New York-based Ernst & Young (FY24 net revenue of $24.15 billion) announced that David Zaozirny has been named the new Office Managing Partner for the firm’s Houston office,
effective July 1. Zaozirny will lead nearly 2,000 Ernst & Young professionals across the firm’s service lines, working alongside audit, consulting, tax and strategy and transactions professionals to deliver high-quality client service. He succeeds Esi Akinosho, who will expand her client focus and serve as Global Client Service Partner for major energy companies across the U.S.
As Office Managing Principal, Akinosho led consistent revenue growth and strengthened the firm’s presence in the Houston market. She enhanced the office’s inclusive culture and increased team engagement, guiding the team through challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Serving as Houston Office Managing Principal has been an incredibly meaningful experience, and I am grateful to the talented teams and leaders who have helped us build on the strength of this market,” said Akinosho. “Houston is a resilient, innovative community full of people and businesses that deeply care about our city, and David shares those same qualities. We’ve been working closely together to ensure a smooth transition, and I know he’ll excel in this role.”
Zaozirny is an Assurance partner with more than 30 years of experience. He currently serves as the U.S. Financial Accounting and Advisory Services Energy sector leader and the Assurance Advisory Leader for the Oil and Gas, Chemicals and Mining and Metals sectors. Over the course of his career, he has worked with both high-growth startups and large multinational public companies across sectors such as energy, manufacturing, construction, technology and mining. He has advised organizations on complex accounting and regulatory matters and has played a key role in numerous mergers, acquisitions and public offerings.
“It’s an honor to take on this role at Ernst & Young, where I’ve worked for more than 20 years, especially because of how much I admire and enjoy working with my talented Houston colleagues,” Zaozirny said. “Our market is at the forefront of energy innovation and economic growth, and I look forward to working alongside our teams to continue delivering exceptional service to our clients and helping them reach new milestones. Since starting my Houston career in 1992, I have watched H-Town transform from an oil-dependent economy into one of the most diversified and fastest-growing economies in the U.S., while still remaining the global energy capital.”