NEW YORK, June 19, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) today announced that Jacqueline Olynyk, partner and national leader of the firm's SAP Advisory practice, has been honored by Consulting magazine in its annual listing of the "Top 25 Consultants" for 2009. In her role, Jacqueline spearheads the development of the firm's solutions delivery capabilities for enterprise transformation projects involving SAP products. Under her leadership, the $60 million SAP practice has grown by 61 percent over the first six months of this fiscal year.
"Through Jacqueline's experience, vast knowledge of the industry, and exceptional leadership ability, she is strongly supporting PwC's lead in the technology space," said Joe Duffy, PricewaterhouseCoopers' U.S. Advisory strategy leader. "She truly exemplifies the commitment and dedication that PwC is well recognized for -- providing our clients with the most innovative technological solutions that will ultimately help them drive the most value to their organization. We congratulate and applaud Jacqueline for this well deserved honor."
In addition to her role as partner and leader, Jacqueline has over 25 years of experience in assurance, controls optimization and systems services working with many of the world's Fortune 500 companies.
Prior to assuming her current role, Jacqueline led PwC's Technology Performance Improvement practice in the New York Metro area and has also served as the East Coast Leader for Systems Risk Management Services. She is active in PwC's Women's Advisory Network and the firm's Partner Admissions Committee. Jacqueline holds a BS in Accountancy from Villanova University and an MBA from Columbia University. She lives in Monmouth Beach, New Jersey with her husband Charlie.
For more information about PricewaterhouseCoopers SAP Advisory Services, please visit www.pwc.com/sap.
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