While culture itself is built, culture equity is earned—earned by the mindset and actions of business leaders who intentionally, authentically and sustainably create an environment that helps people thrive.
Meet BDO's Chief People Officer
When BDO USA CEO Wayne Berson asked Cathy Moy to serve as the company’s first-ever Chief People Officer, she seized the opportunity to leverage her experience and unique point of view to strengthen BDO’s culture. As a working mother of three who was also asked to lead the firm’s Boston assurance practice and act as lead partner on some of its largest public company audit clients, Cathy inherently understood that culture was foundational to BDO and would be the firm’s most powerful business lever.
In her role as Chief People Officer, Cathy translated the firm’s vision and values into a course of action to build and sustain a strong corporate culture and create an atmosphere of trust. Working with Wayne and the rest of the executive team, she set out to create a world-class, purpose-centered environment where people would feel empowered to do their best work and be their best selves. To Cathy, culture is no longer a nice-to-have but rather a must-have and a key driver and competitive advantage for business. She believes investing in culture translates into equity for the firm, tangible value that leads to resilience even in challenging times.
BDO’s Culture
At BDO, we believe that our business, at its core, is about helping people: our professionals, our clients and our communities.
Learn more about who we are, and the principles that drive us to be exceptional every day.
Messages From Cathy Moy
The future of work demands more from leaders in how we support our people. Business leaders must prioritize cultivating highly agile, conscious and caring corporate cultures as a key business strategy. When leaders invest in developing engaged teams and provide the right support, tangible business value follows.
Companies That Truly Trust Their Employees Will Offer Them Flexibility—Working The Way They Want
November 16, 2021We will soon know how business leadership views its workers.
The Future of Work is Flexible
June 30, 2021In today’s evolving business landscape, BDO is constantly evaluating and adopting new ways to recruit, empower and retain the best people in our industry, while also ensuring we meet the growing needs of our clients and our standard of exceptional service.
BDO's Cathy Moy: Together, we thrive
January 25, 2021It’s an understatement to say that the past year has been tumultuous. As we’ve simultaneously navigated the uncharted waters of a global health crisis, the civil unrest that stemmed from the injustices facing the Black community and a rise in anti-Asian sentiment, we’ve all been faced with many new challenges and have had to make incredibly difficult decisions.
Celebrating and Advancing BDO’s Commitment to an Exceptional Workplace
September 15, 2020Building a culture where our professionals can thrive, both in and out of the office, is foundational to how BDO does business.
Three Company Must-Haves to Level the Corporate Playing Field this International Women’s Day
March 8, 2020When I was on track to become a partner at one of the nation’s largest accounting and advisory firms, I felt the pressure of succeeding combined with the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field.
Diverse perspectives. Deeper insights.
BDO is committed to creating an inclusive environment that helps our people thrive. Visit our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Resource Center to learn how we are encouraging diverse voices, empowering our people and taking action to effect change.
Interviews with Cathy Moy
The Need For Universal Flexibility. A podcast featuring Chief People Officer Cathy Moy
April 24, 2022What will the future of work look like? Cathy Moy shared her thoughts on the Talent Economy Podcast, highlighting the importance of resilience, flexibility and empathy in today’s business landscape.
BDO in the Boardroom Podcast - Episode 39: The Corporate Culture Imperative Through A Leadership Lens
August 17, 2021Join BDO's Center for Corporate Governance Amy Rojik as she sits down with Cathy Moy, BDO Chief People Officer, to discuss company culture as a business imperative and the reasoning why culture must be center stage for boards as companies reposition their businesses and focus on growth in 2021 and beyond. From Cathy’s unique vantage point, she has seen firsthand how a company’s investment in its people positively impacts its bottom line – and long-term sustainability.
Cathy Sits Down with Thomson Reuters
April 24, 2020Cathy explains why trust is the single biggest factor in increasing the retention and engagement of employees.
Students Who Know, a BDO Podcast for Students
September 24, 2020Cathy speaks with BDO campus recruiting about keeping our core purpose, values and commitment to students during the COVID-19 pandemic.
10 Years and Counting of Working Mothers
BDO USA is proud of being included in Working Mother’s 100 Best Companies list for the 10th consecutive year, as well as being named to the Best Companies for Dads list.
Cathy Moy on Culture
Building a culture where our professionals can thrive, both in and out of the office, is foundational to how BDO does business. People bring their best selves to work when they can be their best selves outside of work.
Cathy on BDO's Core Purpose During the Pandemic
April 19, 2021"There is no pandemic playbook for leadership or decision-making but when you have a core purpose that is thoroughly understood and thoroughly embraced it becomes the anchor of thinking."
Cathy on Conscious Culture and Conscious Leadership
April 19, 2021"There has never been a more critical time for business leaders to prioritize cultivating a conscious and caring corporate culture… It’s the right business thing to do, not only the right human thing to do."
Cathy on Work + Life Fit During the Pandemic
April 19, 2021"We’ve had to ensure our people are being heard and their needs are being met. And that really does start with leading with empathy and having truly authentic conversations and really listening… And then, equally importantly, acting on it."