Benedict is an experienced turnaround professional with both advisory and line management experience working with the financial sponsors, boards of directors, and management of companies to diagnose causes of underperformance and then work hands-on to improve operating and financial health rapidly. He joined AlixPartners from Alvarez & Marsal, where he was the co-head of the Performance Improvement team based in London. He was also previously a senior partner with both Ernst & Young and RSM Rhodes.

“Eric is a welcomed addition to the AlixPartners team,” said Fred Crawford, chief executive officer of AlixPartners. “With more than 20 years of experience leading and advising companies through periods of challenge and change, he exemplifies the kind of hands-on leadership that delivers results, which is the hallmark of AlixPartners.”

Benedict holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Imperial College and a diploma in corporate finance from London Business School.

About AlixPartners
AlixPartners is a leading global business advisory firm offering services across four main disciplines – operational performance improvement, financial restructuring and bankruptcy reorganization, litigation consulting and financial advisory services. The firm's expertise is in helping clients anticipate, evaluate and successfully resolve urgent, high-impact business challenges in an increasingly complex legal, regulatory and economic landscape. Drawing on the experience of more than 700 employees from 13 offices across North America, Europe and Asia, the firm commits small teams of seasoned professionals to deliver results when it really matters. For more information, visit www.alixpartners.com.