About Us
Since 1978, The Ford Agency has helped match Washington’s premier professionals with hundreds of leading businesses, political action groups and non-profits in the D.C. Metro area. A women-owned and operated staffing firm, The Ford Agency offers the personal service of a small company with the recruitment resources of a larger organization, perfected over three decades of service.
Co-founded by Diana Ford and Barbara Pisarra, who both worked as recruiters before starting the company, The Ford Agency was formed to meet the area’s growing demand for a more personalized placement experience. Today, both Barbara and Diana are still active recruiters within the company and maintain regular contact with clients, many of whom have worked with Ford since its founding.
For over 30 years, The Ford Agency has been recognized and recommended by clients for its unique approach to staffing. We take the time to understand what’s important to you: corporate culture, goals, qualifications and position demands, while providing unparalleled support throughout the recruitment process. To ensure the best match, we rigorously screen candidates and identify their strengths according to your specific position requirements. Unlike other agencies, Ford’s approach to every placement is conducted in a non-competitive atmosphere, where all staff members collaborate as a team to identify and match the best candidate for the job.
Historically, The Ford Agency has helped clients fill positions in the areas of office management, clerical support, accounting, human resources and all legal support services. Over the last decade, however, The Ford Agency’s expertise has expanded to include information technology, marketing and communications fields. We are a dynamic organization, capable of adapting with D.C.’s evolving job market and in-demand positions.
The Ford Philosophy
Our philosophy is to provide clients with professional, efficient service, tailored to their individual needs and goals. Every employee is a huge investment for our client, and only the most qualified professional can maximize the value of that investment. By upholding our clients’ interests and caring about the outcome, we will continue to serve the same organizations for years to come.
"My counselor at the Ford Agency not only found me a job she found me a place where I feel complete. She looked beyond my resume and found a job that fits my beliefs and what I hope to continue to pursue in my life."
--Satisfied Candidate
“Atlantic Media has been lucky enough to hire many full-time employees who came through Ford on a temp-to-hire basis. It is an example of their quality when you see those same candidates climbing through the ranks of our corporate infrastructure.”
--Satisfied Client