The Axe Falls at KPMG: A Cautionary Tale for Corporate Accountability KPMG's CEO John Sams is walking a tightrope between transparency and damage control as the firm embarks on a major staff purge.
Up to 1,000 employees are expected to lose their jobs in a move that sends a stark message about the consequences of corporate hubris. The timing of this decision is no coincidence.
KPMG's whistleblower scandal has been unfolding in public view for months, tarnishing reputations and damaging relationships.