Korn Ferry Named as Founding Partner of LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Korn Ferry has announced it has established a strategic partnership to serve as a Founding Partner of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games. As the Official Talent & Organizational Consulting Partner for the LA28 Games and Team USA, Korn Ferry will bring the firm’s full suite of talent, leadership, and organizational capabilities to one of the world’s most inspiring stages. 

“With millions of fans, thousands of athletes and countless volunteers, the LA28 Games will display a beautiful mosaic of people, perspectives and passion on one of the world’s most inspiring stages,” said Gary D. Burnison, CEO, Korn Ferry. “Our partnership is all about building the culture and energy that will define the Games. Simply put, we’re powering the people who power the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games.”  

Korn Ferry is working closely with LA28 to hire, onboard, and develop the more than 5,000-people workforce needed to deliver the Games, while cultivating leaders and high-performing teams that reflect the spirit of Los Angeles and the Olympics and Paralympics.  

“The 2028 Games will celebrate human potential and achievement with moments that unite the Los Angeles community, the nation and people around the globe,” said Casey Wasserman, Chairperson and President, LA28. “Our work with Korn Ferry began nearly two years ago with the placement of Reynold Hoover as our CEO. Now, through our expanded partnership, we are building the team that will bring the LA28 Games to life and inspire the world.” 

The partnership has been deployed throughout the organization and will continue to showcase Korn Ferry’s brand when the world’s attention turns to Los Angeles.