial services professions, announced Feb. 3 that Lisa Benson has joined KCG as chief growth officer.

KCG says this newly created role reflects its continued investment in growth, innovation, and expanded client impact across the industry.

As chief growth officer, Benson will lead firm-wide growth strategy, with a focus on expanding strategic relationships, deepening client and partner engagement, and supporting the continued evolution of KCG’s advisory platform.

She will work closely with firm leadership, clients, and strategic partners to identify new opportunities and accelerate sustainable growth.

Allan Koltin

“Lisa brings a rare combination of strategic vision, deep industry experience, and trusted relationships across the accounting and financial services profession,” Allan D. Koltin, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, said in a statement. “As our firm continues to grow and the profession evolves—particularly with the influence of private equity and new ownership and governance models—this role was a natural next step for KCG. Lisa is the ideal leader to help shape and drive our next phase of growth.”

Benson brings senior-level leadership experience across global accounting networks, professional alliances, and advisory organizations, including Nexia and HLB International.

She is widely recognized for her work in growth strategy, relationship management, and platform expansion, and for her ability to connect firm leaders, investors, and advisors around shared growth objectives.

“The creation of the chief growth officer role reflects KCG’s commitment to being proactive, intentional, and forward-looking in how we serve the profession,” Benson said in a statement. “Koltin Consulting has an extraordinary reputation for insight, integrity, and impact. I’m excited to help build on that foundation with a laser focus on growth—supporting firm leaders and partners as they navigate change and pursue meaningful, long-term success.”

With the addition of the chief growth officer role, Chicago-based KCG says it expects to accelerate its growth trajectory, expand its advisory reach, and deliver even greater value to clients navigating growth, transformation, leadership transitions, and M&A.

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