Tower Strategy Group

Big news from Tower Strategy Group: We've officially been awarded the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)!    This milestone amplifies our ability to drive transformative change in the federal sector. What sets us apart is our unique approach to applying cutting-edge private sector best practices to federal agencies, as well as our ability to combine top-tier consulting services with the latest advances in AI and Machine Learning to fuel tangible performance improvement outcomes.    Our fu.sion ACCELERATOR platform embodies this approach, allowing us to tackle government challenges with unprecedented precision and agility. We're not just consultants; we're catalysts for mission-driven performance improvement.    What does this mean for our government partners?    • Streamlined access to innovative, AI-powered consulting services that blend public sector expertise with private sector efficiency  • A strategic ally equipped to navigate complex organizational performance improvement initiatives  • Data-driven strategies that translate directly into improved mission outcomes    To our team: Your expertise in bridging private and public sector methodologies, coupled with your unrelenting willingness to integrate the latest management best practices and technologies, made this possible. This win reflects your commitment to driving real change where it matters most.    To our clients and partners: Your trust has been the cornerstone of our growth. We're excited to leverage this new platform to amplify our impact on federal agency performance through our unique blend of sector expertise and technological innovation.    This GSA MAS award isn't just a contract – it's a launchpad for our mission to redefine how government agencies operate and succeed. We're ready to roll up our sleeves and turn potential into measurable, mission-aligned results using the full power of our services and fu.sion ACCELERATOR platform.    Here's to the next chapter of innovation, modernization, and AI-driven transformative outcomes in government.    #GSASchedule #FederalInnovation #AIinGovernment #TowerStrategyGroup 

Our employee spotlight this month is Ying Freya Chen. Freya excels in providing strategic advisory services to clients in both the public and private sectors. Her expertise spans business process reengineering, operational transformation, and workforce optimization, focusing on driving efficiency and performance improvements. Freya’s experience includes spearheading complex change management initiatives, in-depth market research, and strategic planning. She is proficient in using data-driven analysis to deliver actionable insights and facilitate strategic decision-making. Freya holds a Master of Management Studies from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. She also earned her Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology and Economics from New York University. Her strong academic background and her practical experience enable her to approach complex business challenges with analytical rigor. Outside of her professional achievements, Freya enjoys hiking and playing tennis. Her diverse interests and commitment to excellence both in and out of the workplace make her a valued member of our team.

Anti-fragility practices represent a profound shift from conventional management thinking. At Tower Strategy we see them as a vital competitive necessity. Whether you're struggling to maintain long-term relevance and market position, develop a more functional and resilient core, or unlock latent performance potential and underdeveloped capacity, learn more about how we equip organizations to adapt and improve in the face of uncertainty and chaos.

Our next employee highlight is Sherry W. Sherry’s expertise focuses on providing strategic and organizational advisory services to the public sector through conducting primary and secondary research, benchmarking, leveraging data analytical techniques, and constructing complex models. Her valuable experience spans various business domains, including market analysis, strategic planning, performance optimization, and program evaluation. Sherry uses her strong research and data analysis skills to derive actionable insights and solutions to address complex business challenges for our clients.   Sherry holds a B.A. from Swarthmore College, with a dual major in Economics and Film and Media Studies. Her academic journey has been marked by extensive qualitative and quantitative economic research. This unique combination of quantitative research capabilities and creative filmmaking experience equips her to be an insightful problem solver who utilizes evidence-based approaches while also drawing on creative perspectives to devise innovative solutions. Beyond her professional and academic pursuits, Sherry's dedication extends to volleyball and the broader world of sports. A volleyball enthusiast for a decade, she has consistently engaged with the sport, participating on both her college and high school varsity teams. Her longstanding commitment to the sport has helped to shape her into a versatile and cooperative team player. Let's go Sherry! #kudos

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This month’s employee spotlight is Mehdi Haider! Mehdi is experienced in providing guidance to organizations through strategic planning and management, knowledge management, primary and secondary research and analysis, and business development and marketing. His work has spanned both domestic and global contexts with federal, private, and nonprofit organizations from business to politics to community organizing, where he has enabled individuals and organizations to effectively address the challenges they face.   Mehdi’s diverse academic background began with premedical sciences, followed by policy and business. He earned a Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy from The Fletcher School at Tufts University, specializing in International Negotiation & Conflict Resolution and Business for Social Impact. His Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a Minor in Middle Eastern Studies from the College of the Holy Cross laid a solid foundation for his career, and was supplemented through working with embassies, CSIS, Harvard University’s Weatherhead Center for International Affairs, international organizations, and nonprofits.   Outside of work, Mehdi loves to travel – so far, to over 20 countries — and to learn new languages. Mehdi can be found reading about philosophy, history, and politics, or exploring the food scenes and sights of Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.   Thank you, Mehdi! #Kudos #GreatWork

Our exceptional employee highlight this week is Rohit Kulkarni. Rohit possesses a diverse skill set and a rich educational background, making him a valuable team member in various aspects of business. His experience in medical device marketing, product management, and warehouse operations equips him with a broad understanding of business operations. Currently, his focus on strategic and operational turnaround projects demonstrates his ability to identify and implement solutions to complex business challenges.   With academic qualifications including an M.Sc. in Biological Sciences, a B.E. in Chemical Engineering, and an M.S. in Innovation and Management, Rohit demonstrates a strong foundation in both technical and managerial domains. This multidisciplinary background enables him to approach problems from different perspectives and devise innovative solutions.   Rohit's proficiency in English, Hindi, and Marathi languages enhances his ability to communicate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders, which is crucial in project management and leadership roles. Outside of work, Rohit maintains an active lifestyle through regular gym workouts, and staying informed about current affairs. Overall, Rohit's combination of professional expertise, academic qualifications, linguistic skills, and personal attributes positions him as a versatile and effective contributor to Tower Strategy Group. #GreatWork #TeamHighlight

Federal Agencies are caught in a relentless battle— pressured to achieve more with fewer resources, all while facing scrutiny for perceived government waste. Meeting expectations and satisfying requirements under these pressures can drive burnout, especially when legacy staffing models, business processes, and workflows have fallen behind changing remits and ways of working. Human capital and its contextual environment aren't a checkbox but the linchpin of organizational and program success. When performance targets are missed, Agencies must go beyond surface-level changes, ensuring their operational structure is reinvented / optimized for their vision, and fueled by the needed human capital resources to execute it. Organizational / program-level transformation, turnaround, and step-change performance improvement demand proven expertise coupled with a methodical, systems-thinking-based approach in their unique diagnosis and application to yield the how, and the why. In an environment where success is overlooked, and failure is broadcasted, our approach is based on best practices from work with leading Private Sector players like The Carlyle Group and Pfizer, de-risked and tailored for Federal executives. Powered by our fu.sion ACCELERATOR, we're not just advisors; we're hands-on architects of success, guiding senior executives through every phase of strategy development, planning, and implementation. From crafting overarching policy and strategy frameworks to designing the change agenda, organizational structures, and resource deployment models needed to deliver on mission, Tower Strategy is a proven catalyst for change and success in the federal government.

Meet our standout team member this month: Eren Oztunc. With a wealth of experience in market analysis, internal operational analysis, and organizational strategy, Eren has proven herself as a valuable asset. Her expertise extends to guiding primary and secondary research, benchmarking, and devising market entry strategies for international expansion. Eren holds an M.S. in Management from Koc University and a B.A. in International Relations from The George Washington University, graduating summa cum laude—an indication of her commitment to excellence. Beyond academics, Eren has cultivated a global perspective through study and work in Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Spain. Proficient in Turkish, she seamlessly navigates diverse business environments. Thanks to her strategic mindset and unwavering dedication, Eren consistently provides invaluable insights and leadership in market analysis, operational efficiency, and corporate strategy. Kudos to you, Eren! #GreatWork #TeamHighlight

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year from the Tower Strategy Team! Throughout 2023, our team navigated growth, overcame challenges, and achieved significant milestones. Looking ahead to 2024, we are excited about new possibilities and opportunities that await the coming year. Cheers to the memories we've created in 2023 and the adventures that await us in the new year! Excited to embrace the future with enthusiasm and determination. Happy holidays, and here's to a fantastic 2024 for us all! 🎊 Saurabh Kapoor Payal Mirpuri Kapoor Tomas Esquer-Perez Eren Oztunc Mehdi Haider Rohit Kulkarni Sherry W. Ying Freya Chen Katherine Caesar Cole Murphy