Alvarez & Marsal’s Public Sector Services Managing Director, Michael Carrasco, featured as one of the Top 50 Government Consultants and Leaders of 2023.
There is a growing demand for governments to adopt a more proactive stance in reforming social and economic support systems, addressing the changing requirements of their citizens. To address this demand, government agencies must swiftly acquire new skills, novel approaches, and adapt to a changing landscape. Consultants, who possess a deep understanding of government operations and relevant public sector expertise, play a pivotal role in this essential transformation.
This year's recipients of awards are recognized for their exceptional expertise and unwavering commitment to innovation within various domains, including modernizing IT infrastructure and workflows, transforming financial management practices, designing growth strategies, and numerous other specialties.
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