Michael Kempe

Executive summary

Michael Kempe is the chief information officer at Grant Thornton Advisors LLC.

With more than two decades of experience driving digital transformation and global business strategy, he plays a pivotal role in strengthening Grant Thornton’s technology operations and strategy execution.

Before joining Grant Thornton, Kempe spent over a decade at KPMG LLP in various senior technology leadership roles including regional and international CIO, focused on driving revenue growth and increased operational efficiencies through large scale digital transformation programs, leveraging innovative Cloud and AI solutions. His extensive experience also includes senior positions at Lucent, Avaya, AIG and Barclays Capital.

Proficient in five languages, Kempe is a sought-after speaker at many technology events and conferences, where he frequently discusses topics like AI and digital innovation.

Education

• Kempe holds a business degree, with a specialization in logistics and information technology, from Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen, the Netherlands.