Joe Depa has been appointed as the EY Global Chief Innovation Officer, a role in which he will lead applied innovation efforts to enhance service delivery and address emerging business challenges. Depa joins EY at a critical time as advancements in technologies such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and blockchain transform industries. His responsibilities
Depa brings extensive experience in technology and innovation, having served as Chief Data and AI Officer at a leading university and healthcare organization, where he advanced AI literacy and established responsible AI governance. Previously, he led global data and AI initiatives as a Senior Managing Director at a multinational professional services firm. Commenting on his appointment, Depa expressed excitement about empowering EY teams and clients to leverage emerging technologies to create meaningful value and drive positive change globally.























