RGP, a global professional services firm, has appointed Luke Barnett as the Technology Strategy and Enablement Practice Leader within its Consulting Services Segment. The move signals RGP’s commitment to bridging the "execution gap" in large-scale technology transformations, specifically helping CFOs and CIOs navigate the complexities of ERP modernization, AI integration, and data governance.
New Leadership: Luke Barnett named Technology Strategy and Enablement Practice Leader.
Strategic Focus: ERP modernization, AI/data transformation, and risk/governance.
Background: Over 20 years of experience, including roles as CIO/CTO at TP ICAP and Tullett Prebon.
Acquisition Path: Barnett joined RGP via the 2024 acquisition of Reference Point.
Market Position: RGP serves 90% of the Fortune 100, focusing on closing the gap between strategic advice and hands-on execution.
In the current demanding technology landscape, RGP’s research indicates that many digital transformations fail due to a lack of foundational readiness rather than a lack of investment. Barnett’s role is specifically designed to align platform, data, and cloud investments with tangible business priorities, ensuring that strategy translates into scalable outcomes.
"Luke knows what it takes to lead a global technology organization through real transformation, not just design it from the outside," said Scott Rottmann, President of Consulting Services at RGP. "The firms that will win are those that can address challenges without losing momentum."
Barnett brings a robust pedigree of operational leadership to RGP. His career highlights include:
TP ICAP: Served as CIO and Head of Special Integration Projects.
Tullett Prebon: Held several senior roles, including Global CTO and CIO of the Americas.
Accenture: Began his career in consulting, providing a foundation in large-scale system implementation.
His expertise spans software development, infrastructure, and cybersecurity, providing a holistic view of the enterprise architecture required to support modern AI and data initiatives.
Barnett emphasizes that organizations are currently at an "inflection point," attempting to balance aggressive AI adoption with the critical, often difficult work of modernizing legacy systems and reducing data silos.
"What excites me about this role is the opportunity to help leaders embrace these challenges, address what's holding them back, and build something that fundamentally changes how their organization operates and competes," Barnett noted.
About RGP
RGP (Nasdaq: RGP) is a global professional services firm that combines the flexibility of on-demand talent with the rigor of consulting. Based in Dallas, Texas, the firm serves over 1,500 clients annually. Recognized by Forbes and U.S. News & World Report as a top employer and consulting firm, RGP specializes in finance, digital transformation, and cloud services.
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