SSA & Company, part of Council Advisors family of businesses, is pleased to announce the addition of Pierre Buhler as a Managing Director. Pierre will have a focus on Banking and the use of technology, client digitization, and data analytics to drive business results in the US and Europe.
“We are delighted to welcome Pierre at a time of strong growth in our Financial Services practice globally,” said John Rodgers, Managing Partner and COO. His depth and breadth of knowledge and vast experience in the banking industry will be a tremendous asset to our current and future clients.”
Pierre joins SSA with over 20 years of management and consulting experience and expertise in data and analytics, procurement, the use of various AI tools and methods, and other data-driven analysis. He has worked with 60+ banks in the US and Europe and many of the world’s top technology firms to implement data-driven programs that deliver quantifiable and verifiable financial impact.
Most recently, Pierre served as CEO and Co-Founder of CKM Analytix. Earlier in his career, Pierre built and lead the Global Financial Services Practice at AlixPartners, was a founding partner of Mitchell Madison Group, and held management positions at Chase Manhattan Bank and Charterhouse London.
“We continue to invest in the people and technology that drive our firm’s innovation,” said David Niles, CEO. “Pierre’s expertise in digital and analytics will expand our capabilities in banking and make us an even better partner for accelerating digitization and transformation.”
Learn more about Pierre here.
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