Accenture announced the appointment of Ellyn Shook as chief human resources officer, effective March 1, 2014. She succeeds Jill B. Smart, who will step down after serving as chief human resources officer for the past nine years. Ms. Smart will retire from Accenture on Aug. 31, 2014.
Ms. Shook, is currently senior managing director -- Human Resources and head of Accenture's Human Resources Centers of Expertise. She is responsible for the company's talent strategy, including career and performance management, employee engagement, retention and total rewards. In addition, she leads the human resources teams responsible for the company's operating groups and growth platforms. In her new position, Ms. Shook will join the company's Global Management Committee.