Arthur D. Little Appoints Three New Partners
The consulting firm has expanded its leadership team with new hires and an internal promotion in Paris and Milan.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in People
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Arthur D. Little has announced the appointment of three new partners to its offices in Paris and Milan. These leadership additions aim to strengthen the firm's global client support and team management capabilities.
Why it matters
By bolstering its partner ranks, the firm intends to enhance its specialized consulting services across key industry sectors. This move reflects a broader effort to deepen its expertise in travel, technology, and automotive markets worldwide.
The firm operates a global network of 50 offices across 40 countries, employing 2,400 staff members. The new appointments add leadership capacity following the firm's founding in 1886.
The players
Arthur D. Little
Founded in 1886, this global management consulting firm specializes in strategy, innovation, and operations across various industries.
Gael Lebreton
He is a new partner in the Travel, Transportation & Hospitality practice in Paris who previously worked at McKinsey & Company.
Makram Chehayeb
He is an internally promoted partner leading the Telecommunication, Information, Media and Electronics practice in Paris.
Nicola Morzenti
He is a new partner in the Automotive and Manufactured Goods practice in Milan who joined from Roland Berger.
The details
Gael Lebreton joins the Travel, Transportation & Hospitality practice in Paris from McKinsey & Company, while Makram Chehayeb is promoted from within to lead the Telecommunication, Information, Media and Electronics practice in Paris. Nicola Morzenti, who brings 20 years of experience, joins the Automotive and Manufactured Goods practice in Milan from Roland Berger.
Timeline
October 2026: Arthur D. Little announced the new partner appointments.
2022: Makram Chehayeb joined Arthur D. Little.
1886: The firm Arthur D. Little was founded.
Market Landscape
These leadership moves mirror the industry-wide trend of firms scaling their expertise to capture market share in increasingly complex sectors. The appointment strategy positions the firm to compete more aggressively against major global consultancy rivals.
Clients of the firm in the automotive, telecommunications, and travel sectors can expect direct leadership changes as these partners assume their new roles. These appointments primarily impact the strategic direction and service quality offered to international corporate partners.
The takeaway
Strategic leadership changes at major consulting firms often signal a shift in focus toward high-growth technical sectors. Industry professionals should monitor these appointments to identify the specific markets where these firms expect the most significant growth.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Consultancy.
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