Liberty Advisor Group is proud to announce that Principal Consultant Alec McKenna has been named a 2026 Consulting Magazine Rising Star of the Profession in the Strategy and Transformation category. The award recognizes outstanding consultants aged 35 and under who are driving meaningful impact across their firms and client organizations.
The Rising Stars of the Profession dinner and award ceremony will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at The Midland Hotel in Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.
Alec is recognized for his leadership in technology strategy, digital transformation, and M&A advisory. He brings consulting and industry experience supporting private equity firms and global enterprises through high-stakes transformation initiatives. His work focuses on helping clients modernize operating models, improve investment discipline, and translate technology strategy into measurable business results.
At Liberty Advisor Group, Alec has led and supported engagements across the firm’s core offerings, including buy-side technology diligence, carve-out planning, and enterprise technology strategy. He has played a critical role in complex M&A transactions, developing cost models and governance structures that informed valuation and execution decisions. He has also led enterprise-wide strategy engagements, including the definition of multiyear technology roadmaps aligned to long-term business objectives.
Alec joined Liberty Advisor Group for the opportunity to work closely with clients and contribute to building a growing firm. He values the variety, pace, and responsibility that come with working in a highly collaborative environment, as well as the chance to shape internal frameworks and delivery models that benefit both clients and colleagues.
When asked about the recognition, Alec shared,
“Being nominated by my peers and leadership team is the most meaningful part of the experience. This award reflects the collective effort of the teams I work with and the culture of excellence built at Liberty Advisor Group.”
This recognition underscores Alec’s ability to combine analytical rigor, leadership, and execution discipline to create value for clients. It also reinforces Liberty Advisor Group’s commitment to developing the next generation of consulting leaders.
