For KPMG PPMD, how long did you spend at the director level before making it to MD? How long at MD to Partner?

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Two years and then in process both times, but that is fast. Depends a lot on the growth and maturity of your practice

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To be a bit clearer; two years of strong performance. Third year was the promotion cycle, including lining up endorsements, being put on “the list” business cases, panels, background checks, etc. Notified before the end of that year. Rinse, repeat for partner.
Better?

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