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News and disclosures about FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) focus on its activities as a professional business advisory firm operating through five segments: Corporate Finance, Forensic and Litigation Consulting, Economic Consulting, Technology and Strategic Communications. This page aggregates company-specific announcements, press releases and related coverage so readers can review how the firm is evolving across its advisory practices.
Recent news highlights FTI Consulting’s ongoing investment in senior talent and specialized capabilities. The firm has announced appointments of Senior Managing Directors in its Cybersecurity practice within the Forensic and Litigation Consulting segment, in its Healthcare Risk Management & Advisory practice, and across its Strategic Communications segment in areas such as transactions communications, shareholder activism, crisis and issues management, public affairs and stakeholder engagement. Additional updates cover senior hires in private equity and financial services transformation practices and in its EMEA Tax Advisory team.
Coverage also includes developments related to FTI Consulting’s subsidiary Compass Lexecon, which operates within the Economic Consulting segment and engages experts in machine learning, artificial intelligence, quantitative economics and digital platforms. These appointments reflect the firm’s focus on matters such as digital market competition, online advertising auctions, pricing, algorithmic fairness, privacy and the economics of digital assets.
Investors and followers of FCN can use this news feed to track how FTI Consulting expands its sector coverage in healthcare, financial services, energy, consumer, technology and other industries, as well as how it responds to client demand in areas like cyber risk, regulatory strategy, revenue cycle management, restructurings and high-stakes corporate events. Bookmark this page to review ongoing announcements, leadership changes, collaborations and other material developments affecting FTI Consulting’s advisory platform.
FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) has appointed seven new professionals to its Cybersecurity practice in London and Seoul, underlining its commitment to tackling complex cyber threats. Key appointments include Senior Managing Director Patrick MacGloin and Managing Director Paul Reilly, among others. This investment responds to findings from the FTI Consulting Resilience Barometer 2020, highlighting that less than half of executives proactively manage cyber-attacks. The firm aims to enhance its capabilities to assist clients in safeguarding their assets and responding to incidents effectively.
FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) has announced the affiliation of Professor Anindya Ghose with its subsidiary, Compass Lexecon, based in New York. Ghose, a leading expert in high tech and quantitative marketing, brings extensive experience in consumer behavior, digital platforms, and analytics. He has consulted for major firms like Apple and Google and has provided expert testimony in significant antitrust and competition cases. His role at Compass Lexecon is expected to enhance the firm's capabilities in addressing complex business challenges.
FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) was recognized in Chambers Litigation Support 2020 with 11 firmwide and three individual rankings, marking it as the top firm in various categories including Economic Analysts – Global-wide. Key recognitions include:
- Business Intelligence & Investigations – Asia-Pacific Region
- E-Discovery – UK-wide
- Forensic Accountants – UK-wide
Individual accolades went to Almira Cemmell, Andrew Durant, and Greg Hallahan for their expertise in respective categories.
FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) recently appointed Karen Briggs as Senior Managing Director and Head of Forensic and Litigation Consulting for the EMEA region. With over 30 years of experience, including leadership roles at KPMG, Briggs is expected to enhance FTI's capabilities in complex regulatory matters. This strategic hire aims to strengthen the firm's position in the forensic consulting market, amid fast-evolving challenges in technology and regulations. The firm boasts a strong reputation, having been ranked No. 1 for forensic accounting by Chambers and Partners.
Research by FTI Consulting indicates that CEOs with strong communication skills helped protect up to USD$260 billion in shareholder value during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. The study found that 81% of the fastest-growing companies since 2015 had vocal CEOs. Notably, these 'stakeholder CEOs' outperformed peers by an average of 3.75%. The analysis covered CEOs from the top 100 companies based on share price growth from 2015 to 2019, highlighting the impact of effective communication on corporate performance during crises.
FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) will release its financial results for the second quarter of 2020 on July 30, 2020, before the New York market opens. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day, hosted by senior management. The call will be available live online, and a replay will be accessible for 90 days. In the previous fiscal year, FTI Consulting generated $2.35 billion in revenues. The company operates globally with over 5,500 employees in 27 countries.
FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) has appointed Daniel P. Wikel as Senior Managing Director in its Turnaround & Restructuring practice. Based in Chicago, Wikel brings extensive experience in managing corporate turnarounds, restructurings, and capital advisory. He previously led the Corporate Advisory Services at Huron Consulting Group and has worked with various industries including logistics and consumer products. This appointment is seen as pivotal for FTI Consulting amid ongoing financial challenges for clients due to the pandemic, according to Michael Eisenband, Global Co-Leader of the Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment.
FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) has appointed Andrew McCarthy as Senior Managing Director and Anna Bleazard as Managing Director in its Financial Crime Compliance practice in Singapore. This move aims to strengthen its offerings in Southeast Asia. McCarthy brings extensive experience in anti-money laundering and compliance, while Bleazard has a strong background in forensic accounting and fraud investigations. The firm generated $2.35 billion in revenues in fiscal year 2019, positioning it as a key player in the business advisory sector.
On July 6, 2020, FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) appointed Mathias Samson as Senior Managing Director leading its Public Affairs practice in Germany. Samson, an expert in economic, environmental, and energy policy, previously served as State Secretary in the Hessian Ministry of Economics. His role involves advising clients on navigating complex challenges and mitigating political risks. He aims to enhance stakeholder engagement strategies while collaborating with FTI’s global network. The firm generated $2.35 billion in revenue in 2019, emphasizing its strength in strategic communications and consulting services.
FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) has appointed Heiko Ziehms and Dr. Ekaterina Lohwasser as Senior Managing Directors to spearhead growth in the Economic Consulting segment in Germany. Ziehms brings over 20 years of experience in quantification of damages and forensic accounting, while Lohwasser has 18 years of expertise in the German market, specializing in valuation issues. Their appointments aim to enhance expert witness services amid increasing demand in international arbitration and litigation.