Active recruitment and retention of senior revenue-generating consultants and experts to expand specialized advisory capabilities. In Q1 2026, the company deployed $62.3 million in net cash outlays for talent investments, with approximately 25% spent on acquiring senior talent, 50% on performance awards for previously acquired talent, and 25% on talent retention.

Expected impact: Expands the firm's bench of high-value contributors, replenishes the sales pipeline, and drives long-term organic revenue growth across key practices.

Positioning artificial intelligence as both a demand amplifier and a productivity enhancer. The firm focuses on leveraging AI to increase productivity and address complex economic and legal questions without compromising domain expertise.

Expected impact: Enhances consultant productivity, creates new revenue streams, and raises barriers to entry in expert advisory services by managing increased economic complexity.

Returning capital to shareholders through quarterly cash dividends and share repurchases. On February 26, 2026, the Board authorized a $55.0 million expansion of the share repurchase program in addition to the $10.9 million remaining.

Expected impact: Supports long-term shareholder value and yield; during Q1 2026, the company returned $25.3 million to shareholders ($21.5 million in share repurchases and $3.8 million in dividends).