BRG Hired Marc Metrick for Corporate Finance
The former Saks Global CEO joined the firm's New York office following a 30-year retail career.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Business Strategy
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BRG has appointed former Saks Global executive Marc Metrick as a managing director within its corporate finance practice. The firm added the veteran retail leader to its New York team to help support expanding client demand.
Why it matters
The firm intends to leverage the expertise of the long-time retail executive to grow its talent and service offerings. This move follows a record performance year for the company's corporate finance practice.
BRG corporate finance practice reported its strongest year in 2025. The firm currently employs over 1,600 people across 40 global offices.
The players
Marc Metrick
He is a veteran retail executive who previously served as the chief executive officer of Saks Global for two years.
BRG
It is a global consulting firm headquartered in Washington, DC, that provides corporate finance and advisory services.
Sohan Dasgupta
He is a newly appointed managing director at BRG focused on global trade and compliance.
The details
Metrick brings more than 30 years of experience to the role, having previously led Saks Global until its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in January 2026. The firm also recently appointed Sohan Dasgupta as a managing director in its global trade and compliance division.
Timeline
Marc Metrick served as CEO of Saks Global from 2024 to 2026.
The BRG corporate finance practice reported its strongest year in 2025.
Saks Global filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January 2026.
BRG announced the hiring of Marc Metrick on September 21, 2026.
Market Landscape
This strategic hire positions BRG to capitalize on leadership talent entering the market following the 2026 Saks Global Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. It reflects a broader trend of consulting firms absorbing high-level executives to gain competitive advantages in corporate advisory.
Clients of BRG in the New York area may see expanded service offerings as the firm scales its finance expertise. The addition of experienced leadership signals a push to improve advisory outcomes for the firm's client base.
The takeaway
Top-tier consulting firms frequently recruit executives with extensive industry backgrounds to bolster their advisory capabilities. This practice allows firms to integrate deep, real-world operational experience into their financial consulting strategies.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Consulting.
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