KPMG in Malta is proud to announce that Associate Director and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Lead Rachel Decelis has been awarded the Emerging Talent Award in the inaugural KPMG Global ESG Awards. Announced as part of KPMG's first ever 'ESG: Global Connect' event, Rachel has been recognised on a global scale for her brilliant work in leading and building KPMG in Malta's ESG practice. The award was presented by John McCalla-Leacy, KPMG's Head of Global ESG.

Rachel is a chemist and chartered environmentalist, having 18 years' experience in sustainability. She joined KPMG in Malta in 2022 as ESG lead, after having worked in both the environmental consultancy and regulatory sectors. She has since spearheaded KPMG in Malta's ESG efforts and managed numerous engagements with private and public sector clients, including in hospitality, gaming, retail, and financial services. Rachel also provides internal and external ESG training, is an internationally sought-after speaker on sustainability matters, coordinates the 'Our Impact Plan' (OIP) Forum at KPMG in Malta, and has authored and co-authored numerous thought leadership pieces on sustainability. Her specialisations include ESG reporting, ESG strategy, and climate change, and she is the Climate and Net Zero lead for a sub-region of KPMG across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

KPMG in Malta would like to congratulate Rachel for this significant achievement, which has positioned the firm's ESG's work on a global level.

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