With a 20-year track record of tangible results, Rachel Platt was recently appointed to the position of senior managing director and chief HR officer at Ankura Consulting in Washington, D.C.

Having worked in the professional services, direct response, online, and telecommunications sectors, Platt brings expertise in strategic HR planning, new programs and policies, employee relations, recruiting and retention as well as compensation, benefits, performance management and talent development.

The new officer, who will report to Ankura CEO Roger Carlile, earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration from Emory University. Having earned SPHR certification, she is an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management.

"The addition of Rachel is another important step in Ankura's development as we continue to grow in expertise and numbers,” Carlile said. “Her significant leadership skills will help our talent recruitment and development, as well as play a critical role in our ongoing commitment to a collaborative culture that is based on our core values and forms the foundation on which Ankura serves its clients."

Ankura prides itself on a collaborative work culture and unparalleled client service. In addition to its D.C. hub, Ankura operates branch offices in 11 additional locations in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.