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The McCormick Group

Executive search partner since 2025

Salt has partnered with The McCormick Group, a leading Washington, D.C. executive search firm, to combine Salt’s global digital recruitment expertise with McCormick’s deep U.S. market relationships across Legal, Government Affairs, Social Impact, Real Estate, and Technology. This strategic alliance enhances our ability to deliver tailored leadership solutions that drive transformation for clients navigating evolving digital and commercial landscapes. Both firms maintain their independent operations while collaborating on executive searches, market insights, and client delivery.

What our partner, McCormick values

They seek trusted collaborations that bring deep market insight, complementary expertise, and a shared commitment to quality. They prioritise partnerships that enable access to top talent, deliver tailored solutions, and adapt flexibly to evolving business needs. Transparency, mutual respect, and a long-term vision for growth are at the core of every successful alliance.

Good to know

  • Our partnership combines Salt’s global digital reach with McCormick’s strong U.S. market presence

  • They focus on executive and leadership roles across tech, legal, government affairs, and social impact

  • The McCormick Group brings 40+ years of Washington, D.C. market expertise

  • The collaboration enhances access to both startup and enterprise clients in the U.S.

  • Both firms continue operating independently while sharing market insights and talent resources

About The McCormick Group

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Founded in 1974
Based in Washington, D.C.

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Industry Focus
Legal, Government Affairs, Social Impact, Real Estate, Construction, Federal Contracting, Technology

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Experience
Over 40 years of executive search expertise

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Approach
Consultative and relationship-driven

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Reputation
Built on integrity and personalized service

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Our Approach

At The McCormick Group, we prioritize building long-term relationships with clients and candidates through a rigorous and personalized recruitment process. We leverage our extensive network and deep sector expertise to identify top-performing leaders who align with our clients’ strategic goals and culture. Our consultative style ensures each placement is thoughtful and impactful, supporting organizations through change and growth. By partnering with Salt, we enhance our reach and capabilities while maintaining our commitment to trusted, high-touch service.

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As innovation accelerates, the partnership delivers future-focused talent solutions at scale.

Read our Press Release

“In 1974, I founded The McCormick Group with a simple belief: Develop sources who know the top performing people in the fields we specialize in and then recruit the very best candidates for our clients based on their assessments. This partnership with Salt represents that same principle – doing the work right, with the right people.”

Bill McCormick,
Founder of The McCormick Group
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“For us, this partnership is a key move in accelerating Salt’s growth in the US, particularly in tech, digital leadership, and commercial innovation. The McCormick Group brings a level of insight and credibility in this market that’s rare. Together, we can deliver with both scale and nuance.”

Elliot Dell
CEO at Salt
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At The McCormick Group, we’ve built our reputation on trust and a personalized approach to executive search. Partnering with Salt broadens our perspective and enhances our ability to deliver strategic talent solutions, particularly in rapidly evolving digital sectors. As technology and AI continue to reshape industries, our clients need partners who understand both innovation and talent.”

Deborah Page and Elizabeth Humphrey
Vice Presidents at The McCormick Group.
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“Bill and I quickly aligned on what matters – partnership, performance, and values. This is not just about reach. It’s about combining strengths to help clients lead through change.”

David Delbecq
Tech Market Leader for Salt U.S
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