<div id="readability-page-1"><div>         <div>                        <p><i>Sprecher will drive overall growth, expansion of the 8020 platform, and geographic reach</i></p><p>,  /PRNewswire/ -- 8020 Consulting is pleased to announce that <span>Adam Sprecher</span> has formally joined the team as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), signaling the firm's commitment to overall growth and expansion of the 8020 platform, founded on 8020's track record of delivering exceptional finance and accounting expertise. As CCO, Sprecher will be responsible for 8020 Consulting's go-to-market strategy, including brand experience for clients and consultants and geographic expansion.</p>             <p><span>                 Continue Reading                   <br/>                   <i></i>                                </span>             </p>             <div>               <div>                 <div>                                       <div>                                                               <figure>                        <p><img id="imageid_2" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/null?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/null"/>                    </p>                       <figcaption>         Adam Sprecher, Chief Commercial Officer, 8020 Consulting       </figcaption>     </figure>                                                                                  </div>                 </div>               </div>             </div>             <p>&#34;Adam embodies 8020 Consulting's core values, connects authentically with our people, and is passionate about the services we deliver,&#34; said <span>Kellen Smith</span>, CEO of 8020 Consulting. &#34;With a background growing businesses, including a successful exit at Salo, he understands what is required now and the foundation-building required to scale at speed, but doing it the right way. He has deep experience with organic geographic expansion and building out a culture that focuses equally on clients and talent. We are thrilled to welcome Adam to our senior leadership team.&#34;</p>                            <p>Most recently an Advisor for 8020, Adam has more than 20 years of experience leading strategy, operations, and sales in the talent and consulting industry. With a deep focus on aligning people, purpose, and performance, he has built a reputation for driving meaningful growth by connecting vision to execution—always with a strong emphasis on experience, engagement, and culture. For 17 years, Adam served in senior leadership at Salo, most recently as Chief Growth Officer and, previously, as Managing Director of two different markets. He played a central role in the company's rapid expansion and cultural evolution. He was instrumental in developing and executing strategic initiatives that scaled the business while preserving its people-first ethos.</p>               <p>Said Sprecher, &#34;I was drawn to 8020 Consulting's focus on building strong relationships with both clients and consultants. My passion is driving growth, and 8020 has built a strong foundation to catapult growth and expand the brand. Central to this growth strategy is 8020's commitment to its consultants and creating more opportunities for them. When we do this well and right, consultants gain development opportunities, upward mobility, and expanded horizons – all of which leads to sustainable growth.&#34;</p><p>Smith echoed this sentiment, adding, &#34;Success depends on creating an environment where consultants thrive and grow alongside company expansion. Our business model creates a 'flywheel effect' where consultant growth leads to better client value, which then enables further business growth.&#34;</p><p>Sprecher is a driving force in building high-performing teams, leading complex transformations, and cultivating cultures where people thrive. His leadership style combines strategic clarity with operational rigor and a deep belief in the power of purpose-driven work. Learn more and connect with Sprecher here.</p><p><b><u>About 8020 Consulting</u></b></p><p>8020 Consulting provides expert finance &amp; accounting operators to help clients meet critical business challenges. 8020's team of over 100 full-time consultants average over 20 years' experience in financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, interim financial management, transaction due diligence support, financial systems implementation, IPO readiness, and turnaround/restructuring consulting. 8020 serves a diverse range of industries including technology, business services, food &amp; beverage, consumer packaged goods, entertainment, healthcare, real estate, and financial services.</p><p><b>Media Contact</b> <br/><span>Michelle Meek</span><br/>773-220-3120<br/><span>[email protected]</span></p><p>SOURCE 8020 Consulting</p><p><img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://rt.prnewswire.com/rt.gif/query-RGF0ZUlkPTIwMjUwNjI1Jk5ld3NJdGVtSWQ9RkwxODQwMyZUcmFuc21pc3Npb25fSWQ9MjAyNTA2MjUxMjE2UFJfTkVXU19VU1BSX19fX19GTDE4NDAz?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://rt.prnewswire.com/rt.gif/query-RGF0ZUlkPTIwMjUwNjI1Jk5ld3NJdGVtSWQ9RkwxODQwMyZUcmFuc21pc3Npb25fSWQ9MjAyNTA2MjUxMjE2UFJfTkVXU19VU1BSX19fX19GTDE4NDAz"/></p></div>       </div></div>

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<p>8020 Consulting has appointed Adam Sprecher as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). He will lead the company's growth strategy, focusing on brand experience and geographic expansion. Sprecher, who has over 20 years of experience in the talent and consulting industry, previously served as Chief Growth Officer at Salo. His leadership aims to enhance consultant development and client value, fostering a culture that supports sustainable growth. CEO Kellen Smith emphasized the importance of creating an environment where consultants thrive alongside company expansion.</p>

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