FTI Consulting Expands Public Affairs Practice with Appointment of Diego Gago as a Managing Director in Spain
Madrid, 19 December 2025 — FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today announced the appointment of Diego Gago as a Managing Director in the Public Affairs practice within the firm’s Strategic Communications segment.
Mr. Gago, who is based in Madrid, brings deep expertise in public policy, sustainability transition and regulatory affairs gained through his work at the heart of legislative decision-making for more than a decade. His expertise spans climate action, energy and sustainable development, where he has shaped policy and guided complex legislative discussions and negotiations. As a former elected representative for a Spanish province and through his work as a consultant, Mr. Gago has a detailed understanding of government relations and corporate affairs in the private, public and social sectors. In his role at FTI Consulting, he will work with clients across all industries to advise on a range of regulatory, institutional and reputational matters.
“We are delighted to welcome Diego to the firm. He has a unique skillset that combines a first-hand understanding of policy, regulation and the legislative process for sustainability issues with impressive advisory experience in communications and strategy, all of which will be of huge benefit to our growing roster of clients,” said Carlos Ochoa, Head of Public Affairs in Spain at FTI Consulting. “His arrival also reflects our commitment to expand our public affairs capabilities and add senior talent to a team that continues to grow, enhancing how we support organisations facing complex political and regulatory challenges.”
Prior to joining FTI Consulting, Mr. Gago was Director of Political Strategy at beBartlet, a public affairs consultancy. Before this, he was a Member of Parliament for the province of Pontevedra, where he also served as a spokesperson for the Committee on Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge and was the legislative lead for high-profile climate change laws, such as Spain’s recently passed Climate Change and Energy Transition Act and Sustainable Mobility Act. Previously, Mr. Gago was as a councillor for Vigo City Council in Spain. He currently serves as a Board Advisor to Legados, a non-profit climate change organisation.
Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Gago said, “Joining FTI Consulting at a time when it is investing in its public affairs capabilities is an exciting step in my career. I look forward to using my skills to help clients tackle complex sustainability transition issues and the organisational changes it requires.”
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