TMG’s Sultan Speaks at CERAWeek.
TMG's Saadia Sultan will participate in a CERAWeek panel to be held Monday, March 18. For more information, please reach out to Saadia Sultan. Panel Details Title: AE2C | The Role of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders in the Clean Energy Transition Date: March 18, 2024 5:30 - 6:00 PM (CST) Primer: As the energy and utility industries move toward commercializing and deploying clean energy technologies, how will the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community [...]
2023 DC Lateral Market Activity Report Available
Lateral movement in the Washington, DC, area dropped by 6 3 percent in 2023, but group movement increased by 8.2 percent. These are just some of the findings in The McCormick Group’s report on the lateral partner market in D.C. in 2023. The report also features: A breakdown of the sources of laterals---from other law firms, government, and in-house positions. The leading government agencies represented. The most active law firms in the lateral market. Firms with the most departures. If [...]
Vote for TMG! TMG Nominated as Best Legal Search Firm—Deadline Approaching!
The deadline for the National Law Journal’s Best of 2024 readers survey is December 15. The McCormick Group has once again been nominated as one of the leading legal search firms in the nation (Question 49). We have been recognized in each of the past six years (and are also in the National Law Journal Hall of Fame). Here is a link to the survey, so please click here and thank you! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BestofNLJ2024
The McCormick Group Assisted Prince George’s County Planning Department with Director Search
LARGO, MD – Thursday, December 7, 2023, the Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland‐National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M‐NCPPC) announced its appointment of Lakisha Hull as the new Director for the Prince George’s County Planning Department following a six‐month‐long nationwide search by The McCormick Group. Beginning January 8, 2024, Hull will assume leadership of the department charged with advising and working with the Planning Board, elected officials, and the community [...]
Mandissa Marshall heads the new Florida Practice
Florida has a booming tech industry that has experienced explosive growth in the past several years, so much so that Forbes named Tampa as the #1 emerging tech city in the United States. And it's no wonder. The Tampa area alone is responsible for more than 25% of all tech jobs in the state and hosts over 50 software and IT companies. Their #2? Not New York, but Miami. Miami is set to be the new tech hub, perhaps even replacing [...]
TMG Nominated as Best Legal Search Firm
The McCormick Group has once again been nominated by The National Law Journal as one of the leading legal search firms in the nation. We have been recognized in each of the past six years (and are also in the National Law Journal Hall of Fame). Here is a link to the survey, so please click here and thank you! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BestofNLJ2024
TMG to Participate in Law Firm Management Conference
The McCormick Group’s Jim Leary and Steve Nelson will be participating in the 12th Annual COO/CFO/C-Level Roundtable on Business & Financial Management, to be held live in New York on Thursday, November 30, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm EST. The Conference, organized by Sandpiper Partners LLC, and co-sponsored by The McCormick Group, will address various aspects of business issues facing law firms, including the increasing use of artificial intelligence, incentivizing return to work in the office, rethinking real estate [...]
Stephen Northrup Named SVP of Government Relations at Global Medical Response
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Stephen Northrup as Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Public Policy at Global Medical Response, an industry leader in providing emergency medical and patient relocation services around the world. Stephen comes to Global Medical Response from his own health policy and advocacy consultancy, Rampy Northrup LLC., which represented corporations and associations before Congress, the executive branch, and the states. Rampy Northrup was recognized as one of the [...]
TMG Ringer 2023 Gallery
TMG celebrated its 49th anniversary with its annual Ringer dinner at the home of our Senior Vice President, Lyles Carr. The event included some inspirational comments from our leadership team, as well as awards for our top producers. Here are some of the photos from the occasion.
TMG’s Nelson Quoted on Climbing Partner Compensation in DC
Steve Nelson was quoted in an article written by Abigail Adcox, reporter at the American Law Media. The top end of partner compensation in the Capital region now reaches between $15 million to $20 million. Partner pay across law firms in the Washington, D.C., market continues to climb, with multimillion-dollar comp packages becoming increasingly common in the district, recruiters and industry analysts say. The demands of high-performing and lateral partners, as well as the presence of highly profitable New York firms [...]
TMG Assists Mille Lacs in their Search for VP of Federal Growth Strategy
Congratulations to Mille Lacs Corporation in its recruitment of Anne Defot-Sido the VP of Federal Growth Strategy. The McCormick Group assisted Mille Lacs Corporation in this critical search. The search was headed by Eric Shott, Executive Search Consultant who specializes in Federal Growth/Business Development professionals and Vice President Deborah Page who leads the Federal/Gov Con Practice. About Anne Anne Defot-Sido joins Mille Lacs with almost twenty years of experience, making her an expert in government contracting, procurement, the federal marketplace, acquisition [...]
McCormick Group Helps Fearless Recruit President of its New Digital Business Unit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtfMmzO-QW8 Congratulations to Fearless in its recruitment of Alka Bhave, the new President of Fearless Digital, its new tech-focused division. The McCormick Group assisted Fearless in this critical search. The search was headed by Vice President Deborah Page, vice president and head of our Technology Practice and Consultant Mandissa Marshall, who specializes in Digital Technology and leads our Florida-focused practice. The following article was written by their senior staff reporter Ross Wilkers and published in Washington Technology. Fearless, a minority-owned [...]
McCormick Group Helps Vorys Expand Intellectual Property Team
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted Vorys in the recruiting of intellectual property (IP) attorney Jason Mueller as a partner in Texas. For nearly 20 years, Mueller has counseled clients on a wide array of IP areas, including patents, trademarks, trade dress, false advertising, copyright, publicity and trade secrets. “We are ecstatic to welcome Jason to Vorys,” said Carey Jordan, chair of the Vorys IP group. “He is a talented lawyer, a creative thinker, and an advocate for [...]
Mandissa Marshall to spearhead new Florida practice
Florida has a booming tech industry that has experienced explosive growth in the past several years, so much so that Forbes named Tampa as the #1 emerging tech city in the United States. And it's no wonder. The Tampa area alone is responsible for more than 25% of all tech jobs in the state and hosts over 50 software and IT companies. Their #2? Not New York, but Miami. With that kind of growth in the industry comes a hunger for [...]
TMG’s Nelson Quoted on Return to Office Policy at DC Law Firms
Steve Nelson was quoted in an article written by, Abigail Adcox, reporter at the American Law Media. As a growing number of large law firms, mostly from New York, adopt policies mandating their lawyers to return to the office four days a week come this fall, the tide has yet to turn in Washington, D.C. Law firms in D.C.—many of which are operating on a schedule of three days in the office—are likely to face more resistance to in-office mandates, and they could go [...]
TMG’s Nelson Quoted on Law Firm Hiring of Government Lawyers
Steve Nelson was quoted in an article written by Alison Knezevich, senior reporter at Law360 Pulse. Law360 (June 15, 2023, 10:24 AM EDT) -- Law firms in the nation's capital are taking a harder look at government attorneys' potential for generating business in the private sector as the hiring market has slowed, recruiters in D.C. recently told Law360 Pulse. D.C. firms are still announcing hires from government agencies every week, picking up attorneys with federal experience in areas such as [...]
TMG Assists Prince George’s County Planning Board in Search for Director
The McCormick Group has been retained by the Commission’s Prince George’s County Planning Board to recruit a progressive executive leader to take on the challenging and exciting position of Director, Prince George’s County Planning Department. The Director is appointed by, reports to, works directly with, and serves at the pleasure of the Commission’s Prince George’s County Planning Board. The Director will lead a team of more than two hundred passionate, first-in-class professionals who are striving to accomplish the Department’s [...]
TMG Assists Global Medical Response in Search for Key Government Relations Role
The McCormick Group has been retained by Global Medical Response (GMR) to recruit the company’s Senior Vice President (Sr. VP) of Government Affairs. The Sr. VP will be responsible for directing, managing and implementing GMR’s Government Affairs program and initiatives in coordination with the company’s operational and financial strategies at a national, group, regional, state, and local level. In addition, the Sr. VP will actively advocate, emphasize, and prioritize, policies to state and federal legislators and regulators that protect and [...]
TMG’s Leary to Participate in C-Suite Roundtable
The McCormick Group’s Jim Leary will be participating in the 12th Annual COO/CFO/C-Level Roundtable on Business & Financial Management, to be held live in New York on May 24, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm EST. The Conference, organized by Sandpiper Partners LLC, and co-sponsored by The McCormick Group, will address various aspects of business issues facing law firms, including addressing the uncertain economy, incentivizing return to work in the office, rethinking real estate commitments, cybersecurity protection, and the [...]
TMG’s Linda Segal Honored at the ICON Awards
On Thursday April 27, TMG's own Linda Segal was honored at the ICON Awards by the Maryland Tech Council. She was named Volunteer of the Year alongside Mike Buher, Director of the ClearView Group, in recognition for her contribution to the state's technology and life science community. Linda Segal has volunteered with the Maryland Tech Council for over fifteen years. In that time, she has served on numerous committees and helped shape the Bio Innovation Conference, an annual industry [...]
TMG Places Energy Policy Partner at K&L Gates
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Matt Leggett as a Partner in the Washington, D.C. office of K&L Gates. Matt joins the firm’s Public Policy and Law practice. Matt’s Hill roles included serving as majority Chief Counsel with the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and, before that, as majority Chief Counsel with the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. Matt was focused on natural gas, liquefied natural gas [...]
TMG Once Again Ranks Nationally
The McCormick Group has been recognized once again by The National Law Journal as one of the leading legal recruiting firms based in the D.C. area. The results are published in the NLJ’s Best of 2023 issue that ranks the top legal services providers in the U.S. TMG was also recognized as a member of the “Best of 2023” Hall of Fame, reserved for those companies that have been recognized by the publication in three of the last four years. [...]
TMG’s Nelson and Horgan Quoted in Article on Government Officials’ Move to Private Sector
Steve Nelson and Tim Horgan were quoted in an article published by Zenger News that has been reprinted in newspapers around the country. Nelson and Horgan explained the value that former government officials and Hill staffers bring to law firms and other employers.
2022 in Review: Annual Lateral Market Report Available
Lateral movement dropped by 2.1 percent in 2022, but it was still substantially higher than in 2019 and 2020. This is but one of the findings in The McCormick Group’s report on the lateral partner market in D.C., entitled 2022 in Review: Hiring a Bit Down, But Still Strong. A breakdown of the sources of laterals---from other law firms, government, and in-house positions. The leading government agencies represented. The most active law firms in the lateral market. If you are interested [...]
McCormick Group Helps Vorys Expand Nationwide Property Tax Team
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP in the recruiting of William Noe, an attorney with nearly 20 years of experience in real estate and real estate-related taxation matters, to join the firm’s property tax team in Texas. Noe has experience in all areas of Texas property tax, including market and equal and uniform value appeals, personal property tax appeals, delinquent tax suits, exemption qualification and appeals, and economic development incentives. Noe’s practice [...]
TMG’s Nelson contributes a chapter to the newly-published book, Rise of the Legal COO
Executive Principal Steve Nelson contributed a chapter to the newly-published book, Rise of the Legal COO (2nd Edition), published by Globe Law and Business. Steve interviewed law firm COOs and other high-ranking professionals, who provided their insights on managing profitability and client engagement.
TMG’s Lyles Carr Quoted on Biden Appointees’ Job Prospects
Senior Vice President Lyles Carr was featured in an article in Politico assessing the job prospects of many top officials in the Biden Administration. Ron Klain’s departure signals the start of a period when insiders typically look for new jobs. It turns out the market for them is doing just fine. There’s good news for Biden appointees eyeing the exits: Unlike your predecessors from Donald Trump’s chaotic administration, you’re in demand in the private sector. While the 46th president [...]
TMG to Participate in 13th D.C. Legal Market Conference
The McCormick Group’s Jim Leary will be participating in the 13th Annual D.C. Legal Market Conference, to be held live in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, January 25 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm EST. The Conference, organized by Sandpiper Partners LLC, will address various aspects of the D.C. legal market, including the state of the legal market, in-person vs. remote working environment, real estate considerations, law firm-client relationships, and the recruiting and integration of legal talent. The faculty includes Managing Partners, [...]
McCormick Group Places the New CEO for AAMDSIF
The McCormick Group has assisted the Board of Directors of the Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation (AAMDSIF) in the placement of Brad Wong as their new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director. Starting December 5, 2022, Mr. Wong will take the reins of the world's leading nonprofit health organization dedicated to supporting patients and families living with aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), and related bone marrow failure diseases. Wong succeeds outgoing interim CEO, Janice Frey-Angel, [...]
TMG’s Steve Nelson Quoted on Why Firms Might Be Reluctant to Announce Their Year-End Bonuses
This article, 'Terrified of the Unknown': What’s Behind the Delay in Announcing Associate Bonuses, was published by the American Lawyer on December 1, 2022. While Skadden became the latest firm whose year-end bonuses were confirmed, few other firms have announced associate bonuses. "They are scared shitless," said one Am Law 25 firm leader about peers. So far, few law firms have matched the Big Law year-end bonus scale for associates, even after Cravath, Swaine & Moore announced its own [...]
McCormick Group Places Key Executive with New Site Selection, Analytics, and Incentives Company
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Matt Samler as the Senior Managing Director of Vista Site Selection LLC, a new ancillary business of Vorys, Sater, Seymour, and Pease LLP. Samler is a site selection and incentive negotiation expert with nearly 15 years’ experience. He has worked on projects in nearly every U.S. state and has secured more than $1 billion in incentives for businesses across industries. Vista Site Selection, a wholly-owned ancillary business of [...]
TMG Nominated as Best Legal Search Firm by National Law Journal
The McCormick Group has once again been nominated by The National Law Journal as one of leading legal search firms both nationally and in the Washington, D.C., area. We have been recognized in each of the past six years (and are also in the National Law Journal Hall of Fame). Here is a link to the survey, so please click here and thank you! https://bit.ly/3D4jUm9
TMG Ringer 2022 Gallery
Last week, TMG celebrated its 48th anniversary with its annual Ringer dinner at Centrolina in CityCenter DC. The event included some inspirational comments from our leadership team, as well as awards for our top producers. Here are some of the photos from the occasion.
Lyles Carr Discusses Civic Engagement and Philanthropy in the Washington Region
https://youtu.be/DyhaoAvoco0 Lyles Carr, Senior Vice President at The McCormick Group, sat down with Jack Kalavritinos on Capital Forum to discuss the economic outlook in the Washington region, and why corporate social responsibility is imperative.
The McCormick Group Adds Former Law Firm COO Jim Leary to Legal Management Team
The McCormick Group (TMG) is pleased to announce that Jim Leary, former Chief Operating Officer to two global AmLaw 50 law firms, has joined its Law Firm Management practice as Senior Executive Search Consultant. Jim will team with Senior Vice Presidents Deborah Page and Elizabeth Humphrey, Executive Principal Stephen Nelson and Principal Cassie Battle to aid law firms in their hiring of executive-level professionals in such disciplines as operations, financial management, marketing and business development, information technology, knowledge management, talent management, [...]
The American Lawyer: DC Firms See Strong Lateral Market in July on Back of a Key Merger
The American Lawyer highlighted TMG’s Lateral Report for July 2022. This article was originally published by The American Lawyer and authored by Bruce Love. To view the article on their website, click here. To view TMG's lateral market report, click here. After a sluggish start earlier in the year, but with a strong July, the D.C. lateral market has bounced back effectively to 2021 levels. A total of 73 laterals moved firms last month compared to 66 in June and [...]
TMG Assists Reed Smith in Key Professional Development Search
The McCormick Group has been retained by Reed Smith LLP to assist in recruiting a Senior Director of Learning and Development. The Senior Director will oversee the global learning and development function and bring best practices to Reed Smith’s commitment to an industry-leading talent experience by designing and delivering an innovative learning strategy that supports attorney development at all levels. Building off Reed Smith’s core values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork & Respect, Innovation, and Impact, this person will be tasked [...]
The McCormick Group Promotes Deborah Page and Elizabeth Humphrey to Vice President
The McCormick Group (TMG) has promoted Deborah Page and Elizabeth Humphrey to Vice President to lead a major reorganization of TMG practice groups. Deborah will take responsibility for TMG technology practices, encompassing Digital Innovation, Cybersecurity, and Government Contracting. Elizabeth heads a broad practice group focused on professional services and regulated and tax-exempt organizations that includes Law & Government Affairs, Law Firm Management, Associations and Nonprofits, Human Resources, and Life Sciences and Healthcare. TMG’s remaining practices of Real Estate, Construction & [...]
TMG’s Nelson Quoted on Cravath DC Entry
TMG's Executive Principal Steve Nelson was quoted in The American Lawyer analyzing the decision by Wall Street giant Cravath, Swaine & Moore to enter the D.C. legal market. Nelson said that it was a good time for the firm to enter the D.C. market, given the level of talent currently in the government that might be valuable as it expands its regulatory practices. Read the article here.
Steve Nelson and David Ris Appear in JK Strategies’ Take Five
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-78ykNcRLII&t=138s TMG’s Steve Nelson and Dave Ris were recently interviewed for Take Five, a Washington-focused policy video series hosted by Jack Kalavritinos of JK Strategies. Steve and Dave spoke about trends in government relations recruiting. Among the points made: Both Democrats and Republicans are in demand. Despite ultra-partisanship on hot-button issues, important measures are being passed by Congress, and lobbyists are playing a key role. Current executive branch appointees will start leaving in the next few months. To hear more from TMG, reach out [...]
Steve Nelson Named Marketing Director
Steve Nelson, Executive Principal in The McCormick Group's Law & Government Affairs Group, has been named Marketing Director of TMG. He has taken on the added responsibility to develop a marketing strategy to better engage our existing clients and to attract additional clients for TMG. He is working with the firm’s management team to build the firm’s recognition in all of its practice areas. Steve developed the TMG’s Take series of articles for the Law & Government Affairs team and [...]
TMG Once Again Ranks Nationally
The McCormick Group has been recognized once again by The National Law Journal as one of the leading legal recruiting firms based in the D.C. area. The results are published in the NLJ’s Best of 2022 issue that ranks the top legal services providers in the U.S. TMG was also recognized as a member of the “Best of 2022” Hall of Fame, reserved for those companies that have been recognized by the publication in three of the last four years. [...]
TMG Assists Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area in a CFBDO search
The McCormick Group has been retained by the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area to assist in recruiting for the newly created position-- Chief Financial and Business Development Officer (CFBDO). Reporting to the President/CEO, the CFBDO will work closely with the President/CEO in realizing the Consortium’s vision of developing un-paralleled value to members through collaboration. The Consortium’s financial strength, reflected in its healthy balance sheet and operating statement, provides resources to explore additional partnerships and revenue streams. The [...]
TMG to Participate in Recruiting and Retention Conference
The McCormick Group is proud to be a sponsor of the 6th Annual COO/CFO/C-Level Roundtable, to be held in “virtual” Zoom format on Tuesday, February 15, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm EST. The Conference, organized by Sandpiper Partners LLC, will address critical issues relating to the management of law firms, including Lessons from the Pandemic, Managing Human Capital, and Real Estate Utilization., The faculty includes Chief Operating Officers, Chief Innovation Officers, Chief Human Resources Officers, and globally recognized consultants. [...]
TMG Places Agriculture and Food Policy expert at Holland & Knight
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Peter Tabor as a Senior Policy Advisor in Holland & Knight’s Public Policy & Regulation Group. Mr. Tabor previously served as vice president of regulatory and international affairs of the Pet Food Institute (PFI), a position he held since 2013. Prior to working at PFI, Mr. Tabor served in multiple roles within the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), where he [...]
TMG Assists Cengage in Government Affairs Search
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Rosemary Lahasky as Senior Director of Government Affairs for Cengage Group. Rosemary has held a number of leadership positions in the federal executive branch and the US Congress, working closely with policymakers across both sides of the aisle to advance legislation and achieve success in the education and workforce sectors. Through her work founding and managing the American Workforce Policy Advisory Board, Rosemary also has developed close relationships [...]
TMG’s Government Affairs Practice Is Now in Texas
The McCormick Group’s nationally recognized Government Affairs Practice now has a presence in Texas! TMG’s efforts in Houston will be led by Saadia Sultan who has more than 20 years of experience in law and government affairs, particularly focused on the energy industry. She has served in senior government affairs positions with Exxon and BHP. During this time, Sultan developed high-level networks with the U.S. government, think tanks, nonprofits, trade associations, and business councils among other organizations. Sultan has an [...]
TMG to Unveil Lateral Recruiting Data at D.C. Legal Market Conference
The McCormick Group is proud to be a sponsor of the 12th Annual D.C. Legal Market Conference, to be held in “virtual” Zoom format on Wednesday, December 8, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm EST. The Conference, organized by Sandpiper Partners LLC, will address various aspects of the D.C. legal market, including impact of the talent wars, law firm-client relationships, the role of innovation and data analytics, and the new real estate reality. The faculty includes Managing Partners, In-House General Counsel, [...]
TMG Assists Tiber Creek Group in Director of Operations Search
The McCormick Group has been retained by Tiber Creek Group to handle the search for the firm’s Director of Operations. The Director of Operations is responsible for the overall management of the office including human resources and benefits administration, leasehold improvements, marketing and branded items, technology, vendor relations. Tiber Creek Group is a premier, bipartisan government relations firm providing specialized talent and service offerings to deliver custom solutions for industry leaders. Previously known as Peck Madigan Jones – a Bloomberg [...]
2021 Citizenship Awards: The Peterson Cos., Peterson Family Foundation and Inova Health Foundation
This article was originally published in the Washington Business Journal and authored by the WBJ Special Project Editor, Emily Van Zandt. The Peterson Cos., Peterson Family Foundation and Inova Health Foundation are recipients of the 2021 Citizenship Award, part of the Washington Business Journal's annual Philanthropy Awards program. When legendary Greater Washington developer Milt Peterson, founder of the Peterson Cos., passed away in May at age 85, he wasn’t remembered only for his transformational real estate deals. Though the years [...]
TMG Assists DLA Piper in Key Human Resources Search
The McCormick Group has been retained by DLA Piper to assist in recruiting a Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer. Partnering with the firm’s Chief Human Resources Officer, the Deputy CHRO will direct the firm’s North American administrative human resources function and will co-lead strategic human resources planning to ensure that overall business goals and objectives are achieved. The Deputy CHRO will provide strategic leadership to fellow colleagues and team members, COO, other chiefs, and firm leaders. DLA Piper LLP is [...]
TMG at the National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair
The McCormick Group’s Cybersecurity consultant Mandissa Marshall participated in the 2021 National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair, sponsored by the National Cybersecurity Training & Education Center (NCyTE) and the National Science Foundation (NSF). Over 1300 students and alumni seeking full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities attended our career fair. The response from students and employers was overwhelmingly positive.
TMG Enters Texas Legal Market
Ranked by Forbes Magazine among the top executive search firms in America, TMG has also been recognized perennially by the National Law Journal as one of the top legal search firms in Washington, D.C.TMG is well-known in the legal market in DC and has made a number of significant legal placements including several Cabinet Secretaries, U.S. Attorneys, and significant practice groups in areas such as energy, financial services, and transportation. TMG’s efforts in Houston will be led by Saadia Sultan [...]
TMG to Participate in Recruiting and Retention Conference
The McCormick Group is proud to be a sponsor of The Lateral Talent Frenzy: Recruitment, Retention & Integration in a “White Hot” Market, to be held in “virtual” Zoom format on Thursday, September 30, from 9 am to Noon EST. The Conference, organized by Sandpiper Partners LLC, will address the various factors---the extremely active M&A market, skyrocketing compensation and bonus adjustments, and the remote working model brought on as a result of COVID---that have led to the most active lateral market [...]
TMG Assists Tiber Creek Group in Search for Key Financial Role
The McCormick Group has been retained by Tiber Creek Group to handle the search for the firm’s Director of Finance. The Director of Finance is a key position for Tiber Creek Group (TCG), with responsibility over the firm's budget, corporate reporting, tax returns, billing, accounts receivable, and payroll, among other duties. Tiber Creek Group is a premier, bipartisan government relations firm providing specialized talent and service offerings to deliver custom solutions for industry leaders. Previously known as Peck [...]
TMG Assists Cengage in Search for Key Government Relations Role
The McCormick Group has been retained by Cengage to recruit the company’s chief government affairs professional. The company’s Senior Director, Government Affairs will direct and oversee coordination of Cengage’s relationship with federal, state, and local officials to develop and execute lobbying strategy to advance policy priorities, oversee external subject matter experts and lobbyists, work with the Corporate Communications team as well as executive leadership team and be responsible for seeking opportunities to improve Cengage’s external impact through proactive engagement. Here is [...]
Lyles Carr Honored by Leadership Greater Washington
TMG Senior Vice President Lyles Carr will be honored by Leadership Greater Washington as the Leader of the Years at the 2021 Celebration of Leaders on October 12. A member of the inaugural 1987 class, Carr is being recognized for his 35 years of service to Leadership Greater Washington and the broader Washington regional community. He has held nearly every leadership role in the organization, including as President, and most recently co-chaired the 2020 Celebration of Leadership honoring Artis Hampshire-Cowan. [...]
TMG Remembers Our Friend and Client, Milt Peterson.
This article was written and published in the Washington Business Journal by Tristan Navera – Staff Reporter. We at The McCormick Group send our sincerest condolences to the loved ones of Milt Peterson. David Iannucci still remembers looking up at Milt Peterson, standing on a strip of dirt in front of a large crowd, telling people he was crazy." He was so self-effacing, we saw him as a visionary and he just responded with a joke that he was crazy to be building [...]
New VP of Government Affairs at the Global Medical Response
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Sohini Gupta as Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at Global Medical Response. Sohini comes to Global Medical Response - a global medical transportation and response provider - from Centene Corporation. Sohini was a member of the Centene’s senior leadership team and led the Federal Government engagement for military health, prescription drug coverage and specialty businesses. Sohini has over 20 years of experience in policymaking, advocacy and strategic engagement [...]
Enhancing Asian American Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Energy and Environment Sectors: Stories from Mid-Career Professionals
Saadia Sultan, Executive Search Consultant, is participating in this timely discussion on the diversity, equity and inclusion of Asian-Americans in the Energy and Environment sector. This free webinar will take place Thursday, May 20, from 12 to 1:30 pm ET. You can RSVP for this webinar here. If you have any questions about the event, please reach out to Saadia at 713-851-4029 or ssultan@tmg-dc.com.
WBJ Viewpoint: Meet a quiet, but powerful, force for Greater Washington’s business community
This article was written by Alex Orfinger – Market President and Publisher of the Washington Business Journal. The original article can be found on the WBJ website, here. When I think about the scope of the Washington Business Journal’s coverage, my thoughts are usually about the women and men in positions of power. After all, part of our mission is to focus on decisions with the biggest impact on the business community. We want readers to know who makes the big [...]
Deborah Page Recognized as Washington DC Tech Leader
This article was originally written by Joseph Guinto. The full article can be found on The Washingtonian website, here. Washington’s tech industry hasn’t been immune to the pandemic. Companies such as the IT giant DXC and the event-organizing platform Cvent cut jobs amid the slowdown. But some, including the hot cloud-computing company Appian, committed to hundreds of new hires. Indeed, plenty of other good business news came from Washingtonian’s Tech Titans during the past year. Our 2021 winners—who were selected [...]
TMG Announces New Consulting Offering on Lateral Partner Hiring
The McCormick Group has announced a new consulting offering designed to help law firms improve their lateral partner hiring strategy. The program, Lateral Audit, analyzes a law firm’s historical record with such hires to provide the insight to fine-tune its lateral partner recruiting program so that long-term success can be achieved. For more information on Lateral Audit, firm representatives should call TMG’s Executive Principal, Steve Nelson (703-312-6744; snelson@tmg-dc.com).
TMG to Participate in Legal Disruption and Innovation Conference
The McCormick Group is proud to be a sponsor of the 6th Annual Disruption and Innovation in the Delivery of Legal Services, to be held in “virtual” Zoom format on February 26, from 9 am to 1:30 pm EST. The Conference, organized by Sandpiper Partners LLC, will address the ever-changing legal market from a multitude of perspectives. Among the topics addressed will be New Business Models, Law Department Initiatives Focused on Process Improvement, Collaboration Tools, Talent Management Metrics, and Disruption [...]
COO/CFO/C-Level Roundtable: February 5
The McCormick Group is proud to be a sponsor of the 5th Annual COO/CFO/C-Level Roundtable, to be held in “virtual” Zoom format on February 5, from 9am to Noon EST. The Conference, organized by Sandpiper Partners LLC, will be the only briefing that approaches the state of the legal market from the perspective of the entire law firm c-suite. Among the topics addressed will be lessons of the pandemic, the workplace of the future, use of real estate, managing human [...]
Cheryl Bedard, Principal, Named Top GovCon Recruiter of 2020
The original article was published on the ExecutiveBiz website, here. ExecutiveBiz Announces GovCon Executive Recruiters ExecutiveBiz is pleased to recognize the most significant executive recruiters of consequence influencing the government contracting (GovCon) industry with its seventh annual list of the Top Ten Executive Recruiters for 2020. Each year, the elite GovCon firms of all shapes and sizes reach out to the most notable executive recruiters to assist them in their search for the right candidates to fill their most crucial leadership [...]
TMG is a Sponsor of the DC Legal Market Conference
The McCormick Group is proud to be a sponsor of the 11th Annual D.C. Legal Market Conference, to be held in “virtual” zoom format on September 22, from 9 am to Noon. The Conference, organized by Sandpiper Partners LLC, will be the first complete briefing on the state of the D.C. legal market since the pandemic struck earlier this year. Among the topics addressed will be how firms are addressing today’s turbulent times, recruiting and talent management, imperatives concerning diversity [...]
Dave Ris Places Nasim Fussell with Holland & Knight
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Nasim Fussell as a partner in Holland & Knight’s International Trade Group, residing in the Washington, D.C., office. Nasim comes to Holland & Knight after serving as the Senate Finance Committee's chief international trade counsel. She was appointed to that post in November 2018, after serving as deputy chief since July 2018 under former Chairman Orrin Hatch. During her tenure, she worked with the Trump administration on trade [...]
TMG Assists Pacific Science & Engineering Group with CEO Search
Article shared from Hunt Scanlon Media. August 14, 2020 – The public sector is in the midst of major transformation. It faces an array of challenges that range from shifting public expectations to budgetary pressures and a growing demand for operational efficiency. To successfully navigate these issues, government organizations need leaders who are focused, tenacious and adaptable, with the capacity to deal with significant scale, complexity and ambiguity, say recruiters who specialize in the field. The McCormick Group, an Arlington, [...]
TMG Tech Practice Places the Next CEO/President of PS&E
Deborah Page, Managing Principal of our Tech Practice, and Jim Gibson, Senior Consultant, completed the search for Pacific Science & Engineering, placing their new CEO and President, Scott Tait. PS&E made the following announcement: Announcement of President and Chief Executive Officer Pacific Science & Engineering Group, Inc. (PSE) is pleased to announce the selection of Scott Tait as its next President and CEO. Scott recently completed a distinguished, 27-year career including command of the USS Mustin (DDG 89) and the [...]
Webinar: Lateral Hiring in Hard Times
With the Covid-19 recession, the risks of hiring lateral partners are more pronounced than ever. Compressed margins leave less room for mistakes or bad hires. With stakes so high, the temptation for many law firms is to take a ‘wait and see’ approach. But some firms will see an opportunity to attract new talent, strengthen practices, and position themselves for the “new new normal," as heightened pressures disrupt the legal marketplace. Join us as we discuss market projections along [...]
Cheryl Bedard to Speak at the Career Network Ministry
Cheryl Bedard, our Principal in the government contractors practice, will speak at an online event hosted by the Career Network Ministry. You can contact CNM at cnministry@gmail.com, or find out more here.
TMG’s Linda Segal Participates in Rosslyn BID Webinar
On April 23, Linda Segal was joined by Mary-Claire Burick, President of the Rosslyn Business Improvement District, to discuss the ways job seekers can improve their resumes, whether they are a seasoned executive or an entry-level candidate. Linda Segal is a Principal and the head of our life science practice with 23 years of experience in the executive search industry. She offered insights from the perspective of a veteran recruiter and spoke about the qualities that make a resume stand [...]
TMG Places Principal of Gray Global Advisors
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Stephen L. Sayle as Principal at Gray Global Advisors Before joining Gray Global Advisors, Stephen was the Founder and CEO of Sayle Consulting, a bipartisan, bicameral boutique lobbying firm. Sayle uses his over 25 years’ of experience in Washington to strategically position clients and to tactically implement winning strategies. Recognized as a leader in energy and environment issues, Sayle Consulting has also successfully represented clients in telecommunications and [...]
Ringer Awards 2019
The McCormick Group celebrated our 45th anniversary with the Ringer Awards dinner, 2019. Thanks to our clients, candidates, best in the business account executives, the support staff, and management. A special thanks to Dave Ris for photography, Barbara McCormick and Sarah Carr for organizing, and the staff at the Intercontinental at the Wharf for a wonderful time. [slideshow_deploy id='15878'] davidrisphotog@gmail.com
Three Thoughts on What to Expect from a Recruiter
As an executive recruiter for the past twenty years, I have had many discussions with clients and candidates about my role as their recruiter. The crux of those conversations is about their experiences with other recruiters. Especially any time a recruiter has failed to meet their expectations. What should you expect from a recruiter? Whether you are the client or the candidate, there are basic things you should expect from a recruiter. Just as we all know what to [...]
DP Facilities hire
DP Facilities, Inc., owner and operator of Mineral Gap, the 65,000-square-foot, Tier III Uptime Institute data center located in Wise, Virginia, announced that it has hired industry veteran Jhoan Checo as its new Senior Vice President of Sales. The placement was handled by The McCormick Group's Deborah Page, Managing Principal and Technology Practice leader. Deborah Page Managing Principal, Technology Practice Leader 703.312.6749 dpage@tmg-dc.com
TMG places director regulatory affairs at national biodiesel board
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Kate Shenk as Director of Regulatory Affairs at The National Biodiesel Board. The placement was handled by: David Ris Principal 703-312-6750 | dris@tmg-dc.com Steve Nelson Executive Principal 703-312-6744| snelson@tmg-dc.com
Steptoe & Johnson COO
POSITION SUMMARY Steptoe & Johnson is seeking an experienced management professional with demonstrated success leading the operations of a law firm, other professional services firms, or other business organizations. The ideal candidate must have strong business acumen and human resources skills, and bring a “firm first” approach to this position. Importantly, the Chief Operating Officer will be given considerable authority in helping to achieve the firm’s strategic goals and objectives, including improved operating efficiencies, revenue growth and enhanced profitability. [...]
Cohen Milstein Director of Human Resources Search
TMG Assisting Cohen Milstein in Director of Human Resources Search The McCormick Group has been retained by Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll, PLLC to assist in recruiting a Director of Human Resources, who will be responsible for the effective execution of all HR functions within the firm and will oversee the HR team. The Director of Human Resources will provide strategy and direction to the Firm’s human resources function and related support services, promote an energizing and motivating work [...]
Digital Transformation Disrupting HR
The McCormick Group's Nicolette Kuba Hurd hosted Washington DC’s first local Hacking HR Chapter Meeting Digital transformation is no longer just optional. It encompasses every discipline, every function and just about every role. – The digital age does not bypass any organization. At the intersection of technology, organizations and people, Hacking HR Forum, a vibrant, rapidly growing global community of tech evangelists, transformation strategists and HR leaders, brought together in D.C. by Enrique Rubio, met for the first [...]
The McCormick Group Places NOVA Chamber CEO
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in placing Julie Coons as President and CEO of Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce. “As the Voice of Business in Northern Virginia™, the Northern Virginia Chamber has an outstanding reputation serving and representing Northern Virginia’s robust business community in our region and beyond,” said Julie Coons, incoming Northern Virginia Chamber President and CEO. “I am very excited to work with Chamber members, leadership, key stakeholders, and regional partners to build upon the [...]
Managing Director Placed at Steptoe & Johnson LLP
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of George Callas as a Managing Director with Steptoe & Johnson LLP. George Callas, who served as senior tax counsel to Speaker of the House Paul Ryan and was one of the chief architects of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), has joined Steptoe & Johnson’s Government Affairs & Public Policy and Tax Groups. He will serve as a managing director in Steptoe’s Washington office. Callas is a [...]
Perkins Coie Chief Diversity Officer Search
The McCormick Group has been retained by Perkins Coie LLP to assist in searching for a Chief Diversity Officer, who will be responsible for the strategic direction of the firm’s diversity initiatives. The CDO will work with firm management, practice group chairs, committees and administrative professionals to further the implementation of the firm’s diversity goals, which includes the furthering of the commitment to recruiting, developing, retaining, and promoting diverse attorneys. The CDO will work with office management and practice groups to [...]
IMRI names VP of federal programs
Information Management Resources, Inc. has named Kamran Khan the new senior vice president of federal programs, a role in which he’ll lead strategic growth initiatives and further expand the company’s presence within the federal sector. The Placement was made by Deborah Page and Eric Shott of The McCormick Group.
The McCormick Group Launches Legacy Succession Planning
In light of the well-documented need for succession planning in the legal industry, The McCormick Group has launched Legacy Succession Planning, an end-to-end solution specifically designed with law firms in mind. “The McCormick Group had been an authority in the law firm world for over 45 years. We are among the largest and most recognized executive search firms focusing in the legal area, specializing in working with law firm leadership to provide up to the minute industry insight. The [...]
Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce CEO Search
The McCormick Group has been engaged to handle the search for the President & CEO of the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce . The search team includes McCormick Senior Vice President Lyles Carr, Department Managing Principal Elizabeth Humphrey, and Principal Susy Howard. The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce recognizes Northern Virginia as a singular economic unit led by a world-class business community rather than as a series of localities defined by jurisdictional boundaries. The Chamber believes success for Chamber members, business [...]
TMG Places Partner and Counsel with MMM
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Andrew Mohr as Partner and Kelly Kroll as Of Counsel with Morris Manning & Martin LLP. Andrew Mohr will lead the firm’s Government Contracts practice. He has more than three decades of experience that spans the entire range of federal, state and local government contract formation and administration. Mr. Mohr represents clients in every stage of the government procurement process, from analysis of the risks associated with [...]
TMG Places Director of National Security with Buchanan & Edwards
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Timothy J. Healy as Director of National Security with Buchanan & Edwards The placement was handled by Tim Ward, Principal | tward@tmg-dc.com Read the full announcement here.
New Excise Tax Targets Big-Money Nonprofit Executives
The McCormick Group's K Street specialist, Ivan Adler, was quoted in Roll Call's article covering new taxes on compensation packages over 1 million for tax-exempt organizations in both the House bill and Senate draft. Adler predicted associations would increase member dues or cut costs to cover the new tax bill. “There’s definitely a war for talent within the association world,” said Ivan Adler, a longtime K Street headhunter. “And they’re not going to let compensation get in the way — it’s [...]
Anticipating Career Transitions
Andi Cullins, Principal with The McCormick Group, presented Anticipating Career Transitions at the Association of Corporate Counsel's National Capital Region Career Development Forum: Career 360 Fair. The event featured one-on-one meetings between Professional Growth Partners and attendee members, as well as break out sessions on a variety of career topics. For a conversation on career transitions or to discuss hiring needs at your law firm, contact Andi: 703.224.1447 acullins@tmg-dc.com
Law Firm Exits – Two Sides to Every Story
Creating an effective team environment is more important than billable hours, rainmaking, or portable business. When expectations are misunderstood or poorly communicated by the law firm or the lawyer, neither side is satisfied and both have their own version of why it went wrong. Co-authors Karen MacKay and Steve Nelson explore a few scenarios and offer ideas on how it could go differently. Read the full article, published in the November/December 2017 issue of Law Practice Magazine, and co-authored by: [...]
Understanding the Dynamics of Business Transformation
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TMG Places COO with The REMADE Institute
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Michelle Schlafer as Chief Operations Officer with The REMADE Institute, Rochester, NY […]
TMG Places Former Ambassador and State Department Veteran at Buchanan & Edwards
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Jay Anania as Director, Foreign Affairs Business with Buchanan & Edwards. […]
TMG Places General Counsel with The REMADE Institute
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Kevin Kepner as General Counsel with The REMADE Institute, Rochester, NY […]
The McCormick Group Nominated as Best Legal Search Firm
The McCormick Group has once again been nominated by The National Law Journal as one of leading legal search firms in the Washington, D.C., area as part of the Best of Legal Times reader ranking survey. […]
Impact of BigLaw Bias Suits Discussed in Law360 by TMG’s Steve Nelson
Legal and Government Affairs Managing Principal Steve Nelson spoke to Law360 about how suits against law firms may affect lateral recruiting. […]
TMG Assists DLA Piper in Key Professional Development Search
The McCormick Group has been retained by DLA Piper to assist in recruiting a Director of Professional Development. […]
TMG Assists Cleary Gottlieb in Key Business Development Search
The McCormick Group has been retained by Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton, a pioneer in globalizing the legal profession, to assist in recruiting a Business Development Manager for Litigation, Restructuring and Intellectual Property. […]
The McCormick Group in Forbes Top Executive Search Firms List
The McCormick Group is recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of the nation’s prominent executive search firms. […]
Counter chaos by boosting advocacy efforts
“You really need to dig your well before you’re thirsty.” Continuing to wait before making hiring decisions is a mistake, according to Ivan Adler, who spoke on a CEO Update panel. […]
‘What am I worth?’
TMG Consultant Nicolette Kuba Hurd discusses how to evaluate your value in today’s job market at UMD’s Smith School of Business EMBA panel. […]
Lobbyists represent your interests, whether you know it or not
In an interview with Federal News Radio, TMG’s Ivan Adler makes a case for the importance of advocacy – despite its bad reputation. […]
James Comey May Find Soft Landing in Big Law
” [Comey’s] mistakes for the most part are tough judgment calls,” says TMG’s Steve Nelson in an article by The National Law Journal. “The question will be, will firms worry about their corporate clients?” […]
TMG Managing Principal to Present at Legal Conference
Steve Nelson will present on practice group management and legal project management at the Legal Marketing Association’s 2017 P3 – Practice Innovation Conference on May 17th, 2017. […]
In Washington, lobbying is an unappreciated economy opportunity
Advocacy benefits citizens, says Ivan Adler to The Washington Post. “If you have a job, own a home, or a car or even have a pet, you have somebody in Washington representing your interests.” […]
How Chaffetz could get rich on K Street
” [Rep. Jason Chaffetz] will be a good rainmaker for K Street,” says GR recruiter Ivan Adler to The Hill. That position “combined with some media work and boards, will give him the lifestyle he wants.” […]
Bio+Tech17: Innovation at the Speed of Life
McCormick Group Principal Linda Segal will moderate two panels at the Bio+Tech17 Conference, which will take place April 27 – 28 at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. […]
Checks and Balance: Return of the ‘Swamp’ People
“The welcome sign is on for lobbyists in this administration,” says lobbying recruiter Ivan Adler for CQ Magazine. […]
TMG Alumnus Hosts Tech Event
Members of The McCormick Group team attended an event hosted by TMG alumnus Stacy Hayes, Co-Founder and CEO of Assured DP. […]
TMG Principal to Present at Federal Bar Association Luncheon
Legal executive recruiter Andi Cullins will be the featured speaker at an interactive luncheon for the Capitol Hill Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. […]
Hunt Scanlon Highlights McCormick Group CTO Placement
The human capital news network published an article on David Mihelcic’s placement at Juniper Federal, and featured an analysis by Tim Ward and Deborah Page on the rising demand for Chief Technology Officers. […]
TMG Principal Featured on Recruiters Panel
Cheryl Bedard will take part in a recruiters panel on Tuesday, March 14 at 6:30PM at the McLean Bible Church. The program is hosted by the Career Network Ministry (CNM). […]
TMG Principal to Moderate Cybersecurity Diversity Panel
Technology Practice Group Leader Deborah Page will moderate a panel on diversity and recruiting at the 2017 ICMCP National Conference. […]
TMG Consultant Featured on Business School Recruiting Panel
TMG consultant Nicolette Kuba Hurd participated in an executive recruiter panel discussion at UMD Smith School of Business, held at the Greenbelt Marriott on March 3. […]
U.S. Trust Chief Marketing Strategist Headlines Event
The McCormick Group’s Brian McCormick co-organized the Annual Harvard Business School Executive Dinner, which featured Chief Marketing Strategist Joseph Quinlan of U.S. Trust Bank of America, Private Wealth Management. […]
TMG Places Former DISA CTO at Juniper Networks
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of David Mihelcic as Chief Technology & Strategy Officer at Juniper Federal. […]
Nothing Works Anymore? A World in Transition
Making sense of dizzying change: TMG consultant Nicolette Kuba Hurd discussed global management and business transformation at the Georgetown Center for Continuing & Professional Education. […]
TMG Attends HBS Club of DC New Venture Competition
The McCormick Group’s Brian McCormick and Deborah Page attended the 2017 New Venture Competition (NVC) Alumni Track, which was hosted by the Harvard Business School (HBS) Club of Washington, DC. […]
Uncertainty at White House dampens association hiring
“There is uncertainty on what the policies are going to be and what they are going to do,” says TMG’s Ivan Adler for CEO Update. […]
TMG Principal to Lead Workshop on Interviewing
Government Contracting Principal Cheryl Bedard will teach a workshop on interviewing skills at 6:30PM on February 21, 2017. […]
Why A Norton Rose Fulbright-Chadbourne Merger May Work
Legal and Government Affairs Managing Principal Steve Nelson spoke to Law360 about the possible merger between international law firm Norton Rose Fulbright and New York-based Chadbourne & Parke LLP. […]
TMG Places Prominent Public Relations Leader with Hogan Lovells
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Mark Irion as Senior Advisor with Hogan Lovells. […]
TMG Celebrates Nestlé U.S. Relocation to Rosslyn
TMG’s Paul Rothenburg attended a major press conference by Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe, who announced on Wednesday that Nestlé U.S. will be moving its headquarters to 1812 N Moore St. in Rosslyn. […]
More holes in the lobbying ban
Ivan Adler and John Hesse were quoted on lobbying strategy and regulations in Politico Influence. […]
Lobbyists adjust to Trump’s new rules
A new executive order restricting the lobbying efforts of political appointees is unlikely to deter lobbyists from joining the administration, according to government affairs recruiter Ivan Adler. […]
TMG Managing Principal Featured in CMO Trends Webinar
The McCormick Group’s Steve Nelson was a featured panelist for “Current Trends for CMO’s: From Comp to Staffing to the Ever-Changing Role”, which was organized by the Legal Marketing Association’s CMO Shared Interest Group (SIG). […]
TMG Celebrates Power Players Featured in Book of Lists 2017
TMG Executive Vice President Brian McCormick attended the Book of Lists Celebration 2017, which brought together the most influential, connected, and informed people in Washington. […]
GOP Staffers Are Waiting to Hear, ‘You’re Hired’
Government affairs recruiter Ivan Adler weighed in on the upcoming hiring spree – and who will be hired – under the new administration. […]
Lyles Carr in “Our Town” Podcast: “We need a civic infrastructure”
In the podcast, The McCormick Group Senior Vice President lauded the DC region’s dedicated community service leaders and called for civic collaboration. […]
Lateral Lawyer Recruiting: Practical Hiring and Integration Strategies
Legal & Government Affairs Managing Principal Stephen Nelson will be co-presenting a webinar sponsored by the Center for Competitive Management (C4CM). […]
National Cybersecurity Conference to Focus on Diversity Gap
McCormick Group Principal Deborah Page is part of the International Consortium of Minority Cybersecurity Professionals (ICMCP) Executive Leadership set to host the 2017 ICMCP National Conference on March 15-16, 2017 in Washington, DC. […]
Trump insiders head for big K Street paydays
Government affairs recruiter Ivan Adler spoke to Politico about the high demand – and paycheck – for Trump insiders in the lobbying industry. […]
Crowell & Moring Plays Catch-Up with NY Merger Bid
McCormick Group Managing Principal Steve Nelson was interviewed by the National Law Journal on Crowell & Moring’s strategic merger and bid for a national presence. […]
The McCormick Group Participates in Holiday Philanthropic Causes
Continuing our annual tradition, The McCormick Group contributed to two philanthropic causes this winter: Toys for Tots and the Holiday Clothing Drive. […]
K Street Eyes Outgoing Lawmakers for Jobs
Government relations headhunter Ivan Adler spoke to Roll Call about the changing administration and the new K Street insiders. […]
The McCormick Group Presents Succession Planning Webinar for NALP
In a webinar for the NALP, Principal Andi Cullins and Managing Principal Steve Nelson presented Succession Planning in Law Firms, which explored the ways firms should think about the critical issue of the aging-out of the Baby Boomer generation. […]
Ivan Adler on the Post-Election Future
The transition period between administrations comes with a hiring frenzy of officials and staff. What future can federal workers expect? How can nonprofits and lobbying firms fit into the new administration in light of the radical changes of ideology and policy? And who really benefits? […]
CEO Update Live advocacy forum reveals shifting strategies
“The president is going to have to turn to people who know Washington well.” Ivan Adler spoke at the CEO Update panel on the election and the future of association lobbying. […]
Obama’s alumni-to-be contemplate life after the White House
Long-time staffers for President Obama’s White House face a new life and a jarring change after the White House, according to Ivan Adler. […]
Lobbyists uncertain of their place in Trump’s Washington
How will K Street fit into the new administration in light of Trump’s harsh criticism during his campaign? Government relations recruiter Ivan Adler weighed in for The Hill. […]
The McCormick Group Celebrates 2016 Ringer Awards
The McCormick Group celebrated its 42nd year at the 2016 Ringer Awards on Wednesday, November 2nd. […]
Washington trails the country in its representation of women in the boardroom
McCormick Group Senior Vice President Lyles Carr spoke to the Washington Post about increasing gender diversity in the boardroom. […]
Big bucks await officials who take revolving door
Former EPA officials entering the private sector could expect to earn a sizable compensation, according to McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler in Greenwire. […]
Post-Election: Advocacy & Influence
TMG’s Ivan Adler will be featured on a panel of leading CEOs and lobbying experts to discuss the shifting advocacy landscape for associations. […]
It’s about to become a very busy time for K Street headhunters
Ivan Adler spoke to the Washington Post about the upcoming government affairs hiring rush – and why this one will be particularly frenzied. […]
Getting Board Ready
Andi Cullins will lead a brown bag lunch for WIIT on maximizing chances for being selected to serve on a corporate board. […]
These Four Practices Flourished During the Obama Years
Managing Principal Steve Nelson spoke to the National Law Journal about one of the four legal practices which have thrived during the Obama presidency. […]
Impact of the election on government relations recruiting (Video)
https://vimeo.com/185078992 Government affairs recruiter Ivan Adler was featured on CEO Update’s Association Newsmakers videoseries to discuss association recruiting during the election. […]
Finding a new job just got more complicated for federal employees
How do the new ethics rules affect employers looking to hire federal employees? The Hill interviewed Ivan Adler for advice. […]
Looking to recruit from a federal agency? Be aware of new ethics regulations
TMG’s Ivan Adler spoke to CEO Update about the new regulations, which impact federal employee conduct when seeking new jobs. […]
Squire Patton Boosts Capitol Hill, C-Suite Profile with Boehner Hire
What does the new position at Squire Patton Boggs mean for former Speaker John Boehner? Government affairs recruiter Ivan Adler spoke to the National Law Journal about the issue. […]
John Boehner Joins Lobbying Firm
TMG government affairs expert Ivan Adler weighs in on former Speaker John Boehner joining Squire Patton Boggs. […]
TMG Founding Member of Hunt Scanlon Media Recruiting Center
The McCormick Group is proud to become a founding member of Hunt Scanlon Media’s Recruiting Industry Media Center (IMC), a digital service which provides users with a directory of in-depth profiles of leading search firms around the world. […]
McCormick Group Nominated as Best Legal Search Firm
The McCormick Group has once again been nominated by The National Law Journal as one of the leading legal search firms in the Washington, DC area. […]
Succession Planning for Law Firms – The Future is Now!
The challenge presented to law firms by retiring partners is of such wide-spread concern that The American Lawyer devoted the September 2016 edition to what author Julie Triedman calls “the graying of The Am Law 200”. […]
TMG Places Leading Immigration Law Partner with Quarles & Brady
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Peter F. Asaad as Partner with Quarles & Brady LLP. […]
McCormick Group Principal to Lead Personal Job Search Session
Legal Recruiter David Ris presented the session “Job Searching in 2016: What you need to hear, not what you want to hear” hosted by the Washington International Trade Association (WITA). […]
Josten’s Retirement Will Leave Big Shoes for Business to Fill
Ivan Adler discusses difficulties awaiting the replacement for retired US Chamber of Commerce lobbyist Bruce Josten. […]
5 Tips For Starting Your Own Law Firm
Legal & Government Affairs Managing Principal Steve Nelson weighs in on how to make a successful law firm. […]
TMG Principal Co-Moderates Career Development Roundtable
Legal Executive Recruiter David Ris co-moderated a Washington Network Group Career Development Roundtable with Bill Stokes on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 4 pm – 6:15 pm. […]
ALM Publishes TMG Legal White Paper
ALM Media has published a white paper written by The McCormick Group’s Steve Nelson and Cassie Battle, entitled “Building a Legal Marketing Team”. […]
Longtime U.S. Chamber Lobbyist Josten to Retire
McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler discusses lobbying giant Bruce Josten’s retirement from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. […]
TMG Places Senior Government Relations Director with Arent Fox
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Sonja L. Nesbit as Senior Government Relations Director with Arent Fox LLP. […]
TMG Consultant Volunteers with Enactus Morocco to Coach Young Entrepreneurs
[slideshow_deploy id=’3107′] McCormick Group Consultant Nicolette Kuba Hurd volunteered with the organization Enactus Morocco to coach young entrepreneurs in Casablanca, Morocco. […]
TMG Places IMPAQ VP with Social & Scientific Systems
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Dr. Paul Gorrell as Vice President of the Health Policy and Data Analysis Group with Social & Scientific Systems. […]
TMG Principal Attends The United State of Women Summit
Legal Recruiting Principal Andi Cullins recently attended the first summit on The United State of Women, which was held on June 14th, 2016 and hosted high-profile speakers such as President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, Warren Buffett, and Oprah. […]
TMG Celebrates 2016’s Top 40 Lawyers Under 40
DC’s legal and business community recently celebrated Washington’s brightest young legal talent at the Trending 40: Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 cocktail reception, which was held at the Bowen Building on June 15, 2016. […]
TMG Attends Harvard Business School Club Celebration
[slideshow_deploy id=’3000′] The McCormick Group attended the Harvard Business School Club of Washington, DC’s Second Annual Leadership Gala on June 15, 2016. […]
McCormick Group CEO Featured in Radio Interview
William J. McCormick, Founder and CEO of The McCormick Group, was interviewed by the Executive Leaders Radio Program. […]
Executive Recruiters Share What They Like to Ask CEO Candidates
What questions can CEO candidates expect during interviews? TMG’s Ivan Adler lists his favorite ones and why they’re important. […]
K&L Gates’ Lobbying Arm Picks Up Top Army Official
In an article for the National Law Journal, McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler discusses former Secretary of the U.S. Army John McHugh’s move to K&L Gates. […]
Congratulations to the Winners and Finalists at the HR Leadership Awards Annual Gala
The Human Resource Leadership Awards celebrated the HR industry and its leaders for the 15th year in a row at the Annual Gala on June 7, 2016. […]
Congratulations to The Veterans Consortium
Edmund Glabus, who was placed by The McCormick Group, leads The Veterans Consortium Pro Brono Program which was recognized as “One of the Best” charities in the 2016-2017 Catalogue for Philanthropy. […]
Spring for Alexandria Community Service Day
[slideshow_deploy id=’2848′] The McCormick Group carried on the tradition of participating in Spring for Alexandria Community Service Day on Friday, May 20th at River Farm, a beautiful and historic property overlooking the Potomac River. […]
Saving, Securing, and Transforming Lives at the Bio+Tech16 Conference
McCormick Group Principal Linda Segal participated in the Tech Council of Maryland’s Annual Bio+Tech16 Conference, which was held at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center on May 23-24, 2016. […]
TMG Principal Tim Ward Presents Webinar on Executive Search Firms
Tim Ward of The McCormick Group addressed students of The University of Charleston (WV) School of Business and Leadership’s Doctor of Executive Leadership class on May 23, 2016. […]
The McCormick Group Recognized in Top 50 Recruiters List
The McCormick Group, Inc has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Recruiters in the Americas by Hunt Scanlon Media. […]
Lull in Congressional Schedule Not Felt on K Street
Ivan Adler explains what’s keeping lobbyists busy despite the upcoming congressional summer recess. […]
What is a Lobbyist? The McCormick Group’s John Hesse Says it’s about Communication
PR Week interviewed law and government affairs consultant John Hesse about lobbying, PR, and Washington’s stance. […]
TMG Principal Deborah Page Speaks on Cybersecurity at Local College
Deborah Page of The McCormick Group addressed students, alumni, and professionals at Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) on April 23, 2016. […]
TMG Managing Principal To Participate in Panel at Legal Leadership Forum
Managing Principal Stephen Nelson will be a panelist at the American Lawyer’s 7th Annual Law Firm Marketing & Business Development Leadership Forum in New York on May 5. […]
TMG Places Executive Director with TerraLex
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Terri Pepper Gavulic as Executive Director with TerraLex. […]
Leadership Greater Washington 2016 Awards Dinner
McCormick Group Senior Vice President Lyles Carr attended the LGW Awards Dinner on April 6, 2016. […]
2016 National Conference of Minority Cybersecurity Professionals
Deborah Page, McCormick Group Principal of Technology and Security, spoke at the National Conference of Minority Cybersecurity Professionals held on March 23rd and 24th. […]
TMG Places Energy Regulation Partner with Stoel Rives
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Richard P. Bonnifeld as Partner with Stoel Rives LLP. […]
TMG Legal Consultants Host Webinar
The McCormick Group’s Steve Nelson, Andi Cullins, and Ellen Dougherty will be presenting a webinar for the Practicing Law Institute (PLI) on April 5, 2016 entitled “Lateral Partner Movement Today: What Candidates Should Be Considering”. […]
Spring for Alexandria Community Service Day
The McCormick Group will be continuing the tradition of participating in Spring for Alexandria Community Service Day on Friday, May 13th at River Farm, a beautiful and historic property. The TMG team will be helping to clean up the grounds, including mulching and other possible landscaping activities. […]
Congratulations to The Harvard Business School on 53 Years of Women at HBS
Among the women who have attended the Harvard Business School for 53 years is Barbara H. Franklin, the 29th U.S. Secretary of Commerce, and one of the first few women to graduate from HBS in 1963/64. […]
Ivan Adler Featured in Politico
McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler is featured in Politico Influence for his Government Affairs placement at Holland & Knight. […]
Ivan Adler and John Hesse Featured in Politico
McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler and Consultant John Hesse are featured in Politico Influence for recent Government Affairs placements. […]
Paul Rothenburg Named Chairman of Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind
Paul Rothenburg has been named Chairman of Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind. Since 1900, Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind has been dedicated to helping the blind or visually impaired population of the greater Washington region overcome the challenges of vision loss. […]
TMG Legal Study on Lateral Moves Highlighted in Legal Times
The Legal Times reported on The McCormick Group’s legal study on declining lateral movement by Chambers-rated lawyers. […]
Not All CEOs are All In—or Even On—the LinkedIn Network
In a CEO Update article, The McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler discusses whether CEOs should be active on LinkedIn. […]
Cheryl Bedard Recognized as Top 10 GovCon Executive Recruiters for 2016
The McCormick Group, Inc. proudly announces the selection of Cheryl Bedard to Executive Mosaic’s Top 10 GovCon Executive Recruiters for 2016. […]
Line Blurs Between PR, Lobbying
The McCormick Group’s Ivan Adler discusses the disappearing line between lobbying and public relations in an article by The Hill. […]
TMG Assists TerraLex on Executive Director Search
The McCormick Group has been engaged by TerraLex, one of the leading global networks of independent law firms, to assist it in recruiting for its Executive Director, who will be part of the leadership team. […]
TMG Places Prominent Gender Equality Leader with DirectWomen
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted DirectWomen in the hiring of Christina Knowles as Executive Director. […]
Do Former Partners of Troubled Firms Have Survivor Guilt?
The McCormick Group’s Ivan Adler was quoted in Bloomberg BNA about emotion-laden lateral moves out of failing firms. […]
TMG Places Federal Environmental Protection Official with Vinson & Elkins LLP
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Andrew R. Stewart as Counsel with Vinson & Elkins LLP. […]
Andi Cullins Promotes Women on Corporate Boards
Andi Cullins recently founded The DirectHer Network, a community designed to increase the number of women serving on corporate boards through proactive referrals. […]
TMG Places Chief Administrative Officer with the Postal Regulatory Commission
The McCormick Group is pleased to have assisted in the placement of Stacy L. Ruble as Secretary and Chief Administrative Officer of the Postal Regulatory Commission. […]
Arnold & Porter Attempts to Reinvent Public Policy Group With New Hires
In an article by the National Law Journal, McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler discusses Arnold & Porter’s latest additions to its lobbying practice. […]
Feds Shelling Out Billions to Public Relations Firms
McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler speaks to The Hill about government spending on public relations firms. […]
TMG Celebrated for Legal Recruiting in 2015 Best of Legal Times Reader Survey
The McCormick Group, Inc has been recognized for the fourth year in a row as one of the leading legal recruiting firms in the Washington, D.C. metro area. […]
Merger Mania? Not For Many of D.C.’s Biggest Law Firms
McCormick Group Managing Principal Steve Nelson is quoted in the National Law Journal about DC’s biggest firms and their unwillingness to merge. […]
As Presidential Term Nears End, Search Firm Helps Government Lawyers Re-Enter Workforce
The McCormick Group and some recent high-profile placements in the legal and government sectors were the spotlight of an article by Hunt Scanlon Media. […]
Ivan Adler Delivers Kickoff Speech at AGRP Annual Meeting
McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler commenced the 2015 Association of Government Relations Professionals (AGRP) Annual Meeting with a speech on personal branding. […]
K Street Braces for Paul Ryan
How will lobbying change now that Paul Ryan is Speaker of the House? McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler weighs in for Politico. […]
A Complex Influence World
Are regulatory policy law practices a new trend? McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler weighs in with The National Law Journal for its annual report on the lobbying industry. […]
Lyles Carr Named One of the WBJ’s Power 100 of 2015
Power 100 2015: Connectors Lyles Carr is perhaps Greater Washington’s most famous behind-the-scenes man. […]
Speaker Fight Widens K Street, Tea Party Rift
Government Affairs recruiter Ivan Adler discusses the House GOP turmoil and its adverse reaction on business. […]
K Street Bullish on McCarthy
Kevin McCarthy is the favorite to become the new Speaker of the House, but who stands to gain from it? TMG’s Ivan Adler discusses K Street ties in The Hill. […]
Blitz for Boehner?
TMG’s Ivan Adler weighs in on John Boehner’s next steps after his resignation as House Speaker. […]
K Street Crushed, Conservatives Elated over Boehner Departure
The McCormick Group’s Ivan Adler discusses Speaker John Boehner’s resignation and the reactions from K Street and conservatives. […]
How To Stop A Wave Of Partner Departures
Managing Principal Steve Nelson spoke to Law360 on ways law firms can retain partner loyalty and prevent them from rushing out. […]
Lobbyists Decamp for Capitol Hill Jobs
TMG Principal Ivan Adler was quoted in The Hill on why lobbyists are trading in higher salaries and cushier jobs to work for Congress. […]
Top Health Lobbyist Calls it Quits at Key Moment for Obamacare
Ivan Adler discusses the soon-to-be fierce competition over Karen Ignagni’s position as AHIP CEO. […]
Hastert’s Lobbying Firm Reeling After Indictment
Ivan Adler discusses Dickstein Shapiro’s reaction to Dennis Hastert’s indictment in an article in Politico. […]
Dennis Hastert Had Multiple Sources of Income After Leaving Congress
Managing Principal Steve Nelson discusses Dennis Hastert’s multiple sources of income in an article for the Chicago Tribune. […]
Hastert’s Lobbying Firm Rocked by his Indictment
McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler weighs in on the fate of Dickstein Shapiro after Dennis Hastert’s indictment. […]
Ask the Recruiter: Be Prepared for Tough Inquiries, But ‘Gotcha’ Questions Rare
What are the ‘gotcha’ questions that recruiters and search committees ask that many candidates don’t expect? Managing Principal Elizabeth Humphrey answers in CEO Update. […]
At K Street’s No. 1 Lobby Shop, Ties to Clinton Run Deep
The Hill interviewed McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler on Akin Gump’s connection to Hillary Clinton. […]
The McCormick Group Establishes Lateral Partner Recruiting Roundtable
The McCormick Group has formed a LinkedIn Group consisting of professionals responsible for lateral partner recruiting and integration, including partners and recruiting administrators. […]
Suddenly, ‘Schumerland’ is the Place to Be
In an article in The Hill, Ivan Adler discusses the new popularity of Charles Schumer’s former aides. […]
Living the High Life After Congress
Principal Ivan Adler discusses the opportunities available to former Congressmen in an article in Moyers & Company. […]
Reid Leaving Network of Lobbyists Behind
Principal Ivan Adler discusses the value of Harry Reid’s staffers on K Street in The Hill. […]
K Street Jockeys for Cyber Supremacy
McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler is quoted in The Hill on the legal and lobbying rush for cybersecurity business. […]
Meet ‘Mrs. O,’ the Great-Grandmother Keeping Capitol Hill in Line
Ivan Adler speaks to the Wall Street Journal about one of the Senate’s longest-running and well-known receptionists: ‘Mrs. O’. […]
Billing Rates Rise, Discounts Abound
In an article for the National Law Journal, McCormick Group Managing Principal Steve Nelson weighs in on the rising billable rates and alternative fee structures. […]
GOP Goes on K Street Hiring Spree
As Republicans rush to bring veteran lobbyists back to Capitol Hill, McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler weighs in for Politico. […]
K Street Woos Mary Landrieu
Principal Ivan Adler weighs in with Politico on Mary Landrieu’s potential opportunities as a Congresswoman-turned-lobbyist. […]
Republican Congress Lures Lobbyists Back to Capitol Hill
In The Hill, McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler discusses lobbyist movement from K St back to Capitol Hill. […]
K Street Files: Democratic Lobbyists Still Have Value
Do Democrats still have opportunities on K Street? Principal Ivan Adler weighs in for Roll Call. […]
K Street Republicans Hope for Uptick in Business
In an article for Politico, Principal Ivan Adler discusses Senate Republican lobbyists and upcoming changes coming to K Street. […]
Lyles Carr Named One of the Washington Business Journal’s Power 100 of 2014
You want something done in Washington? Call Lyles Carr. He’s probably one of the best connected executives in town. […]
Cantor’s Top Aides: Where Are They Now?
McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler was quoted in Roll Call on job prospects for Eric Cantor’s former top aides. […]
GOP Staffers Seek to Cash in as Odds Grow of Senate Takeover
In an article by The Hill, McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler discusses the rising attractiveness of Republican Senate staffers to K Street. […]
At Lobbying Unit of Drinker Biddle & Reath, Testing Out a New Consulting Model
Managing Principal Steve Nelson was interviewed by the Washington Post about innovative health care consulting models. […]
‘Brain Drain’ in Congress as Staffers Bolt for K St.
In an article for The Hill, McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler explains why congressional staffers are flocking to K street. […]
Lobbying Business in State of Upheaval
Principal Ivan Adler spoke to The Hill about the major defections, mergers, and restructuring occuring on K Street. […]
K Street Barket Dims for Dems
In Politico, McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler discusses the tough job market ahead for Democratic staffers looking to transition to lobbying. […]
D.C. Law Firms Lag Behind the ‘Super Rich’ from New York
Stephen Nelson's recent TMG's Take on 2013's Financial Reports for Law Firms is referenced in the National Law Journal "D.C. Law Firms Lag Behind the 'Super Rich' from New York".
Fewer Lobbyists are Passing Through the Revolving Door from K Street to Capitol Hill
Ivan Adler was quoted in the Washington Post explaining why fewer K Street lobbyists are going to Capitol Hill. […]
Wave of CMO Hires in Law Firms
Steve Nelson was quoted in The American Lawyer as to why a variety of firms are currently looking for top marketing talent.
Lyles Carr Named One of the Washington Business Journal’s Power 100 of 2013
You want something done in Washington? Call Lyles Carr. He’s probably one of the best connected executives in town. […]
Boehner Staffers in Demand on K Street
Principal Ivan Adler was quoted in The Hill about the value of Hill staffers with strong ties to House Speaker John Boehner. […]
CEOs Storm Washington
Ivan Adler was quoted in Politico about the increasing wave of corporate CEOs approaching the Hill. […]
Ward Queried About Job Market for Federal Contractors
In a Q&A Interview with The Washington Business Journal, Tim Ward discusses the effect of sequestration on the hiring of talent in the government contracts space. […]
Law Firms Tout Cybersecurity Cred
Steve Nelson was quoted in The Wall Street Journal concerning the increased interest by law firms in hiring cybercrime experts. […]
Adler wants to hear accomplishments, not name-dropping | CEO Update
Government relations specialist looks for candidates with passion and ability to articulate value; happy to give jobseekers advice. […]
McCormick Group CEO Interviewed on Radio
Bill McCormick, founder and CEO of the McCormick Group, recently appeared on Executive Leaders Radio to talk about the issues faced by companies in recruiting high-level talent.
The McCormick Group Featured in Forbes
"The key to filling an executive vacancy to the long-term benefit of both company and candidate is balance. The interests of the employer and the potential hire must be given equal weight. If the scales tip too heavily to one side, the match won't last," says William J. McCormick, CEO of The McCormick Group Inc., one of the nation's leading executive search consulting firms. McCormick believes the firm's consistent recognition and success stem from its comprehensive methodology, intimate market knowledge, [...]
Lyles Carr Named One of the Washington Business Journal’s Power 100 of 2012
The Washington Business Journal’s Power 100 is a prestigious award given to those who have proved most influential in D.C.’s local business community. […]
Lyles Carr Receives the Marian Van Landingham Lifetime Service Award
On Friday, November 02, 2012, Volunteer Alexandria hosted The 18th Annual Evening in the Heart of Alexandria at Gadsby’s Tavern Ballroom in Old Town. Evening in the Heart of Alexandria is a tribute to all who give from their hearts to volunteer in the city of Alexandria. Each year Volunteer Alexandria recognizes members of their community who contribute extraordinary service, impacting the city as a whole. This year Lyles Carr, Senior Vice President at The McCormick Group, was honored with [...]
McCormick Group Legal Recruiters Give a Webcast for Practicing Law Institute
Managing Principal Steve Nelson and Principal Andi Cullins presented “Business Development Plans for Lawyers: More Important than Ever”. […]
Administration Staffers Head Out the Revolving Door
Is the revolving door on Capitol Hill the right thing for ex-lawmakers and staffers? TMG’s Ivan Adler casts his vote on this controversial subject. […]
Lame-Duck Lawmakers Look to Lobbying
Keeping track of the comings and goings of members that leave the Senate and House is an important part of Ivan Adler's job as Principal in charge of TMG's Government Affairs Practice. Take a look at his comments on the current crop and their job prospects. Read more.
Greater Washington Board of Trade Hosts 93rd Annual Mid-Winter Dinner
The Greater Washington Board of Trade hosted its 93rd Annual Mid-Winter Dinner on March 2, 2012 at the Washington Hilton for business leaders from the D.C. region to network and connect in black-tie attire. Networking is a continual process by Paul Rothenburg, Vice President of Business Development. Here, Paul connects at a Board of Trade event with an old friend and an important resource when it comes to the DC Government and Congress: Eleanor Holmes Norton, congresswomen for DC. To [...]
Elizabeth Humphrey Elected to New Hope Housing Board of Directors
Congratulations to TMG Managing Principal Elizabeth Humphrey! Based in Alexandria, VA, New Hope Housing is a community-based organization that has been "providing a comprehensive, innovative array of services to homeless families and single adults" since 1978. For more information, go to New Hope Housing. To contact Elizabeth Humphrey, go to | Elizabeth Humphrey
The McCormick Group Places Two Prominent Litigators with AmLaw 100 Firms
The McCormick Group’s Law & Government Affairs practice recently assisted in the placement of two distinguished litigators at two prestigious AmLaw 100 law firms. […]
Retiring Sen. Snowe would be near top of K Street wish list, insiders say
When one of the Senate’s longest serving members talks about retirement it certainly generates much anticipation on K Street. Ivan Adler assesses her impact and potential value in The Hill. […]
Law firms flock to Washington seeking growth in their regulatory practices
Managing Principal Steve Nelson spoke to the Washington Post on the recent flood of law firms to DC. […]
TMG Managing Principal Elizabeth Humphrey Graduates from Leadership Greater Washington
Congratulations to our own Elizabeth Humphrey on her graduation from the 25th Anniversary class of Leadership Greater Washington. […]
The McCormick Group Celebrates this Year’s Award Winners
The McCormick Group celebrated its 37th year with a dinner for employees and their families at the St Regis Hotel on October 27th. The highlight of the evening was the recognition of outstanding performances by many of the staff that lead to a very successful year. Retainer Salesperson of the Year went to Paul Rothenburg who set a personal and company best record. It was Paul's fourth award for outstanding retainer sales. Rookie of the Year honors went to Chris [...]
Political Jobs Abound Despite Economic Woes
Despite the economic downturn, government affairs jobs have risen. McCormick Group Principal Ivan Adler weighs in on why. […]