Cheri Husney
Chief Growth Officer
Who I work with
As Chief Growth Officer, I activate Aprio’s expansion into new strategic markets and services, enable business development, and facilitate mergers to fuel the firm’s continued growth. I partner with industry, practice, and market leaders to drive a national marketing strategy and business development vision, furthering Aprio’s robust presence across U.S. and globally.
My specialty
Dynamic and results-driven, I truly thrive on driving growth and innovation with a client-centric mindset. With three decades of professional services firm experience, including 20 years with a Big Four firm, and just prior to Aprio served as Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer with a global law firm, I bring experience as a people-focused, agile leader who is truly able to blend vision with tactical strategy to realize ambitious growth goals.
Leading with a ‘team member-first’ approach has fueled meaningful relationships that reflect mutual respect and trust. My genuine connection with colleagues and leaders has allowed me be part of driving the business agenda forward.
Results I have delivered
I am recognized for stewarding brand and purpose while assembling and leading a talented team of more than 60 marketing, communications and business development professionals, inspiring Aprio’s 2,200 team members and clients worldwide to achieve what’s next.
Unique things about me
My personal philosophy is that you need to be clear about what you are seeking in your career and life, apply diligence and grit as you go after it, prove your performance, use your voice, and ask for what you want.
When I am not at work
I enjoy spending quality time with my family, adventure travel and culinary exploration and giving back to my community through volunteerism and charitable endeavors.
People say I am
Calm during chaos, determined and diligent.
Affiliations
I am a dedicated advocate for diversity and inclusion in the workplace. In addition to serving on Aprio’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Council, I am actively involved in initiatives aimed at fostering a more inclusive and equitable culture.
Beyond Aprio, I serve on the board of and am Past President of OnBoard, Inc. I also volunteer as a mentor with Pathbuilder’s, Inc. in Atlanta and OnBoard, Inc.
I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Florida State University and an MBA in International Business and Marketing from Mercer University through its Executive MBA Program.