The Global Leaders in Consulting: Jason Girzadas

"I'm proud of the team I've assembled to evolve Deloitte's Consulting business, enabling us to better support clients navigating the challenges and opportunities of the Fourth Industrial Revolution," Girzadas says. "By bringing together talented leaders, who believe in a shared vision and who each bring something unique to the table, I'm confident our business will continue to take advantage of future opportunity."

Previously, as the Clients & Markets leader for U.S. Consulting, Jason was responsible for driving client, sales, brand and marketing excellence. He also oversaw the launch of a thought leadership program which continues to provide a platform for Deloitte to communicate its position on issues critical to clients of all sizes: the Future of Mobility, Digital Enterprise, Digital Supply Chain/IoT, Cloud, Cognitive and others. As the former Lifesciences and Health Care industry leader for US Consulting, Girzadas worked with numerous top health care organizations. 

"I'm proud of the innovations in technology, management, and solution design I've been able to bring to clients in my two-plus decades at Deloitte," he says. "Helping clients remain agile in the face of disruption, while influencing the firm's global reputation is both energizing and fulfilling."

He credits having the "distinct pleasure of working alongside and learning from some phenomenal mentors," as the biggest factor to his success. "Over the course of my career, they've encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone and broaden my boundaries. I'm grateful for the many great mentors who've each influenced me in different ways."

When it comes to consulting, Girzadas says what he enjoys most is he never stops learning and evolving. "I grew up in this business and have been able to shape a career based on pushing the limits of my and others' comfort zones," he says. "In this profession, it's critical to remain at the forefront of pretty much everything in a market that's more dynamic and complex than ever before. Now I have the honor of leading the world's best consulting business, helping the firm and clients rise to this challenge. That's pretty special."

As far as motivation, Girzadas says his family is his north star. "They are my motivation for making a positive impact in everything I do, and they're my reason for driving balance between my work and home life."

Q&A:  What does being recognized as a Global Leader in Consulting mean to you? Your firm? Your clients?

Girzadas: I'm honored to have the opportunity to be recognized for making a global impact for Deloitte, our clients and the consulting profession. I have global passion and perspective that began long ago. It's part of who I am so I've used it to serve clients and work with teams at the highest level throughout my career. An award of this caliber celebrates Deloitte's distinct ability to help clients imagine, deliver and run the future.