CEOI MEMBER SINCE 2022

Paul Knopp is chair and CEO at KPMG LLP, one of the world’s leading professional services firms, providing innovative business solutions and audit, tax, and advisory services to many of the world’s largest and most prestigious organizations. He also serves as chair of the Americas region and is a member of both KPMG’s global board and executive committee. Leading more than 35,000 partners and professionals across the U.S., Knopp is further strengthening KPMG’s inclusive and values-driven culture. He has extensive experience serving large, multinational clients in a wide variety of complex industries and is recognized for his commitment to excellence and quality and for leading KPMG teams with ethics and integrity. Before becoming chair and CEO, Knopp was an audit partner focused on serving leading global companies in the manufacturing, life sciences, transportation, professional services, and technology industries. He served as the global lead audit engagement partner and engagement quality control review partner for KPMG audits of numerous Fortune 500 companies. In recognition of his professional accomplishments, Knopp has received numerous accolades, including Accounting Today’s Top 100 Most Influential People, the National Association of Corporate Directors’ 100 Most Influential Leaders in the Boardroom, and Glassdoor’s list of Top CEOs. Additionally, he lends his time and expertise to many civic and charitable organizations. He is a governing board member of the Center for Audit Quality as well as a board member of Catalyst, Partnership for New York City, and the U.S.-India Business Council.