CONSULTING MAGAZINE ANNOUNCES 2026 TOP CONSULTANT HONOREES
Annual awards recognize consulting industry leaders across leadership, AI, strategy and digital transformation for significant client and firm impact
DALLAS, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Consulting Magazine has announced its 2026 Top Consultants honorees, recognizing a distinguished group of practitioners for their profound impact on the consulting profession, their firms, and their clients.
Since 2000, the publication has identified the industry's most influential leaders. This year's honorees were selected for their ability to innovate, deliver high-level client service, and drive positive change within their respective organizations.
The 2026 list reflects the industry's shifting priorities, with heavy emphasis on the integration of artificial intelligence and the navigation of complex global transformations. Notably, this year's awards feature the inclusion of dedicated international categories – such as Asia-Pacific Advisory, EMEA Advisory, Global & Cross-Border Consulting, and International Project Leadership—reflecting the increasingly borderless nature of the consulting profession.
"The 2026 honorees represent the pinnacle of the consulting profession, demonstrating an unparalleled ability to navigate market shifts and deliver transformative results," said Consulting Magazine Director Michael A. Webb. "These individuals exhibit the extraordinary traits of the 'trusted advisor' and are essential to the evolution of the industry in an era of rapid technological advancement."
Among the notable honorees for 2026 are Lifetime Achievement recipients Rahul Guha, CEO of Cornerstone Research; Loren Trimble, CEO of AArete; and Alma Angotti, Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting. Their decades of leadership have set benchmarks for excellence and integrity across the global consulting landscape.
In the rapidly expanding field of Analytics & AI Innovation, the magazine recognized leaders such as Traci Gusher, Americas AI & Data Leader at EY, and Vikram Bhandari, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at Riveron. Their work underscores the strategic importance of data-driven decision-making in modern consulting.
The Strategy & Transformation category highlighted senior practitioners including Rob Henske, Senior Partner and Chairman of the Board at Roland Berger, and Greg Portell, Partner at Kearney. These leaders were noted for their role in guiding major organizations through structural and market-driven shifts.
Consulting Magazine will celebrate the honorees at an awards dinner June 25, 2026 in New York City. The event will gather executives and business leaders to recognize the achievements of those who are defining the future of the profession.
The full listing of 2026 honorees and award criteria may viewed at the following link: https://www.event.consultingmag.com/TopConsultants/2026-honorees.
2026 Top Consultants Honorees
Analytics & AI Innovation
Asia-Pacific Advisory
Cybersecurity & Risk Technology
Data Ethics & Responsible AI
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
EMEA Advisory
Global & Cross-Border Consulting
Industry-Specialization
International Project Leadership
Lifetime Achievement
Operational & Process Consulting
Pro Bono & Social Impact
Strategy & Transformation
Talent & Workforce Transformation
Technology & Digital Consulting
Thought Leadership & Intellectual Capital
About Consulting Magazine
Consulting Magazine is the flagship publication of the consulting profession — and the leading resource for consulting executives and business leaders worldwide. Published by Arc Network, the magazine delivers industry news, analysis, and rankings alongside its renowned annual awards programs recognizing top firms and professionals. For more than 25 years, it has served as the definitive authority on the business of management consulting. For more information, visit consultingmag.com.
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