UNIONDALE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 21, 2025 / Ronnie T. Welch Jr. has been recognized by Marquis Who's Who for his exceptional expertise in the auditing industry. Mr. Welch has also been featured in the Marquis Who's Who Top Executive list.
About Ronnie T. Welch Jr.
Coming from a humble background, Mr. Welch is grateful to those who recognized his potential and supported his journey to success. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for problem-solving, he naturally gravitated toward a career that allowed him to assess situations and develop solutions through critical thinking.
Initially aspiring to become a consultant, Mr. Welch's career path took a turn during a career day at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. There, he interviewed with Ms. Mary Grace Davenport, a partner at PwC, who encouraged him to consider the accounting industry due to its similar challenges and diverse services, including auditing with a focus on technology. Intrigued by the possibilities, Mr. Welch joined PwC in 2004 after an intensive round of interviews. Mr. Welch earned a degree in management information systems (MIS) from the Rutgers Business School in 2004.
A Notable Career in Auditing
After graduation, Mr. Welch supported numerous insurance clients in Ms. Davenport's portfolio, progressing to the management level in PwC's New York office. He worked with PwC for over seven years before advancing his career at MetLife. In 2014, he joined Guardian Life Insurance Company of America (Guardian) as the head of IT internal audit services. Over more than 10 years, Mr. Welch's career progressed within Guardian's internal audit function, culminating in his appointment as chief audit executive of the audit and risk committee of the board of directors in 2021.
In his current role, Mr. Welch provides the board and senior leadership with independent risk-based and objective assurance advice and insight services to enhance the organization. By maintaining a hands-on approach, he engages with clients to learn their daily operations and offer suggestions for process improvements. One of his greatest accomplishments was receiving the 2016 CEO award for enhancing customer service and value through his internal audit services.
Mr. Welch prides himself on establishing strong relationships with colleagues, fostering trust and rapport. He effectively communicates complex issues to the audit and risk committee, ensuring awareness of potential risks and keeping the company within its accepted risk appetite.
A Strong Work Ethic and Commitment to Others
Mr. Welch attributes his career success to his hard work, often working twice as hard as others to gain recognition. His work ethic has been the foundation of his achievements, drawing the interest of those around him. In the coming years, Mr. Welch plans to offer his skills and experiences to companies through board positions. He aspires to make a substantial impact on the auditing profession by embracing emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing.
Mr. Welch's background has instilled in him a passion for giving back to his community, especially supporting those from lower-income, underserved communities. He is committed to guiding young people from high school to college, providing sponsorships and resources to these students. Through his philanthropy, Mr. Welch aims to bring about meaningful changes in the world.
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