Los Angeles, 21 November 2022, - Korn Ferry (NYSE: KFY) today announced that Alma Derricks has joined the firm as a senior client partner in the Consulting business. She will be based in the firm’s Los Angeles office.

Derricks brings over 25 years of experience building innovative new ventures in the media, entertainment, technology, hospitality, and consumer products industries. She joins Korn Ferry from a brand entrepreneurship firm she founded. During this time, she partnered with leadership teams and boards of directors to sharpen brand storytelling and launch new business lines.

Prior to that she was a partner at a global consulting firm where she worked in the technology, media & telecommunications and strategy practices creating customer strategies for an array of businesses. She has also worked for Paramount pictures as Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the Resident Shows Division of Cirque du Soleil.

“Alma has vast expertise advising organizations on how to navigate important inflection points to sharpen their approach and drive new business,” said Michelle Stuntz, North America Consumer Leader, Consulting, Korn Ferry. “She is a passionate leader with a strong ability to craft creative solutions that make an impact for organizations. We are thrilled to have her join Korn Ferry.”

Derricks holds a bachelor’s degree in international relations from Stanford University and a Master of Business from Georgetown University McDonough School of Business.

Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers.

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