A&M announces new managing director

Leading global professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal, also known as A&M, recently announced the appointment of Zhu Wei as managing director and co-head of its North Asia section, a move the firm said marked a significant milestone in its ambitious regional growth strategy as well as reinforcing its commitment to helping enterprises worldwide drive transformation for sustainable profitability.

Zhu will work alongside Managing Director and co-head James Dubow to spearhead A&M's operations in North Asia, along with growing the firm's Restructuring & Turnaround, Performance Improvement, Disputes and Investigations, Global Transaction Advisory, Tax and Digital practices in China.

Recognized for expanding China-based consulting practices over several decades and in varied market environments, Zhu's experience and relationships align with A&M's integrated platform, the firm said.

From 2020 to 2024, A&M North Asia has tripled the number of practitioners in the region, now with over 340 professionals across offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Seoul. This team expansion underpins A&M's North Asia performance, with revenue growth of over 2.5 times from 2020 to 2023.

Bryan Marsal, co-founder and co-CEO of A&M, said, "We are undertaking a global expansion with a series of senior appointments across the US, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Zhu Wei's joining underscores our commitment to expanding our North Asia footprint. His extensive expertise and connections, along with our growing regional team, further our ability to help clients navigate environmental complexities while capitalizing on market opportunities that unlock growth."

Zhu brings 35 years of management consulting, investment banking, and private equity experience to his role at A&M. He has worked in multiple sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, consumer goods, telecommunications, logistics, high-tech and financial services. His expertise in guiding companies through revenue growth strategies, developing new digital business models, and navigating complex mergers and acquisitions (M&A) enhances A&M's ability to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions that best meet clients' needs, the firm said.

"Rapidly changing market conditions demand a continuing and deepening investment in our operational capabilities. Wei's appointment reflects A&M's commitment to do just that. His functional expertise and in-depth knowledge of multiple sectors augment our lines of service and regional leadership position," said Dubow, adding Zhu that exceptional expertise will help drive A&M's strategic regional priorities forward.

Zhu previously served as the Greater China Chairman and Market Unit Lead at Accenture. He has also held leadership roles at AT Kearney, Roland Berger, Goldman Sachs, CVC Capital and Standard Chartered Private Equity.

"The North Asia region is undergoing an accelerated transition from traditional growth models to a more quality and sustainability-based economy. A&M's integrated platform uniquely positions the firm to help corporations navigate this transformation and optimize opportunities arising from rapid digitalization across industries," said Zhu.

"The firm's 40-year history of entrepreneurship, operational excellence and results-oriented mindset furthers our ability to provide best-in-class advice and solutions that make a difference to our clients."

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