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01 Jun 2026
EY Georgia Announces appointment of New Tax Partner
EY is pleased to announce an important leadership appointment within its Tax & Law Practice. As part of this milestone, effective July 1, 2026, Ekaterine Kiknadze will be promoted to Partner, recognizing her long-standing commitment to client service excellence and her impactful role in the growth of the practice.
“I am honored to join EY’s leadership team. I sincerely appreciate all the professionals I have interacted with and learned from throughout my more than 20-year journey with EY. In this new role I remain committed to advancing the growth of EY Georgia’s Tax & Law practice by helping our clients successfully navigate the complexities of evolving tax regulations.” – says Ekaterine as she steps into her new role.
Ekaterine has been with EY since 2005 and has developed a distinguished career in local and international taxation. Over the years, she has built strong expertise across tax advisory, tax compliance and transaction tax services. Her deep technical knowledge, combined with a practical and client-focused approach, has made her a trusted advisor to leading organizations operating in Georgia.
Throughout her career, Ekaterine has been actively supporting clients with complex business tax matters, including tax planning, corporate reorganizations and M&A deals. She also brings extensive experience in tax controversy and dispute resolution, assisting clients in navigating tax audits, assessing potential risks and exposures and engaging with tax authorities on potential settlements. Her cross-sector experience has allowed her to deliver tailored, high-quality solutions in increasingly complex and evolving tax environments.
In addition to her client serving role, Ekaterine is a member of Commercial Law and Tax Committee at American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia. She is also actively involved in an ongoing dialogue between the Ministry of Finance of Georgia and tax professionals by participating in various working groups.
Tato Chantladze, Country Managing Partner and Head of Tax & Law Practice, welcomes Ekaterine in her new role:
“Ekaterine’s promotion to Partner is a well-deserved recognition of her professionalism, leadership and consistent dedication to delivering high-quality services to our clients. Her deep expertise and collaborative approach have played a key role in strengthening our Tax & Law Practice. We are proud to welcome her to the partnership and confident that she will continue to contribute to the firm’s growth and success, while creating lasting value for our clients and the wider business community.”
Ekaterine’s promotion to Partner underscores EY’s continued investment in strengthening its Tax & Law Practice and its commitment to developing talented professionals who drive long-term value by supporting the firm’s continued growth.
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