BRG Taps Veteran CFO Darin Cabral to Steer Global Growth Strategy

WASHINGTON, DC – May 27, 2026 – Global consulting firm BRG has appointed Darin Cabral as its new chief financial officer, a move that signals a clear focus on accelerating its international growth and strategic expansion. Cabral, a seasoned executive with over three decades of financial leadership, will oversee the firm's financial strategy and operations from its Washington, DC office.

He succeeds David Johnson, who departs after a nearly decade-long tenure as the firm's financial chief. The appointment comes at a pivotal moment for BRG, as the multidisciplinary advisory firm seeks to enhance its global capabilities in an increasingly complex and competitive market.

A Strategic Hire for Global Expansion

BRG has explicitly linked Cabral's appointment to its strategic growth initiatives. His extensive background is seen as a direct match for the firm's ambitions. With a career spanning both domestic and international operations, Cabral has a proven track record in managing the financial intricacies of global expansion and integrating mergers and acquisitions—two critical levers for growth in the professional services industry.

"Darin brings the operational discipline and financial expertise to support BRG's continued growth as a multidisciplinary firm," said Tri MacDonald, CEO and president of BRG, in the official announcement. "His experience leading finance organizations will be invaluable as we continue expanding our capabilities and serving clients across complex global markets."

Cabral's past performance underscores this strategic fit. Most recently, he served as the chief financial and administrative officer for Constellis, a global security and risk advisor. During his time there, he was a key figure in strategically improving the company's capital structure by successfully amending and extending its credit agreements. This move provided the firm with greater financial flexibility and a longer runway to execute its core strategies—a skill set highly prized by any organization with ambitious growth plans.

His deep experience in M&A integration, honed through senior roles at major corporations like Peraton, DXC Technology, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise, will be particularly crucial. As consulting firms frequently acquire smaller, specialized boutiques to gain new expertise or market share, a CFO who can effectively manage the financial and operational aspects of integration is a significant strategic asset.

The Modern CFO for a Multidisciplinary World

Cabral's appointment also reflects the evolution of the chief financial officer's role, particularly within a complex, knowledge-based firm like BRG. The modern CFO is no longer just a steward of the books but a key strategic partner to the CEO, deeply involved in shaping the company's direction. Cabral’s diverse background, which includes leadership positions in both the commercial and government contracting sectors, equips him with a broad perspective necessary to navigate the varied challenges BRG's clients face.

BRG prides itself on a unique structure that combines academic rigor with industry expertise and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to solve problems in economics, corporate finance, and disputes. This interdisciplinary model requires a financial leader who understands how to allocate resources and measure value across disparate but interconnected service lines.

Cabral himself highlighted this alignment in his public statements. "BRG's collaborative culture and multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving strongly resonated with me," he said. "The firm has built a distinctive platform that combines deep expertise with practical execution. I'm excited to help support its next phase of growth."

His tenure at technology giants like Hewlett-Packard and DXC Technology, the latter formed from a major merger, provides him with firsthand experience in technology-driven environments and large-scale corporate transformations. This background is particularly relevant as the consulting industry itself undergoes a digital transformation, with firms investing heavily in AI and data analytics to enhance their service offerings.

Navigating a Competitive Consulting Landscape

The hiring of a high-caliber executive like Cabral is also a significant move in the fierce "war for talent" that defines the contemporary consulting landscape. Professional services firms are built on the expertise of their people, and attracting and retaining top-tier leadership is paramount to success. Securing a CFO with Cabral's credentials is a statement of BRG's market position and its attractiveness as a destination for elite talent.

The financial challenges facing the industry are substantial. Firms must balance the high costs of talent acquisition and retention with significant, ongoing investments in technology. They must also navigate economic uncertainties that can affect client spending while simultaneously pursuing growth through strategic M&A. A CFO in this environment must be a master of capital allocation, risk management, and operational efficiency.

Cabral’s career demonstrates a proficiency in these exact areas. His ability to drive profitable growth and manage complex financial operations across different sectors suggests he is well-prepared to steer BRG through these industry-wide pressures. His academic credentials, including a Master of Science in management with a finance concentration from Purdue University and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Kentucky, provide a strong theoretical foundation for his decades of practical experience.

As BRG continues to build on its reputation, evidenced by its 13th consecutive ranking as an "Outstanding Economic Consultancy" by Global Competition Review, the financial leadership provided by the CFO's office will be critical. Cabral's arrival marks a new chapter, equipping the firm with a financial leader whose experience is directly aligned with the challenges and opportunities of its next phase of global growth.