IPA 100 firm Forvis Mazars LLP (FY24 net revenue of $2.2 billion) has named Josh Swain as the next national sector leader for its TMT, life sciences & services practice, effective June 1. He succeeds Billy Parker, who will transition from the role next year following a 40-year career, including the past seven years leading the practice nationally.
Swain is a tax partner with more than 16 years of experience serving clients in the Metro D.C. area. He has worked extensively with technology, private equity and government contracting clients and will focus on helping clients adapt to changing market demands, including the growing impact of AI implementation.
In his new role, Swain will oversee cross-service line collaboration, scalable go-to-market strategies and client support initiatives across the rapidly evolving sector.
“I’m honored to step into this role and grateful for Billy’s mentorship,” said Swain. “What excites me most is the entrepreneurial culture here at Forvis Mazars—it creates real opportunities to build, innovate and grow together. I look forward to working with this outstanding team and partnering with our other sector leaders to strengthen client relationships and continue advancing the firm’s growth priorities.”
“Josh is the right leader for a moment when technology and AI are fundamentally redefining how industries compete and grow,” said Tim York, CGO of Forvis Mazars. “His sector insight and forward-looking perspective position our firm to help TMT, Life Sciences & Services clients turn digital transformation into real, measurable advantage.”
The TMT, life sciences & services practice serves clients nationwide across industries including technology and software, media and entertainment, telecommunications, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
“Josh is a steady, collaborative leader,” said Parker. “He brings the right mix of client-first mindset, sector knowledge and energy to help us continue building momentum for our outstanding team members and clients.”
