Dexis Consulting Group
Background
Dexis Consulting Group, established in 2001, is a professional services firm dedicated to addressing complex social challenges in diverse environments, aiming to create a more secure and prosperous world. The company collaborates with U.S. government agencies such as USAID, the Department of State, and the Department of Defense, focusing on areas including democracy advancement, justice access improvement, program effectiveness, and federal workforce enhancement.
Key Strategic Focus
Dexis specializes in:
- Stabilization and Conflict Mitigation: Implementing strategies to stabilize regions affected by conflict.
- Security Sector Assistance: Providing support to enhance the capabilities of security sectors.
- Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption: Promoting legal frameworks and combating corruption.
- Inclusive Economic Growth: Encouraging economic development that benefits all societal segments.
The company operates in over 80 countries, delivering tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each region.
Financials and Funding
In December 2023, Dexis secured an investment from CM Equity Partners, a private equity firm with a focus on federal services and aerospace and defense sectors. This partnership aims to support Dexis's growth and diversification within the federal civilian business sector.
Technological Platform and Innovation
Dexis employs a range of technologies to enhance its service delivery, including:
- Canva: For audio, video, and graphics creation.
- SAS: Business intelligence solutions.
- Squarespace and Joomla: Content management systems.
- Google Drive: Document management.
- Oracle: Enterprise solutions.
Leadership Team
- Mihir Desai: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Leads Dexis's evolution from a boutique consultancy to a large professional services firm. Formerly a private sector development specialist at the World Bank Group, with experience in over forty countries focusing on economic resilience in conflict zones. Holds a BA in Economics from Macalester College and an MBA in International Business from George Washington University.
- Mark McEuen: Chief Operating Officer
Oversees technical divisions, internal operations, and quality management. Previously served as Vice President and Deputy Manager of the International Health Division at Abt Associates, managing projects globally. Speaks Russian.
- Jennifer Simancas: President, Dexis Professional Services
Manages strategy and operations of Dexis’s subsidiary delivering professional staffing services. Joined Dexis in 2004 as its first employee, ensuring compliance with USAID and other government regulations. Fluent in Spanish.
- Natasha Hsi: Vice President, International Development
Leads international development efforts, focusing on evidence-based programs. Previously led the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Division at Dexis. Fluent in French and conversant in Spanish.
- Laura Dabkowski: Vice President, People & Culture
Develops and executes human resource strategies supporting Dexis’s growth, emphasizing employee inclusion and engagement. Formerly served as SVP of People and Organizational Development for ABS and VP of Human Resources at ARAMARK.
- Tamara Babiuk: Vice President, Strategic Market Growth, Center for Global Security & Stabilization
Co-directs Dexis’s center focusing on security and stabilization issues. Designed and managed projects across multiple continents. Fluent in Ukrainian and speaks French.
- Andrew Sinclair: Senior Advisor, Center for Global Security & Stabilization
Leads strategy across Dexis’s security and foreign assistance portfolios. Formerly served as USAID Office of Transition Initiatives Country Representative for Libya and Syria. Holds a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University.
- Steve Mestraud: Vice President, Finance & Accounting
Leads finance and accounting functions. Previously served as Controller for Westat Inc. and held roles at Airbus North America and British Telecom. Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales.
- Hiba Iqteit: Director, Business Development
Oversees business development, with over 12 years of experience in global health and strategic planning. Formerly served as Business Development Manager at the Population Council. Fluent in Arabic.
- Salima Boughrara: Senior Director, Contracts, Grants & Procurement
Leads contract functions, emphasizing procurement and award administration. Previously provided oversight for multi-country portfolios at the International Foundation for Electoral Systems. Native French speaker.
- James Agee: President, Governance Practice, International Development
Oversees Dexis’s Governance practice, focusing on rule of law and anti-corruption projects. Formerly served as Chief of Party for USAID-funded projects in Afghanistan, the Philippines, and Indonesia. U.S. Navy veteran, speaks Indonesian.
- Carrie Hasselback: Senior Director, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Practice, International Development
Manages USAID-funded MEL and CLA projects. Over 20 years of experience in international development, with positions in Liberia, Afghanistan, Iraq, Kenya, and Haiti. Served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Romania.
- Eddy Valda: Senior Director, Finance
Oversees finance functions, ensuring accounting integrity and financial forecasting. Previously worked for Casals & Associates and DynCorp, managing financial operations in multiple countries. Holds a BA in Economics.
Leadership Changes
- Sudhakar Kesavan: Board Member
Former Chairman and CEO of ICF, with extensive experience in global management and consulting. Inducted into the Washington Business Hall of Fame in 2014.
- Peter M. Schulte: Board Member
Managing Partner and co-founder of CM Equity Partners, with prior experience in corporate financing and M&A at Salomon Brothers Inc. Graduate of Harvard College and Yale University.
- Jeffrey Mark: Board Member
Partner at CM Equity Partners, with a background in risk arbitrage and trading at Royal Bank of Canada and Bear, Stearns & Co. Holds a BBA in Finance from the University of
