Tom Shave takes charge as Ryan's President of Europe and Asia-Pacific
- Ryan has appointed Tom Shave to lead its Europe and Asia-Pacific division from London.
- Shave previously headed the tax practice at a major UK accounting firm.
- His leadership is expected to drive growth and innovation in Ryan’s service offerings.
In the United Kingdom, Ryan, a leader in global tax services, has announced the appointment of Tom Shave as the President of its Europe and Asia-Pacific division. This strategic move aims to enhance both organic and inorganic growth opportunities within these regions. Shave, who will operate out of Ryan's London office, brings a wealth of experience from his previous role as the Head of Tax at one of the largest accounting firms in the UK, where he led a sizable tax practice focusing on revenue expansion and firm recruitment. Shave's experience encompasses over two decades in the tax industry. At his former firm, he managed a tax staff of more than 500 professionals across multiple locations, emphasizing technological innovation and strategic client development. His leadership was pivotal in advancing the firm's mergers and acquisitions program, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of tax services and market demands. Shave's role at Ryan is expected to significantly impact the firm’s strategic vision for growth in the competitive EAP market. Chairman and CEO of Ryan, G. Brint Ryan, expressed confidence in Shave’s capabilities, noting that his track record aligns seamlessly with the firm’s mission to empower team members through innovative strategies and exceptional client service. Shave himself articulated his excitement for joining Ryan, highlighting the pivotal stage of growth the firm is currently traversing. He recognizes the potential to leverage Ryan's industry-leading tax services to further innovate and expand the firm's influence in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Ryan has continuously sought to enhance its portfolio of international tax services, which encompass cost management, compliance, consulting, technological advancements, and innovation funding. The firm has been recognized with multiple awards for its outstanding client service, and with Shave at its helm in EAP, the expectation is to push these standards of excellence even higher. His leadership is poised to be instrumental in forging new opportunities and driving the firm's objectives forward in competitive global markets.