FTI Consulting, Inc. has announced the appointment of Jennifer Y. Kaplan as a Managing Director in its U.S. Public Affairs practice within the Strategic Communications segment. Based in Washington, D.C., Kaplan will focus on delivering public affairs and communications strategies for top-level executives across various industries. Previously, she has held roles at the White House, the U.S. Commerce Department, and Goldman Sachs. Additionally, Payne Griffin has joined the practice as a Senior Director, bringing experience from his previous roles in the U.S. Congress and as Deputy Chief of Staff to the U.S. Trade Representative.