SEI, a prominent employee-owned consulting firm, has appointed Patrick Donegan as Managing Director of its Philadelphia office. In this expanded role, Patrick will also continue overseeing the firm’s Brand and Marketing strategy along with industry alignment, building on his track record of driving firmwide growth and preparing Philadelphia for its next phase of expansion.
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Patrick Donegan brings over sixteen years of leadership experience at SEI and has become a trusted and steady leader across the organization. Most recently serving as SEI’s Chief Strategy Officer, he led companywide initiatives to modernize technology platforms, strengthen business development capabilities, and improve systems that support employees and clients alike. His leadership has been instrumental in driving national expansion while maintaining SEI’s culture of collaboration and excellence.
Previously, Patrick opened and managed SEI’s Washington, D.C., office, establishing a high-performing team and setting a strong foundation for the firm’s regional growth. His efforts in that role and as Chief Strategy Officer reflect his commitment to achieving business outcomes without losing sight of SEI’s values, which have helped the firm maintain a spot on Consulting Magazine’s Best Firms to Work For list for fifteen consecutive years.
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Bill Gallagher, CEO of SEI, praised Patrick’s leadership, noting that he has been key in shaping the firm’s strategy, connecting to its culture, and focusing execution across initiatives. Gallagher expressed confidence that Patrick’s leadership will drive Philadelphia’s continued growth and impact in the market.
SEI Philadelphia, launched in 2020, has quickly become a trusted partner for Fortune 100 clients across the region. John Tarczewski, a foundational leader of the office with over fifteen years at SEI, will continue contributing as Principal Consultant. Patrick emphasized Tarczewski’s role in establishing client relationships, building the team, and setting the office up for long-term success. As Managing Director, Patrick will concentrate on expanding client relationships, fostering local partnerships, and reinforcing SEI’s collaborative culture. He highlighted the Philadelphia team’s work across pharmaceuticals, healthcare, financial services, technology, and higher education and expressed his commitment to sustaining momentum in these sectors and beyond.
The appointment underscores SEI’s dedication to connecting regional markets with national talent and expertise. Philadelphia’s $450 billion regional economy and 3.3 million–strong workforce present significant growth opportunities. Patrick’s experience in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, mergers and acquisitions, and human capital strategy positions the office and the firm to achieve long-term success. Gallagher remarked that Patrick exemplifies SEI’s collaborative and invested mindset, emphasizing that his leadership will drive the continued expansion of the Philadelphia office and strengthen the firm nationwide.
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