MJ Anderson joins Baker Tilly as head of learning

31 January 2025 Consulting.us

Mary Jo (MJ) Anderson has joined Baker Tilly US, a mid-market accounting and consulting firm, as head of learning.

Anderson joins the firm’s Chicago headquarters, where she will focus on leading the firm’s learning and development approach and driving initiatives that amplify the firm’s talent.

Anderson will report to Amy Ward, chief people officer.

“MJ’s leadership will strengthen our firm’s talent ecosystem and enhance our ability to support team members as they grow and thrive,” said Ward. “Her extensive experience in designing impactful learning programs and proven expertise in change management make her the ideal leader to support Baker Tilly’s journey toward achieving our strategic goals.”

Anderson previously spent seven years at chocolate manufacturer Ferrero, where she was VP and head of Ferrero University. Before that, she spent a year as a director in the professional development practice of Navigant and five years as an associate director in the global talent practice of Deloitte.

Earlier in her career, Anderson was a director and head of learning, talent, and organization development at Huron and a manager in the organization effectiveness group of Arthur Andersen.

She has a master’s degree in communication from Miami University and a bachelor’s degree in communication from the University of Dayton.

“I am thrilled to join Baker Tilly and contribute to a firm that values talent development as a cornerstone of its success,” Anderson said. “I look forward to collaborating with the talented team here to create learning solutions that empower our people to grow professionally, innovate and deliver extraordinary results for our clients.”

Baker Tilly US has more than 6,700 people across 60+ offices.

The firm last year took on private equity ownership, selling a majority stake to Hellman & Friedman and Valeas Capital Partners.

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