PrimeGlobal announces new North American appointments to Regional Council and Board
PrimeGlobal News
January 13, 2026PrimeGlobal has appointed new members to its North America Regional Council and global Board, highlighting the strength of its member firms across the region. The North America Regional Council plays a vital role in shaping PrimeGlobal's strategy and ensuring member needs remain at the forefront of the association's initiatives. The PrimeGlobal Board serves as an oversight body responsible for approving strategic direction and monitoring delivery.
Three distinguished leaders from INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA) Top 100 firms have joined the North America Regional Council for a three-year term:
- Jeff Agranoff, Operations Partner at Grassi
- Jamie Ellis, Chief Operating Officer at Katz, Sapper & Miller (KSM)
- Richard Lynch, Managing Principal at Sikich
Additionally, John Buckley, Partner at AAFCPA, also an IPA Top 100 firm, has been appointed to the PrimeGlobal Board as a North America Director.
"These appointments reflect the exceptional strength and commitment of our North American member firms. Jeff, Jamie, Richard, and John bring tremendous expertise, strategic insight, and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing today's accounting firms. Their leadership will be invaluable as we continue to deliver outstanding value to our member firms across the region, representing almost 13,000 professionals in seven countries."
The accounting profession is experiencing unprecedented change, and firms need more than technical expertise, they need operational excellence and forward-thinking leadership," Walker added. "These appointments signal our focus on next-generation leadership and the operational capabilities that will define successful firms in the years ahead." Jenn Walker, Executive Director, Americas
The appointments align with PrimeGlobal's new five-year strategy, Transform to 2030: Ready for Business, which will equip member firms with the skills, expertise, and resources needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry. The selection of these leaders reflects the Association's commitment to addressing the practical challenges firms face, from talent development and succession planning to technology adoption and organizational transformation.
"The active participation of leading firms in our governance structures demonstrates the value our members place in PrimeGlobal. When firms of this caliber choose to invest their time and leadership in our association, it speaks volumes about the collaborative spirit and mutual commitment that define PrimeGlobal. As we execute our new Strategy, having leaders who understand the realities of running and growing successful firms ensures our initiatives remain practical, relevant, and genuinely valuable to our members." Steve Heathcote, Chief Executive Officer
