Jim Peko

James A. Peko is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in operational leadership across prestigious firms. Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer at Grant Thornton Advisors LLC since June 2024, Peko previously held the position of Chief Operating Officer and National Managing Principal - Operations at Grant Thornton LLP from August 2006 to June 2024, where a strong emphasis was placed on performance, trust, integrity, and collaborative teamwork. Peko's career also includes leadership roles at Navigant Consulting, Deloitte, Ernst & Young Corporate Finance, and The Nikko Securities Co. International, Inc. An MBA in Finance was earned from Fordham Gabelli School of Business, following a BS in Economics/Accounting from Saint Peter's University, complemented by executive education at Harvard Business School.