FTI Consulting Expands Asian Investigation Capabilities with Senior Hong Kong Hire
Hong Kong, Monday, 5 January 2026.
Rejoining the firm to lead in Hong Kong, Mavis Tan brings two decades of forensic experience, reinforcing FTI Consulting’s strategic expansion of its investigative capabilities across the Asian market.
Strategic Appointment in Hong Kong
FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) officially announced the appointment on January 4, 2026, positioning Tan within its Forensic and Litigation Consulting segment [1]. This division serves a critical function for the firm, providing independent services to law firms, corporations, and government entities regarding complex risk, investigations, and disputes [2]. Tan’s arrival marks a return to the firm, where she will leverage over 20 years of accounting experience to lead internal and regulatory investigations across the Asia Pacific region [1].
Expertise and Leadership
Prior to this role, Tan spearheaded the forensic services practice for Greater China and North Asia at Control Risks [1]. Her expertise encompasses forensic accounting and dispute support, skill sets that are increasingly vital as businesses navigate complex regulatory environments [1]. Michael Cullen, the segment’s Leader for Asia and Latin America, emphasized that her return is intended to enhance the firm’s leadership position in the Asian investigations market, noting the value of her capabilities on a global scale [1].
Consolidating Asian Operations
This appointment in Hong Kong is part of a wider pattern of talent acquisition by FTI Consulting throughout the region. In the six months preceding January 3, 2026, the firm expanded its Singapore operations with the additions of Rosie Hawes, Andrew Macintosh, and Martin Tupila [1]. These strategic hires collectively strengthen the firm’s multidisciplinary team in Asia, which includes forensic accountants, financial experts, data analysts, and business intelligence professionals [1]. This concerted expansion reflects a targeted response to the growing demand for specialized investigative services in key Asian financial hubs.
Operational Scale and Financial Standing
FTI Consulting operates as a global business advisory company with a significant operational footprint. As of September 30, 2025, the firm employed more than 8,100 professionals across 32 countries and territories [1]. The firm’s financial stability is evidenced by its performance in the previous fiscal year, where it generated $3.70 billion in revenues during 2024 [1]. Commenting on her appointment, Tan noted that joining during this period of transformation allows her to work on headline investigations, aiming to deliver precise and impartial results for clients facing high-stakes challenges [1].