<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Kate Clifford has been promoted to global chief leadership & human resources officer at Accenture, succeeding Angela Beatty.Clifford has a 27-year history with Accenture, starting as a business-process consultant in 1998.She has held various roles within the company, including field HR manager, senior manager, and director positions.Clifford most recently served as chief HR officer-Americas before her latest promotion.Angela Beatty, the previous global chief leadership & HR officer, has been with Accenture for over a decade.Beatty joined Accenture in 2015 and has held various leadership positions during her tenure.Beatty moved to Accenture from Towers Watson, where she served in roles related to rewards, talent, and change management.Clifford's promotion marks the transition in global HR leadership at Accenture.Both Clifford and Beatty have had significant experience in HR and leadership roles.The change in leadership aligns with Accenture's focus on talent development and management.Clifford's long-standing association with the company reflects her commitment and expertise in HR.Beatty's tenure at Accenture has been marked by steady progression through leadership ranks.The elevation of Clifford signifies a new chapter in global HR leadership at Accenture.The transition from Beatty to Clifford demonstrates continuity and succession planning within the company.The promotion highlights Accenture's investment in developing internal talent for leadership roles.