AGA NLT 2026

Caitlin Holmes
Senior Managing Director, Financial Services
FTI Consulting


Caitlin Holmes is a dynamic and accomplished executive with more than 20 years of expertise in financial management, risk, controls, compliance, strategy and project management. Known for her hands-on leadership style, Caitlin collaborates closely with teams and clients to deliver exceptional results and value, consistently exceeding expectations. She advises executives and clients in both public and commercial sectors. As a seasoned Certified Public Accountant (“CPA”) with extensive Big Four audit experience, Caitlin brings a unique perspective to financial management. She evaluates business processes with an auditor’s lens, ensuring they withstand regulatory scrutiny, and applies her expertise to program design and implementation. Caitlin has adapted Porter’s Five Forces model for strategic applications in public sector organizations and has led strategic assessments and planning initiatives for various clients, utilizing tools such as scenario planning. With more than 16 years in the financial services sector, Caitlin has worked extensively with federal regulators, including the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”), National Credit Union Administration (“NCUA”), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”), Federal Reserve and SEC, providing consulting and advisory support focused on program operations, risk management, compliance and business process enhancement. She also possesses significant experience with the resolution and receivership processes at the FDIC and NCUA. Caitlin excels in challenging leadership roles, emphasizing communication, decision-making and change management to foster buy-in. An organized leader and skilled problem-solver, she balances multiple initiatives while using detailed analyses to drive informed decisions.

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