CrossCountry Consulting Appoints Private Equity Leader to Board of Advisors

Former BDO Principal Jim Clayton to support expansion of firm’s Private Equity practice

MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CrossCountry Consulting, a leading business advisory and technology solutions firm, today announced the appointment of respected private equity leader Jim Clayton to its Advisory Council. In this role, Clayton will provide strategic guidance to the firm's national Private Equity practice, supporting the growth of its comprehensive suite of services for the Office of the CFO of portfolio companies.

Clayton brings decades of executive experience in industry and professional services focused on the private equity and technology sectors. His deep industry knowledge and network will be instrumental in advancing CrossCountry’s mission of equipping private equity clients and their portfolio companies with innovative solutions to navigate complex transformations and achieve strategic growth. This further solidifies the company’s position as a trusted partner for firms seeking to maximize value in an evolving market.

“In times like these, Private Equity needs to be very disciplined and operationally focused to drive value creation," said Erik Linn, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of CrossCountry Consulting. "Jim’s strategic perspective aligns perfectly with our collaborative approach to solving our clients' most pressing challenges and his proven experience serving as a trusted partner to portfolio support teams and operating partners will be invaluable as we continue to accelerate the growth of our Private Equity practice.”

Clayton's career is defined by significant leadership roles and a proven track record of delivering impactful results, including leading management consulting teams at BDO, co-leading its Private Equity Industry Group, and founding AC Lordi’s Business Advisory practice for mid-market private equity firms. Notably, he executed large scale transformation projects from $5M to over $100M that returned significant value to clients. His expertise spans M&A execution, technology enablement, and process optimization across industries including software, healthcare, manufacturing, and insurance.

"I am thrilled to join the Advisory Council at this pivotal time in the Private Equity market,” said Clayton. “The number of deferred transactions in this space creates exciting market opportunities in the coming years for a firm like CrossCountry. I look forward to working with the team to further enhance their offerings and help their clients thrive in a dynamic market."

Learn more about CrossCountry Consulting.

CrossCountry Consulting is a leading provider of specialized advisory and technology solutions across finance, accounting, risk, and operations. As a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, emerging growth market leaders, and private equity sponsors, the firm combines expertise and ingenuity with the power of data, AI, and leading technologies to deliver innovative solutions that address complex business challenges, maximize transaction value, and drive human-centered transformation. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with employees across the United States and in strategic international locations, CrossCountry is committed to delivering a better experience for its clients, people, and communities. For more information, visit www.crosscountry-consulting.com.