EY names Sue Kench as new global independent non-executive

Core Insights - EY has appointed Sue Kench as its new global independent non-executive (INE) and member of the EY Global Governance Council (GGC) [1][2] - Kench has nearly three decades of experience at King & Wood Mallesons, including serving as global chief executive from 2017 until December 2024 [1][2] - The INE role aims to provide diverse perspectives to support EY's audit and advisory services in capital markets [2][3] Group 1 - Kench will advise on policy, strategy, and public interest considerations within her new role [2] - She joins current INEs Tonia Lovell and Duane M. DesParte, who are based in Europe and the US, respectively [2] - EY's global chair and CEO, Janet Truncale, emphasized Kench's leadership and governance experience as vital for EY's transformation and client support [3] Group 2 - The independent members of the GGC are responsible for enhancing EY's standards and governance [3] - Truncale highlighted the importance of effective governance, transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making for EY's operations [4] - Kench's integrity and experience are expected to significantly benefit the organization on a global scale [4]