Hilco Global Expands Healthcare Practice with Veteran Executive Chris George
Event summary
- Hilco Global appointed Chris George as Executive Director, Global Head of Healthcare for Hilco Global Professional Services on September 10, 2026.
- George brings over 30 years of healthcare consulting and executive leadership experience, previously serving as Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal and Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting.
- The newly established role will focus on developing and growing Hilco Global's healthcare practice, advising healthcare companies and investors worldwide.
- George's expertise spans academic, community, and for-profit health systems, academic medical centers, physician enterprises, and private equity-backed healthcare companies.
The big picture
Hilco Global's appointment of Chris George underscores the growing demand for specialized healthcare consulting services amid margin pressures and operational challenges in the sector. The move positions Hilco Global to compete more aggressively with established players like Alvarez & Marsal and FTI Consulting, particularly in advising private equity firms and healthcare organizations on value creation strategies. With over 810 professionals operating on four continents, Hilco Global aims to leverage George's expertise to enhance its integrated professional services offering.
What we're watching
- Practice Growth
- How quickly George can scale Hilco Global's healthcare practice and differentiate it from competitors like Alvarez & Marsal and FTI Consulting.
- Client Acquisition
- Whether Hilco Global can attract significant healthcare clients and investors, leveraging George's extensive network and experience.
- Strategic Integration
- The pace at which George integrates his healthcare expertise with Hilco Global's broader professional services platform to create value for clients.