FGI promoted Tessa Payne to managing director of Business Development. In this new position, Payne will oversee business development initiatives across multiple FGI verticals throughout North America. She will also be responsible for spearheading business strategy planning, implementation of new product offerings, partnership programs and content development.

“Over the past five years, Tessa has demonstrated tremendous drive and talent. We look forward to her continued growth and success in this new position,” said David DiPiero, president and CEO of FGI.

Payne has more than 10 years of experience working in business development. In her previous role, as vice president of business development, she was responsible for overseeing deal flow across the Midwest region for all FGI business units.

“I am thrilled to undertake this new challenge and am grateful for this opportunity to help bring FGI’s success to new levels,” Payne said.