Deloitte Names Rod Sides Leader of US Retail and Distribution Practice

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Sep 16, 2015, 09:00 ET

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Deloitte announced today that Rod Sides has been appointed vice chairman, Deloitte LLP and leader of the retail and distribution practice in the United States, effective immediately. Sides succeeds Alison Paul, who will continue serving Deloitte's leading global retail clients.

"The retail industry has undergone an unprecedented amount of change and disruption," said Sides. "The convergence of digital transformation, emerging retail models and technologies to connect with consumers, and marketplace fragmentation created by a surge of niche players are fueling rapid innovation. This is an incredibly exciting time for our retail and distribution practice as we help our clients see ahead to the next big shift and capitalize on opportunities for growth."

Sides will lead one of Deloitte's largest industry practices, which includes more than 2,400 professionals serving more than 75 percent of the Fortune 500 retail and distribution companies. In his new role, he will be responsible for driving key sector initiatives that include original research, talent development and strategies that guide retailers as they navigate uncertainty, compete globally and improve performance and profitability. He will also continue to advise senior management of the organization's leading clients. Sides is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

"Rod brings a wealth of industry knowledge and experience that instills confidence in both our clients and our professionals," said Doug Bade, vice chairman, Deloitte LLP, and consumer and industrial products leader. "Under his leadership, our retail and distribution practice is positioned to continue to create value for our clients, as well as be a catalyst for innovation."

A principal in Deloitte Consulting LLP, Sides has more than 26 years of experience assisting retailers with their strategies to improve operational efficiency and increase profitability. His experience spans store operations, supply chain, procurement, back-office operations, and information technology.

About Deloitte's Retail and Distribution Practice
Deloitte is a leading presence in the retail and distribution industry, providing audit, consulting, risk management, financial advisory and tax services to more than 75 percent of the Fortune 500 retailers. With more than 2,400 professionals, Deloitte's retail and distribution practice provides insights, services and approaches designed to assist retailers across all major subsectors including apparel, grocery, food and drug, wholesale and distribution and online. For more information about Deloitte's retail and distribution sector, please visit www.deloitte.com/us/retail-distribution or follow @DeloitteCB on Twitter.

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