ABS has appointed David Wechsler, a founding partner of the firm that became Hitachi Consulting, as the new CEO of ABS Group, the company’s consulting wing.
Wechsler has a 35-year career in management consulting leadership positions across manufacturing, consumer products, sustainable energy, automotive, technology and services industries.
Christopher Wiernicki, ABS chairman and CEO, said: “David brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record that aligns well with the vision of ABS Group. A seasoned leader, he has been involved in more than a dozen acquisitions throughout his career – an invaluable asset as we look to grow. His understanding of mergers and strategic growth, coupled with a commitment to innovation, positions ABS Group for exciting opportunities on the horizon.”
Wechsler said: “ABS Group is a recognized safety leader with world class capabilities in process safety, risk management and asset performance management. This is a great foundation to build on. I am proud to lead their incredible team and support their mission to improve performance and reduce risk in a changing world.”
At the end of this year there will be a significant management change at the American class society with Wiernicki set to retire and be replaced by the company’s president, John McDonald.
