FTI Consulting Adds Leading Academic in Misinformation as Senior Advisor on AI

Jeff Hancock, Founding Director of the Stanford Social Media Lab, Will Work with FTI Consulting’s Strategic Communications Segment as It Grows AI Offerings

Washington, D.C., Nov. 4, 2024 — FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today announced that Jeff Hancock, an expert in AI, will serve as a Senior Advisor to the firm’s global Digital & Insights practice within the Strategic Communications segment. Dr. Hancock is also the Founding Director of the Stanford Social Media Lab and Harry and Norman Chandler Professor of Communication at Stanford University.

Dr. Hancock will work with FTI Consulting on developing and enhancing AI-based methodologies, reputation analytics and capabilities with regard to the identification of, and response to, misinformation and disinformation in service to FTI Consulting clients.

“Companies face misinformation threats and harmful narrative threats like never before. Jeff’s expertise is invaluable as we continue to develop innovative approaches to help our clients,” said Brent McGoldrick, Global Co-Leader of FTI Consulting’s Digital & Insights practice. “Our work together is a testament to the complex nature of what our clients face and to our communications experts’ abilities to address them.”

Dr. Hancock is one of the foremost experts in AI and is well-known for his research on how people build trust, or undermine it, with technology. His TED Talk on deception has been seen more than 1 million times, and he is a frequent contributor to media on this topic globally, having been featured in The New York Times, CNN, NPR, CBS and the BBC. Most recently, he shared his insights on AI in the Netflix documentary, “What’s Next? The Future with Bill Gates.” Dr. Hancock’s research has been published in more than 100 journal articles and conference proceedings and has been supported by funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Defense.

“Jeff’s recognized expertise and thought leadership will turbo-boost our AI offerings and advisory capabilities around bringing data and insights together to solve our clients’ most critical problems,” commented Ant Moore, Global Co-Leader of FTI Consulting’s Digital & Insights practice. “In today’s business environment, there isn’t an area that is untouched by AI, and we’re excited about the additional thinking and ideas Jeff will bring to the table.”

Commenting on his appointment, Dr. Hancock added, “FTI Consulting is addressing the most complex challenges facing companies in today’s digital ecosystem. I look forward to partnering with their experts in the Digital & Insights practice, and clients, to support and strengthen AI-driven solutions.”

About FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations manage change, mitigate risk and resolve disputes: financial, legal, operational, political & regulatory, reputational and transactional. With more than 8,300 employees located in 34 countries and territories, FTI Consulting professionals work closely with clients to anticipate, illuminate and overcome complex business challenges and make the most of opportunities. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. The Company generated $3.49 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2023. More information can be found at www.fticonsulting.com.

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