Emily Totten Joins KSM as Director of Transaction Advisory Operations

INDIANAPOLIS – KSM (Katz, Sapper & Miller), a leading advisory, tax, and audit firm, is pleased to announce that Emily Totten has joined the firm as director of transaction advisory operations.

At KSM, Totten will play a key role in driving operational excellence, optimizing team performance, and supporting the group’s continued growth. With a strong background in operational management, Totten will help ensure the transaction advisory processes are both efficient and scalable, aligning with the needs of a dynamic and expanding client portfolio. She will also work closely with leadership to uphold KSM’s organizational culture, fostering seamless communication and alignment across the team.

“Emily’s proven ability to streamline operations and foster a strong, collaborative team culture will be invaluable to our Transaction Advisory Services Group as we continue to grow,” said Jennifer Miller, partner at KSM and co-leader of the firm’s Transaction Advisory Services Group. “Her leadership experience and innovative perspective will strengthen our ability to deliver exceptional value to our clients, and we are thrilled to welcome her to the firm.”

Prior to joining KSM, Totten spent seven years at the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), where she most recently served as vice president of strategic operations. In that role, Totten led enterprise-wide initiatives focused on resource optimization, performance tracking, and organizational agility. Her leadership in business excellence, vendor strategy, and cross-team collaboration helped enhance the IEDC’s economic development efforts. She has also held multiple leadership roles in public policy and government affairs and has managed research, regulatory affairs, and economic development initiatives.

“As director of transaction advisory operations, I’m eager to immerse myself in the operational strategy and process optimization efforts at KSM,” said Totten. “This role is an exciting opportunity to apply my passion for problem-solving and team development in a dynamic environment. I can’t wait to collaborate with my new colleagues and help drive forward-thinking solutions for our clients.”

Totten earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism, with concentrations in public relations and political science and a minor in business, from Indiana University.