NEW YORK, October 6, 2025 — Edelman today announced a series of senior leadership appointments. Mainardo de Nardis has been appointed global president and COO, and Matthew Harrington has been named executive VP.
“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."
Matthew Harrington named executive VP
A 41-year veteran of the firm, Harrington has held several key leadership roles, including U.S. CEO, and most recently served as global president and COO. In his new role as executive vice chairman, he will concentrate on strengthening relationships with Edelman’s largest global clients.
“Matt has been my partner for more than four decades and a key force in our success and trajectory over that timeframe. He has helped our firm and our clients navigate defining moments, including 9/11, the 2008 financial crisis and the recovery from Covid,” said Edelman. “Through his work as a client and CEO counsellor, he has helped elevate the role and strategic significance of communications.”
Mainardo de Nardis is global president and COO
de Nardis, a member of Edelman’s board of directors for the past five years, will focus on driving client growth and financial performance.
“I’ve known Mainardo for 30 years, and he is a seasoned executive who has deep CMO relationships. He knows what they want, and he understands the evolving landscape and the needs of our clients,” said Edelman. “ He will work with me to chart Edelman’s next phase of growth and extend our leadership in helping clients earn stakeholder trust. Mainardo is a truly global leader who has built his career across Milan, London, and New York.”
Brian Buchwald Named President, Global Transformation and Performance
Buchwald joined Edelman three years ago to help build out the firm’s suite of Trust products and services. In his new role, he will drive the firm’s modernisation of its service delivery model and operationalise its innovation agenda. He will report to de Nardis.
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