EY promotes Daniel Washburn to head of Forth Worth office

EY US has promoted Daniel Washburn to office managing partner (OMP) for Fort Worth, TX, effective April 1, 2026.

Washburn succeeds Richard Payne, who is retiring in June after 24 years with EY – including more than 10 years leading the Fort Worth office.

“Leading our firm’s Fort Worth office – especially at a time of such exciting growth for our city – has been one of the greatest experiences of my career,” Payne said. “I know Daniel’s leadership will bring tremendous value to our clients and team in our incredible city and business community.”

Washburn is an assurance partner with 30 years of experience supporting clients in real estate, engineering, construction, and aerospace. He has held several internal leadership roles focusing on quality and market growth at EY.

“Our city’s impressive growth is driven by our innovative business community, and EY is working hard to fuel even more growth and innovation,” Washburn said. “That work starts with high-quality client service and investing in our colleagues’ skills and knowledge, which will be my focus as Fort Worth OMP.”

Washburn is a graduate of Abilene Christian University and serves as chairman and executive committee member at Casa Mañana Theatre.

EY in the last several months has appointed Kristi Eckert as OMP for Cincinnati, Neal Thomas as OMP for Louisville office, and Hala Martin as OMP for San Francisco.