Consulting Weekly
Consulting Weekly
Philipp Weiser
Consulting Shake-Up: McKinsey Alumni Rise, Kearney Expands, AI Goes Client-First
13 minutes Posted Aug 8, 2025 at 6:04 am.
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In this week’s episode, we dive into how former McKinsey consultants are quietly dominating Germany’s corporate leadership — nearly one-third of DAX supervisory boards now have consulting backgrounds. We also explore why German consulting firms are using AI to deliver client value rather than internal efficiency — and how that contrasts with broader business trends. Plus, Kearney reinforces its presence in Germany and Switzerland with three strategic leadership appointments.

Also in this episode:

  • PwC’s leadership shift in restructuring

  • Deloitte’s AI leap with SAP Joule

  • Accenture’s Snorkel AI investment

  • And what Simon-Kucher’s health report says about AI and consumer trust

Whether you're in the boardroom or the bullpen, these are the moves shaping the future of consulting.