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Management ChangeJun 8, 2026, 07:31 AM

FTI Consulting's Compass Lexecon Affiliates Dennis Zhang

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Compass Lexecon, a subsidiary of FTI Consulting, Inc., announced the affiliation of Dennis Zhang, a Professor of Operations and Marketing at Washington University in St. Louis’s Olin Business School. Professor Zhang brings deep expertise in machine learning, AI economics, digital platforms, and online marketplaces. His affiliation is expected to strengthen Compass Lexecon's ability to address complex issues at the intersection of technology and economics, providing invaluable insights to clients.

Key Highlights

  • Dennis Zhang, Professor at Washington University, affiliated with FTI Consulting's Compass Lexecon.
  • Professor Zhang is an expert in machine learning, AI economics, digital platforms, and online marketplaces.
  • His research focuses on how firms use data, algorithms, and marketplace design to shape behavior.
  • He has conducted large-scale empirical studies on advertising, pricing, and platform governance.
  • His recent work examines economic implications of generative AI and agentic coding tools.
  • Professor Zhang serves as Area Editor for Machine Learning and Data Science at Operations Research.
  • He previously worked at Google.