Debtwired! FTI Consulting Talks Consumer Products Group Trends, LMEs and GLP-1 influence
Mar 12, 2026
Robert "Bob" Del Genio, a turnaround specialist at FTI Consulting with 30+ years handling restructurings like Dean Foods. He discusses top pressures for consumer brands such as inflation and input costs. Shorter packages as a pricing tool, supply-chain shifts from China, and rising demand for protein, fiber and clean labels amid GLP-1 trends. He also covers risks in alcohol, snacks and contract manufacturing.
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Be A Reliable Restructuring Advisor
- Get up to speed quickly and communicate consistently in restructurings.
- Robert "Bob" Del Genio says act like a sponge, be available to clients, stay calm, and deliver on commitments to maintain stakeholder trust.
How Bob Entered Turnaround Work
- Bob moved from M&A into restructuring after working on distressed deals with Art Newman at EY and Blackstone.
- He transitioned as restructurings became more transactional and countercyclical to M&A, which pulled him into the specialty.
Inflation Is Forcing CPG Structural Changes
- Inflation is the dominant concern for food and beverage companies entering 2026.
- Firms face rising commodity costs and tariffs, forcing packaging, sizing, and supply-chain redesigns to preserve price points.
