Mark Gossington has significantly advanced LGBTQ+ inclusion across the professional services industry through visible leadership and advocacy. As Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting, he relaunched the Pride@FTI network, creating client-facing events that integrate inclusion into business culture. Co-leading FTI Australia’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging team, Mark secured membership in Pride in Diversity and is driving the firm’s pursuit of Australian Workplace Equality Index accreditation, setting measurable standards for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion. He revitalized FTI’s Pro Bono program to extend support to LGBTQ+ communities facing barriers. Recognized on the Global Inclusion List 2026 and previously on the Financial Times/OUTstanding Top 100, Mark actively uses his platform to promote visibility and belonging for LGBTQ+ professionals. Openly gay, he exemplifies senior leadership that inspires others by demonstrating that LGBTQ+ identities belong at the highest levels of business advisory.




