Webster used to work for PwC Canada, which he joined in 1981. He will replace Wilhelm Simons, who will become Central and Eastern Europe liaison partner based in Vienna, focused on increasing the cooperation of PwC firms across the region.

“I am excited about the business opportunities that the emerging Romanian market offers and it is for me a personal challenge to lead the excellent Romanian assurance team, which is the local market leader in this field”, Webster said.

Radu Stoicoviciu, partner with PwC Romania, was appointed new Advisory Leader within the company, again effective July 1. Stoicoviciu will replace Dinu Bumbacea in the position, who “decided to pursue personal projects,” PwC said.

Additionally, Alexandru Lupea, partner, Assurance Services practice, will take over the responsibilities of managing the PwC office in Cluj-Napoca, while Mircea Bozga will become a new Partner in the Assurance Department of PwC Romania.