On the Move: FTI Consulting Ups Bridges to Global M&A Chief

Edward Bridges

FTI Consulting promotes Edward Bridges to global head of M&A and activism within its strategic communications segment. Bridges has been with the agency for almost three decades, previously serving as a senior managing director based in London. Earlier this year, he was recognized by MergerLinks as EMEA’s top public relations consultant in mergers and acquisitions. In his new role, Bridges will focus on driving collaboration with leaders and sector experts globally to further strengthen the segment’s holistic M&A and activism communications advisory capabilities. “Ed is not only an accomplished leader in our field, but his insight and demeanor are the embodiment of what makes FTI Consulting successful in this space,” said head of M&A and activism in the Americas Pat Tucker.

Beth Clayton

Luquire hires Beth Clayton as VP of public relations. Clayton joins the firm from Indianapolis-based ad agency The Basement, where she served as director of strategic communications. She was previously VP of public relations at Bandy Carroll Hellige (now BCH Agency). At Luquire, Clayton will oversee strategic direction for some of Luquire’s largest client accounts, including Bojangles, Magnolia Wash Holdings and Simon Property Group. “Beth’s background in creating integrated communications strategies—and even departments—from the ground up, coupled with her deep expertise and knowledge of the consumer marketing space, make her the ideal addition to our team and agency,” said Luquire director of public relations Barry Finkelstein.

Tressie Lieberman

Yahoo appoints Tressie Lieberman as CMO. Lieberman was most recently VP, digital marketing at Chipotle. She has also held senior marketing posts at Snap Kitchen, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut. In her new position, Lieberman will oversee all aspects of the company's global marketing strategies, brand positioning, user acquisition and customer engagement initiatives. She will also play a pivotal role in shaping the brand’s direction and growth strategy. "Tressie’s combination of core marketing skills, leadership and people skills, and strategic creativity—especially in digital and social channels—are extremely rare,” said Yahoo CEO Jim Lanzone.