Friday, October 30, 2009

New Global Leader for PricewaterhouseCoopers Communications Practice

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has appointed Colin Brereton as the new leader of its Global Communications Industry Group.

Colin, a senior partner at PwC, has nearly 20 years experience of working with clients in the technology and telecoms sectors. He specialises in leading global multidisciplinary teams (from assurance, advisory and tax) on delivering solutions for business challenges facing some of PwC’s largest international Communications clients. He will draw on his experience to lead PwC’s Communications practice as it helps clients through the continuing unstable economic environment while preparing them for the challenges and opportunies ahead.

He joined PwC in 1982 qualifying as a Chartered Accountant shortly thereafter and has been specialising in the technology and telecoms industries for almost 20 years.

Commenting on his appointment, Colin said:

“Though many are saying that the worst of the economic downturn is past, opinion is still divided. I am delighted to take over the reins of our global practice to help operators in the sector lay down their plans for recovery as well as position themselves to take advantage of the new business opportunities which are arising in emerging markets, both geographical and technological.”

PricewaterhouseCoopers provides industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for our clients and their stakeholders. More than 163,000 people in 151 countries across our network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.

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