On August 7, 2026, FTI Consulting announced that professionals from its Compass Lexecon subsidiary have secured the top position in the Lexology Index: Competition 2026 report. This achievement marks the firm as the leading global economic consulting entity in competition economics. The firm’s continued dominance in the sector is evident, with 65 professionals from Compass Lexecon making the list. Their inclusion reflects the subsidiary’s strong reputation in delivering top-tier economic consulting services. It also reflects their expertise in expert witness services on a global scale.
Global recognition of individual expertise
A standout feature of the recognition is the designation of twelve Compass Lexecon professionals as Global Elite Thought Leaders. This elite title is awarded to only the top 5% of practitioners according to the Lexology Index. These individuals are acknowledged for their exceptional depth of knowledge in the field. They are also recognized for their lasting impact on the field. Among the 12 thought leaders recognized are prominent figures such as B. Douglas Bernheim, Dennis Carlton, and Fernando Coloma Ríos. All of these individuals have significantly shaped the landscape of global economic consulting. They have done this through their work and insights.
Names of key honorees and roles
The report showcases a variety of professionals who play vital roles across Compass Lexecon. For example, Jonathan Arnold, a Senior Consultant based in Chicago, and Gustavo Bamberger, an Executive Vice President in Chicago, contribute to the firm’s leadership and strategic direction. Mary Coleman, Senior Managing Director and Head of U.S. Antitrust Practice in Boston, also plays a critical role in guiding the firm’s antitrust expertise. Similarly, Georg Clemens, a Senior Economist in Düsseldorf, and Valérie Meunier, a Senior Vice President in Paris, are recognized for their specialized knowledge and regional contributions.
The report also includes other key individuals such as Luis Cabral, a Senior Consultant in New York. It also includes Martina Caldana, a Senior Vice President and member of the International Executive Committee. She works out of Rome, Milan, Brussels, and London. These professionals exemplify the firm’s commitment to excellence through their roles in different regions. They also exemplify the firm’s global reach through their roles in different regions.
The list also features Justin Coombs, who serves as Executive Vice President and Head of the International Executive Committee. It also features Lorenzo Coppi, who holds the positions of Senior Managing Director and member of the International Board. Their leadership in London, Milan, Brussels, and Rome further strengthens the firm’s global presence. Their leadership also adds to the firm’s operational depth.
The report also highlights the inclusion of nine FTI Consulting professionals alongside Compass Lexecon honorees, bringing the total number of individuals from the FTI umbrella to 74. This impressive tally underscores FTI Consulting’s influence and expertise across a wide range of regions. Honorees are distributed across key global cities such as Chicago, Brussels, Madrid, and Santiago, illustrating the firm’s extensive geographic reach and ability to provide top-tier economic consulting services.
Notable professionals such as Neil Dryden, Senior Managing Director and member of the International Board based in London and Brussels, and David Sevy, Executive Vice President and Vice Chair of the International Board in Paris and Brussels, are among those recognized for their contributions. Additionally, experts like Alejandro Requejo, Executive Vice President in Madrid, and David Weiskopf, Executive Vice President in Washington, D.C., reflect the firm’s strength in both leadership and regional economic expertise.
The Lexology Index: Competition 2026 report not only recognizes individual contributions but also reinforces the firm’s position as a global leader in economic consulting. Compass Lexecon's presence in this report demonstrates its ongoing commitment to excellence, innovation, and thought leadership in the field of competition economics, with a team of 65 professionals and 12 thought leaders leading the way.