Padilla Strengthens Brunswick's Trade Expertise

Advisor - People | Feb 18, 2025 | Brunswick

Brunswick Group has announced the appointment of Christopher Padilla as a Senior Advisor, bolstering its expertise in international trade and government affairs. Padilla, who will be based in Washington, D.C., brings extensive experience, having held prominent roles in both the public and private sectors. At IBM, he led global government and regulatory affairs for 15 years, managing advocacy teams across 36 countries. Previously, his public service includes being the Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade and holding other key positions at the Commerce Department and the State Department. Brunswick aims to leverage Padilla's deep understanding of trade, tariffs, and government policy to advise clients amidst evolving international trade dynamics. Brunswick CEO Henry Timms highlighted the vital insights Padilla brings to address challenges facing their clients, while Padilla expressed enthusiasm to aid Brunswick's extensive client network in navigating tariff policy and political changes.

Sectors

  • Strategic Advisory
  • International Trade and Government Affairs
  • Corporate Affairs

Geography

  • United States – Brunswick's office in Washington D.C. is the base for Padilla, reflecting the firm's engagement with U.S.-based trade and policy matters.
  • Global – With Padilla's international experience from IBM and Brunswick's global operations, the geographical scope extends worldwide.

Industry

  • Strategic Advisory – Brunswick stands as a strategic advisory firm, focusing on helping clients with crucial business, political, and societal issues.
  • International Trade and Government Affairs – The addition of Padilla highlights an emphasis on international trade and government relations, given his background.
  • Corporate Affairs – Padilla's experience with IBM in global government affairs aligns with corporate affairs sectors, managing complex policy landscapes.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Brunswick GroupAdvisory FirmCompanyA global strategic advisory firm focused on business, politics, and societal issues.
    Christopher PadillaSenior AdvisorPersonFormer Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade, now Senior Advisor at Brunswick with broad governmental and corporate experience.
    IBM CorporationFormer EmployerCompanyPadilla's previous employer, where he led global government and regulatory affairs.
    U.S. Department of CommerceFormer Government RoleGovernmentPadilla held senior roles here, including Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade.