PwC Appoints Keith Hubert Managing Partner in Hartford

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Jun 02, 2011, 12:53 ET

HARTFORD, Conn., June 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- PwC US has named Keith Hubert managing partner of the firm's Hartford office. Hubert, who brings 20 years of experience to his new role, will lead PwC's strategy and operations in the Greater Hartford region.

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Hubert also leads PwC's Northeast Insurance Services practice, working closely with large managed healthcare and life insurance companies on investment and retirement products, as well as accounting and financial reporting matters. He is also involved with transaction due diligence and consulting services aimed at helping clients build effective organizations, reduce costs and manage risk.

"Keith is strongly suited for the office managing partner role. He knows the marketplace, understands our clients, and has the dedication and enthusiasm to grow our business while maintaining a focus on our people, quality and culture that make PwC distinctive," said Barry Nearhos, PwC's Northeast Managing Partner.

"I am excited about the opportunities in the Greater Hartford market. I believe we have the talent, resources and passion for excellence to provide our clients with a unique experience," added Hubert.

Hubert has built his career in Hartford and has a deep commitment to the community. He remains an active member of the board of several state and local business organizations.

Hubert joined PwC in 1991 and was admitted into the partnership in 2003. He is a certified public accountant in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and Vermont, and a member of the Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants (CSCPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). He graduated with a BS in Accounting from LeMoyne College, where he is a current member of the Board of Regents.

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