E.J. Nedder

Chief Executive Officer

Ernest “E.J.” Nedder became Chief Executive Officer of RSM International in June 2024, having previously served as Partner and Chief Strategy Officer for RSM’s US Firm.

As Chief Executive Officer, E.J. works to drive the growth and development of the RSM Network, supporting Member Firms based in 120 offices across 830 offices, comprising 65,000 people. He works closely with the RSM International Board to execute the organisation’s global strategy, Take Charge of Change, to maximise opportunities for RSM’s growth and development.

Over his career, E.J. has developed extensive experience in leading substantial business and digital transformation initiatives, aligning separate service lines, industry verticals and business teams around a unified vision, strategy and operations.

E.J. is passionate about engaging, listening and learning from leaders across RSM, and focuses on empowering and driving individuals to achieve success and high performance.

“I am thrilled to serve as RSM’s global CEO and work alongside our fantastic professionals all over the world. Together, through close collaboration, we continue to harness our global strength and lead the next dynamic phase of RSM’s development.”

Outside of work, E.J. is a father of five children and enjoys golf, boating and skiing.
 

Professional affiliations and designations

• Certified Public Accountant, Connecticut and New York
• New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• New York State Bar Association
• American Bar Association

E.J previously served clerkships with the New York State Surrogate’s Court and Massachusetts Appellate Tax Board.

Education

• Juris Doctor, New England Law, Boston
• Bachelor of Science, Management, Tulane University, A.B. Freeman School of Business