May 25, 2015

Dubai, UAE -- Global management consulting firm A.T. Kearney has appointed Robert E. Willen as Managing Director for the Middle East to further boost its senior leadership team in the region. Bob Willen brings extensive experience leading transformational strategy and organization initiatives for large commercial and government clients.

With more than 20 years' experience, Willen leads A.T. Kearney's Government and Economic Development practice globally in addition to his new role that focuses on driving the firm's business growth across the Middle East. In the past, he has also served as the global leader for the Aerospace & Defense and Automotive, Transportation & Infrastructure practices.  He has previously lived and worked from Brussels, as well as various locations in the United States

Commenting on the new appointment, Johan Aurik, Managing Partner and Chairman of the Board, A.T. Kearney, said: "With the appointment of Bob Willen, we're positive about bringing additional strong expertise in government, defense and economic development practice into the region. The boosted leadership team and deep expertise we have in the Middle East combined with new offices in Qatar and Saudi Arabia underlines our dedication to the success of regional clients."

Bob Willen, Partner and Managing Director, A.T. Kearney Middle East, added: "Challenges around diversification, talent and innovation are pertinent issues high on the agendas for Middle East leaders, and we're guiding clients every day in addressing these concerns. We continue to expand our business in the region combining local experience and global insights. And A.T. Kearney's reputation for working collaboratively to achieve immediate and tangible impact, and to grow advantage over time is more relevant than ever for regional leaders facing such a dynamic environment."

Earlier in his career, Willen worked as an Aerospace Engineer in the space launch sector, focusing on both military and commercial activities. Bob received his MBA from the Darden Graduate School of Business Administration, University of Virginia; an MS in Engineering from the University of Texas, Austin; and a BA from the University of Virginia.

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About A.T. Kearney
A.T. Kearney is a leading global management consulting firm with offices in more than 40 countries. Since 1926, we have been trusted advisors to the world's foremost organizations. A.T. Kearney is a partner-owned firm, committed to helping clients achieve immediate impact and growing advantage on their most mission-critical issues. From our Middle East offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Doha, Manama and Riyadh, A.T. Kearney supports both private and public sector clients as well as nations to excel and prosper by combining our regional expertise and global business insights to achieve results. For more information, visit www.middle-east.atkearney.com

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