HLB appoints Dayton Benway as Chief Regional Officer for North America

LONDON - HLB, the global network of independent advisory and accounting firms, today announces the appointment of Dayton Benway as Chief Regional Officer for North America. Benway’s appointment demonstrates HLB’s commitment to sustainable growth and improving member experience, while reinforcing its position as a trusted advisor in a strategic region of interest for the network.

As Chief Regional Officer, Benway will be responsible for driving HLB’s strategic priorities across North America, strengthening collaboration among member firms, and enhancing the network’s regional presence.

Marco Donzelli, HLB’s Chief Executive Officer, said:

"We are delighted to welcome Dayton to HLB’s executive team in this strategically important role. He brings a wealth of industry experience, regional knowledge, and a valuable firsthand understanding of our global network. His appointment supports our vision of continuous growth and greater value for our members.”

Dayton Benway, Chief Regional Officer for North America at HLB said:

“Having experienced the network as a Managing Partner of a member firm, I'm thrilled to be joining HLB. My goals are to further expand the network’s reputation for excellence, deepen meaningful relationships across our member firms, and create sustained value for all our stakeholders – both regionally, in North America, and globally.”

“This network is recognised as a global leader in our industry, and the consistent recognition for excellence among our member firms speaks volumes about HLB’s unwavering commitment to quality. I look forward to working with HLB’s dedicated team of professionals who are committed to delivering outstanding results.”

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