Daryl Petrick Appointed Worldwide Deputy Chair of Alliott Global Alliance

Effective immediately, Petrick will work closely with Worldwide Chair Giorgio Marcolongo, CEO Giles Brake, and the Worldwide Board to support AGA’s global initiatives and help shape the Alliance’s strategic direction as it continues to grow and respond to the fast-changing professional services environment.

A highly active and respected member of AGA, Petrick has served on the Worldwide Board since November 2021, initially as North America Regional Chair before subsequently taking on the role of Accounting Chair. His appointment as Worldwide Deputy Chair marks the latest stage in a longstanding commitment to the Alliance and its members.

During his involvement in AGA, Petrick has been a passionate advocate for the value of international collaboration and a strong champion of the independence of member firms. His extensive leadership experience and understanding of the challenges facing the legal and accounting professions will support the Alliance as it navigates an increasingly complex global environment shaped by geopolitical change, evolving ownership structures, transformative technology and the ongoing competition for talent.

Petrick comments:

“It’s a real honour to be voted into the leadership of this organisation during these challenging times. Both the legal and accounting professions are under pressure around the world, and it is helpful to know that we are so much bigger than our own offices and firms.

“On my first day working at an international accounting firm, I was handed a directory of the firm’s offices around the world, but it was meaningless to me. The AGA difference is that we can all have good friends who are experts in law and accounting in every corner of the world. It is an incredible advantage that we bring to our clients.

“Through our technical conferences, social connections and social media channels, we have the ability to leverage 8,000+ professionals in our daily work. The spirit of our Alliance is key to our mutual success, and I look forward to working alongside Giorgio and the Worldwide Board as we take AGA into its next phase.”

Alliott Global Alliance CEO Giles Brake adds:

“Daryl is hugely respected across our membership and has served on the Worldwide Board with distinction since 2021. He is a thoughtful and passionate advocate for AGA, a champion of firm independence and someone who brings considerable business acumen and integrity to his leadership roles.

“His contribution to the Alliance has already been significant, and his progression from North America Regional Chair to Accounting Chair and now Worldwide Deputy Chair reflects the value he brings to our leadership team.

“Daryl also has a strong vision for how the Alliance should respond to the complex challenges facing our member firms in a rapidly changing environment – from geopolitical change and new ownership structures to AI and transformative technology, and the competition for talent.

“I am confident Daryl will make an important contribution to the next stage of AGA’s development and help us ensure the Alliance continues to deliver meaningful value to our members and their clients around the world.”

About Alliott Global Alliance:

Founded in 1979, Alliott Global Alliance is a global alliance of independent law and accounting, firms, operating from more than 340 offices in over 100 countries and providing clients with coordinated, multidisciplinary support worldwide through a trusted global platform. The Alliance is ranked in Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 as a Leading Law Firm Network, reflecting the strength and international capability of its legal practices — Together as One.

Our firms share a common purpose: to exchange knowledge, capability, and opportunity in ways that strengthen their businesses and make the world smaller for the clients they serve. This collaboration is underpinned by a spirit of openness and mutual respect, enabling each to broaden its experience, deepen its expertise, and achieve greater success through coordinated international collaboration.

Alliott Global Alliance continues to expand its global presence, with a strategic objective to be represented in 120 countries by 2030. A limited number of affiliation opportunities remain available for independent professional firms that meet our standards and share our commitment to international collaboration. For further information, please contact membership@alliottglobal.com