Reed Dailey

Reed Dailey is a seasoned director of digital practices at CohnReznick LLP, a top consulting firm in Chicago. With an MBA in marketing from Saint John's University, Reed is a multi-dimensional creative thinker with a diverse professional portfolio that includes experience in commercial, operations, financial management and M&A activities. He uses his wealth of experience to advise clients on all aspects of ETIDA growth, digital transformation, and full M&A lifecycle. Reed is a strategic partner of business leaders, recognized for his thought leadership and technology expertise, providing value through efficiency in core operations and digital capabilities. He has catalyzed transformation programs in strategic and financial businesses, enabling his clients to lead marketplace change and prepare for the future.

Reed's consultancy path began when he joined Capgemini Consulting after completing his MBA. Since then, he has effectively advised companies in manufacturing & distribution, media & entertainment, and retail on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other necessary optimizations to capture value through operational excellence and digital agility. Besides consulting, Reed is the host of the Digital by Design podcast, a platform that explains how companies can harness the power of digital to anticipate and prepare for the future.

Through his consulting work, Reed has cultivated a reputation as a connector of talent to employers and a mentor to leaders, consistently bringing fresh ideas and unparalleled collaborative experiences to his clients. His unique blend of skills and experience has been vital in helping businesses thrive in today's ever-changing digital world.