Discuss the pros and cons of a partner who boomeranged out to industry and came back vs. a partner who’s a consulting lifer. Who does better in the long run?

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@PWC1 In terms of partner seniority eg: higher partner bands, board level/global roles

So, at PwC, I can point to examples of boomerangs that are in senior roles and global roles but the top most roles are generally lifers.

I myself an a boomerang and the experience I was able to gain while away from the Firm was invaluable and I would do it over again tomorrow if in the same situation. I’m also beyond where Partners of my tenure typically are and I attribute that at least in part to the professional experience I was able to gain in industry.

Hope that helps
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