"The additional workload prevented his continued participation."
Baird Cites Regional Expansion as Reason for Board Exit
Mike Baird, a former board member of KPMG, has stated that his departure from the board was driven by the board's role expanding from an Australian operation to a regional group. He noted that the resulting additional workload prevented his continued participation from September 1.
"My request for an external investigation was secured before my resignation, which was important to me."
Whistleblower Concerns
Baird also expressed dissatisfaction with the firm's progress on whistleblower claims. He confirmed that his request for an external investigation was secured before his resignation, a condition he described as important to him.
In a move to ensure continuity, Baird offered to remain on the whistleblower committee after his resignation to assist, citing a lack of urgency and transparency in the process.
Final Comments
"The whistleblower deserved proper assessment of their claims."
Baird stated that the whistleblower deserved a proper assessment of their claims, making that comment during his final board meeting.