KPMG has appointed Marc Moyers as head of the U.S. private equity group. He will lead cross-functional teams of KPMG audit, tax and advisory professionals, who assist private equity firms, develop and execute cross-border mergers, acquisitions, strategic alliances and joint ventures.

In his new role, he will succeed Shawn Hessing, who is stepping down from his role. Moyers, who joined KPMG in 1977, was admitted to the partnership in 1986. He also serves on the board of directors and the executive committee of the YMCA of Greater Richmond.

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