Fti Consulting Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) has expanded its global Aviation practice by appointing Stephen Strange as Senior Managing Director and David Walfisch as Managing Director. With over two decades of experience, Strange will focus on commercial strategy, fleet planning, and growth. Walfisch, with 16 years in the field, will emphasize business planning and sustainability. These appointments align with FTI’s commitment to enhance commercial strategy and sustainability within aviation. The company aims to equip clients with comprehensive solutions to navigate regulatory challenges, supply chain constraints, and workforce shortages.

FTI Consulting’s inaugural Hospital Operations Outlook Survey reveals the top operational challenges for hospital leaders, highlighting workforce shortages, cybersecurity threats, and financial performance concerns. Nearly all hospital executives (99%-100%) are worried about clinical, financial, and digital technology issues, amid post-pandemic recovery, increased patient demand, and regulatory scrutiny.

Key findings include: 55% of respondents feel unprepared for cyber attacks; 99% have adopted value-based care models, driven by patient-centered care (44%) and quality improvement (40%); and 49% believe their hospitals are not prepared for current patient volumes. The report stresses the need for targeted, customized approaches to these challenges, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and strategic guidance to navigate these complexities.

FTI Consulting (NYSE: FCN) has appointed Dr. Stefan Heissner as a Senior Managing Director in its Forensic and Litigation Consulting segment in Germany, effective July 1, 2024. Dr. Heissner, a former German police detective with extensive experience in white-collar crime and corruption, will lead the Forensic Accounting & Fraud Investigations offering in the DACH region (Germany, Switzerland, Austria). He will also be part of the EMEA leadership team. Dr. Heissner joins from PwC, where he co-led Risk and Regulatory Consulting in Germany, and previously held senior roles at KPMG and EY. His appointment is expected to strengthen FTI's capabilities in handling complex, cross-border financial crimes.

Resources Connection (Nasdaq: RGP) announced the appointment of Roger Carlile to its Board of Directors, effective June 3, 2024. Roger Carlile, who brings over 35 years of experience in the human capital industry, will also serve on the Compensation and Corporate Governance and Nominating Committees. Carlile founded Ankura Consulting Group, growing it to over $550 million in revenue and 1,500 employees. Prior to Ankura, he held leadership roles at FTI Consulting, KPMG, PwC, and Deloitte. Carlile's appointment is seen as a strategic move to leverage his expertise in scaling global businesses and leading transformational change, aiming to enhance RGP's capabilities in the professional services industry.

FTI Consulting has announced the addition of Stefan Van Thienen, a senior chemicals industry expert, to its Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment in Europe. This move aims to bolster the firm's Business Transformation practice, particularly in the chemicals sector. Van Thienen, who specializes in operational management, sustainability, and digital transformation, joins from Deloitte and brings 30 years of industry experience. His expertise will support FTI Consulting's clients in navigating challenges like high energy costs, supply-chain issues, and regulatory pressures. This appointment follows the recent addition of Jean-Michel Mollo to the firm's Belgium practice, signaling significant expansion in Europe.

FTI Consulting announced the appointment of Michael Spadea as the Senior Managing Director and North America Leader of its Information Governance, Privacy, and Security practice within its Technology segment. Based in Seattle, Spadea brings extensive experience in creating information governance programs that align data management with business needs. He focuses on mitigating digital risk and leveraging AI innovation to build trust and value. Spadea's previous roles include Senior Managing Director for Information Governance and Privacy at a Big Four firm. His appointment aims to strengthen FTI's ability to support clients in data privacy and digital risk mitigation.

FTI Consulting has appointed Kendall Pelander as Senior Managing Director in their Healthcare Business Transformation practice within the Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment. Based in Chicago, Pelander will lead the Digital Health offering. With over 12 years of experience in digital enablement and innovation, she aims to help clients enhance user experience and support digital transformations. Previously at EY, she focused on digital healthcare strategy, care model transformation, and connected care. FTI Consulting emphasizes adapting to the rapidly evolving digital healthcare landscape to provide data-driven solutions like strategic planning, performance improvement, and modernization.

FTI Consulting announced the appointment of Charlie Armitstead as Senior Managing Director and UK Head of Capital Markets in the Strategic Communications segment. Armitstead, who has over 25 years of experience, joins from Teneo where he led the Financial Communications practice. His career began at Financial Dynamics (now FTI Consulting) in 1999. Armitstead's extensive experience across London, New York, and Washington, D.C. will be an asset to FTI Consulting as he aims to drive further growth both in the UK and internationally. His appointment is expected to enhance FTI Consulting's capabilities in navigating complex growth moments for large organizations globally.

FTI Consulting, Inc. has appointed Roy Huang as the Head of Asia & Caribbean, effective May 3, 2024. Mr. Huang will lead the growth of the Business Transformation practice in the region, strengthening core service capabilities and client relationships. Prior to joining FTI Consulting, he was a Partner at Boston Consulting Group with expertise in investment, business transformation, and mergers and acquisitions. Mr. Huang's appointment aims to drive growth and enhance the firm's position in critical crises and transformational events.