Kelly, a global leader in specialty talent solutions, has appointed Troy R. Anderson as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO) designate, effective October 14, 2024. Anderson will succeed Olivier Thirot, the current CFO, who plans to retire after an orderly transition. Thirot will continue as a strategic advisor after stepping down from his role.
- Troy R. Anderson’s Appointment:
- Anderson brings over 30 years of experience in accounting, financial planning and analysis, external reporting, investor relations, and financial strategy.
- He previously served as the CFO of Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI), where he helped double the company’s revenue, increase profitability, and significantly boost its market cap.
- Leadership Transition:
- Peter Quigley, Kelly’s president and CEO, expressed confidence in Anderson’s ability to lead Kelly’s financial growth, citing his successful track record and passion for high-performance teams.
- Anderson’s appointment aligns with Kelly’s strategic goal to accelerate its specialty talent solutions and create long-term value for shareholders.
- Olivier Thirot’s Legacy:
- After more than a decade at Kelly, Thirot will retire but continue to offer strategic guidance during the transition.
- Kelly’s Board of Directors and Chairman Terrence Larkin commended Thirot’s leadership, which played a significant role in transforming Kelly into a more profitable and efficient enterprise.
- Anderson’s Career Background:
- Anderson’s previous role as Executive VP and CFO at Universal Technical Institute focused on growth, diversification, and optimization, leading to significant financial gains.
- Prior to UTI, Anderson was Vice President, Global Finance and Corporate Controller for Conduent, Inc., a major business process services company.
With Troy R. Anderson stepping into the role of CFO, Kelly aims to strengthen its financial strategies and accelerate growth in the global specialty talent market. The leadership transition marks a new chapter for Kelly, as the company continues to innovate and drive long-term value for shareholders.
