Expansion opportunities Recent leadership hires and regional growth signal a demand for strategic advisory capabilities across the Western Hemisphere and Europe. This creates cross-sell potential for policy risk management, regulatory navigation, and diplomacy-focused services as client organizations expand or engage in international markets.

Energy transition play The firm has named a head of energy and critical minerals practice and participated in energy transition forums. This presents an opportunity to offer services around clean energy policy scoping, critical minerals supply chain risk, and government affairs support for clients in the energy sector facing regulatory and geopolitical challenges.

Strategic advisory integration Being part of Ankura enhances capabilities in disputes, distress, and program execution. Target potential corporate distress or regulatory-compliance projects where combined policy counsel and operational risk expertise deliver comprehensive solutions.

Global footprint leverage With offices in Washington, Beijing, Brussels, Singapore, and Delhi and presence in over twenty countries, there is a clear pathway to position McLarty as a global policy and government affairs partner for multinational clients seeking coordinated international advocacy and regulatory intelligence.

Mid-market growth fit Revenue range and employee size place the firm in a mid-market segment adjacent to larger firms. This creates opportunities to target mid-cap and high-potential NGOs, associations, and mid-sized corporates seeking tailored, flexible diplomacy and policy services without the scale of bigger firms.