Ernst & Young LLP (EY), a Des Moines business management consulting company, has announced the appointment of Chris Yuska as managing partner of the Des Moines office. Yuska has worked for EY for his entire career, serving as a partner at the firm since 2001. He succeeds Kevin Zaugg, who served as managing partner for the past five years and is increasing his focus on other areas within the firm, according to a news release. “Chris will bring tremendous value to the [Office Managing Partner] role, and our colleagues throughout the office admire his experience and deep familiarity with the financial services industry,” Zaugg said in a prepared statement. Yuska is a partner in the EY Assurance practice and has held various leadership roles within the firm. He received his bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Northern Iowa.