Baker McKenzie Appoints David Mcleod Head of Global Business Solutions

Baker & McKenzie has appointed David M. MacLeod as Director of Global Business Solutions. Mr. MacLeod, who will be based in Chicago, will take a leadership role in creating, implementing and delivering the Firm’s technology-based business solutions.

Mr. MacLeod has more than 20 years of experience in aligning technology investments with business strategy and functional directives for a diverse set of industry leading organizations. Most recently, he ran a consulting firm focused on clients needing assistance setting and monitoring business goals. Prior to that, he was responsible for leading IT investments, planning, customer service, and process re-engineering for one of the leading global restaurant companies. In addition, he spent 15 years with a Big Four accounting firm, six of those years as partner.

Sue Hall, Baker & McKenzie’s Chief Information Officer, said: “David’s background and consistent track record in integrating strategy, business consulting and IT services into business solutions will help us enhance our information framework and customer service capabilities.”

Mr. MacLeod holds a Masters in Industrial Engineering and B.S. in Mathematics and Economics, both from the University of Pittsburgh.