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Lovejeet Alexander joins Bloomberg as director for new economy
Public-affairs veteran to drive convening and narrative at markets–policy crossroads
GURUGRAM: Bloomberg has appointed Lovejeet Alexander as director, New Economy, strengthening its push to convene leaders and shape debate at the intersection of markets, policy and global economic change.
Based in New Delhi, Alexander will advance the Bloomberg New Economy initiative from India, working with leaders across business and government as part of the platform’s global network. A marquee moment on the calendar is the 2026 Bloomberg New Economy Forum in New Delhi, signalling India’s rising weight in global economic conversations.
Alexander described Bloomberg’s work at the crossroads of markets, policy and transformation as a global benchmark for independent, fact-based journalism and convening, and said he looks forward to contributing to the initiative from India. He also acknowledged David Hearn for the opportunity and expressed gratitude to those who have been part of his journey.
His profile blends public affairs, strategic communications, alliances and ecosystem-building, with a growing focus on how AI reshapes education, institutions and public discourse. His work centres on crafting narratives and curating conversations at moments of structural change—especially where technology, learning, media and policy meet.
He has been closely involved in conceptualising, curating and moderating forums and leadership dialogues that bring together educators, policymakers, media professionals, technologists and institutional leaders. His interests range from AI’s impact on cognition and attention to institutional narratives in an algorithm-driven media environment, and from thought leadership to cross-sector alliances.
Alexander joins from the Learning Leadership Foundation, where he served as head of public affairs, corporate communications and strategic alliances. Earlier, he was consulting editor at India News Business and before that editor-in-chief and chief executive at founderINDIA.
His career also includes a long stint as lead PR strategist at GreenCheese, advisory roles at Perfect Relations—where he helped curate and conceptualise Prestival, Asia’s large PR festival—and heading corporate communications at Anand Group of Industries. He has handled corporate communications at Dainik Jagran’s i-next project and worked as a journalist with Sahara Media, Bennett, Coleman and Co. Ltd. (Times Group), Hindustan Times and Dainik Jagran, covering beats from politics to business and economy.
Open to advising on AI, education and policy forums, as well as public affairs and narrative strategy, Alexander positions platforms and dialogues—not just messages—as tools to build trust and influence.
As economies fragment and technology rewires power, Bloomberg’s wager is on ideas and access. With Alexander in the room, the conversations may get sharper—and the stakes higher.
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KPMG names Gary Wingrove as global chairman and CEO from October
Record Gmada bids signal rising demand as Rs 1,000 crore bet reshapes Tricity skyline
MUMBAI: KPMG has chosen continuity with a forward tilt. The firm has announced that Gary Wingrove will take over as global chairman and CEO of KPMG International, beginning a four year term from 1 October 2026. Currently serving as global chief operating officer, Wingrove steps into the top role after being nominated by the global board and elected by the global council.
A KPMG veteran with over 25 years at the firm, Wingrove has been closely involved in shaping its recent trajectory. As global COO, he has helped drive the firm’s Collective Strategy, focusing on operational integration, global investments and the steady expansion of the KPMG Delivery Network. He has also been at the forefront of KPMG’s digital push, including the rollout of AI enabled solutions across its global operations.
Before his global role, Wingrove served as CEO of KPMG Australia for nearly a decade, where he led a period of strong growth, almost doubling revenue, profitability and headcount while steering a cultural reset.
He succeeds Bill Thomas, who has led KPMG since 2017 and will work alongside Wingrove over the next six months to ensure a smooth transition.
Thomas leaves behind a firm that looks markedly different from when he took charge. Under his leadership, KPMG’s global revenues have risen by 55 per cent, and its workforce has expanded to more than 276,000 people. He also unified the network of member firms under the Collective Strategy, aligning priorities and strengthening governance.
His tenure saw heavy investment in technology and partnerships, with alliances spanning Microsoft, Google Cloud, SAP, Oracle and ServiceNow. These collaborations, along with platforms like KPMG Clara, have helped the firm scale its AI-led offerings and sharpen its competitive edge.
Beyond growth, Thomas also pushed improvements in audit quality and sustainability. Initiatives such as a multiyear global sustainability strategy and the Our Impact Plan have aimed to embed long term thinking into the firm’s operations and client services.
For Wingrove, the brief is clear but evolving. He has signalled a focus on agility, deep expertise and technology driven solutions as clients navigate an increasingly complex business landscape. He also emphasised KPMG’s identity as a people first organisation, supported by technology and unified through its global network.
The timing of the leadership change comes as KPMG continues to grow, reporting a 5.1 per cent rise in global revenue in FY25, with gains across tax and legal, audit and advisory services. Growth was recorded across all regions, despite a challenging macro environment.
As Wingrove prepares to take charge, the firm appears set on a familiar path with a sharper digital edge. Same playbook, perhaps, but with a renewed focus on speed, scale and smarter solutions.
