Saliense Consulting, a leading provider of strategic technology-based solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shakir Contractor as the new Vice President of Growth and Capture. In this role, Shakir will spearhead the company’s next phase growth strategy, identify new business opportunities, and lead capture management to drive sustained success in a competitive marketplace.
Shakir brings more than 20 years of experience in the DoD and Civilian sectors, with a proven track record of delivering strategic growth and driving operational excellence across cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, product development, and digital transformation portfolios. Shakir has held numerous leadership roles at firms such as Deloitte and Kreative Technologies, where he successfully led and expanded the Defense Health engineering and cybersecurity portfolios. Most recently, Shakir was instrumental in building strategic commercial practices focused on innovation labs and cybersecurity products in his roles at Ocdyv and Vairav Technology.
“We are thrilled to welcome Shakir to our leadership team,” said Nikita Singh, President and CEO of Saliense Consulting. “We are confident that Shakir’s expertise will accelerate our expansion and help us capture new business that aligns with our culture, our capabilities, and most importantly, our passion for the mission to serve.”
“Saliense has experienced tremendous organic growth over the last few years, thanks to our customers and partners,” she continued. “As we approach a pivotal point in our small business journey, I have contemplated this role for a while now. I knew it had to be someone who matched our values and approach to the customer experience. Shakir is the perfect fit for this role and for Saliense: a compassionate and intuitive leader with a trusted name in the GovCon community.”
In this new capacity, Shakir will work closely with the executive team to drive innovation, expand market presence, and ensure Saliense remains at the forefront of our industry, delivering highly scalable, transformative solutions, empowering our clients to keep pace with the speed of relevance. He will also be responsible for cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners, fostering a collaborative environment to meet the company’s ambitious growth objectives.
“I am excited to join Saliense at such a pivotal time in its evolution,” said Shakir. “I look forward to working with the talented team here to build on the company’s solid foundation and help propel Saliense to new heights.”
