Ernst & Young Named Scott Porter Managing Partner
Scott Porter has taken over as the new head of the Ernst & Young Los Angeles office.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in People
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Ernst & Young has appointed Scott Porter as the managing partner for its Los Angeles office. He succeeds Andy Park, who led the office for five years.
Why it matters
The leadership change aims to pivot the local office toward new market strategies while maintaining deep professional connections. Porter brings three decades of experience to the role as the firm continues to navigate the regional landscape.
Scott Porter brings over 30 years of technology advisory experience to the position. Andy Park previously served as the local office leader for five years.
The players
Scott Porter
He is the new managing partner for Ernst & Young in Los Angeles and a graduate of the University of Southern California and Harvard University.
Andy Park
He is the former Los Angeles office leader at Ernst & Young who also serves as board chair of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce.
Ernst & Young
This is a global professional services firm that provides assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services to various industries.
The details
Scott Porter will oversee the firm's operations and strategy in Los Angeles, taking over from Andy Park. Park has transitioned into a newly created role overseeing market strategy for 14 regional offices.
Timeline
Scott Porter assumed the position of Los Angeles managing partner on October 1, 2026.
Andy Park led the firm's local office for five years prior to his transition.
Market Landscape
This leadership shuffle reflects a broader trend of large professional services firms consolidating regional strategy under unified oversight. By moving Andy Park to a broader regional role, Ernst & Young is positioning itself to better synchronize operations across 14 West region offices.
For local clients, the transition marks a shift in how the firm coordinates its advisory services and regional resources. Businesses working with the Los Angeles office can expect a focus on strengthening community ties and professional networks under Porter's leadership.
The takeaway
The appointment of a long-time technology advisor signals a continued emphasis on technical expertise within the firm's leadership ranks. Executives in the region should anticipate a greater alignment of local operations with broader West region strategic goals.
Further reading
For more on local professional transitions, visit the Los Angeles People section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Los Angeles Business Journal.
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