Edelman has made a series of appointments to its executive leadership team as part of the firm’s strategic agenda. Matthew Harrington has been named Executive Vice Chairman, Mainardo de Nardis as Global President and Chief Operating Officer, and Brian Buchwald as President, Global Transformation and Performance.
A 41-year veteran of the firm, Matthew has held several key leadership roles, including U.S. CEO, and most recently served as Global President and Chief Operating Officer. In his new role as Executive Vice Chairman, he strengthens relationships with Edelman’s largest global clients, serving as senior counsellor to C-suites and boards.
Mainardo, who has served on Edelman’s board of directors for the past five years, brings decades of experience in global media and communications leadership. As Global President and COO, he drives client growth and financial performance, guiding global strategy, and ensuring consistency and excellence across Edelman’s worldwide network. His responsibilities include strengthening the firm’s operating model to support sustainable, profitable growth while enhancing Edelman’s cultural and industry impact.
Brian joined Edelman three years ago to help build out the firm’s suite of Trust products and services. He has since been elevated to Global Chair of Product and AI, and in his new role, he drives the firm’s modernisation of its service delivery model and operationalise its innovation agenda as Edelman escalates its integration of AI and technology.
“These leadership appointments mark an important new chapter for Edelman as we double down on innovation, global growth, and trust,” said Richard Edelman, CEO. “Each of these leaders brings unique strengths that will help us move forward in a rapidly changing communications landscape. Their focus will be on delivering greater impact for our clients, strengthening our internal operations, and driving the firm’s ongoing transformation and innovation.”
(Pictured: Matthew Harrington, Mainardo de Nardis and Brian Buchwald)
