CATHEXIS Corporation is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) [3] with 18 years of federal expertise delivering enterprise-scale program management and expert-led engagements [1]. The organization recently strengthened its market position through a strategic merger with Paradyme in December 2024 [1], establishing itself as a competitive force in the mid-tier federal contracting market.
Leadership and Values The executive team, led by President & CEO Shawn Gundrum [1], drives the organization's strategic direction through a values-based approach:
- Shawn Gundrum - President & Chief Executive Officer
- David Joslin - Executive Vice President & Chief Growth Officer
- Kim Tripoli - Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
- Michael Chapman - Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer
- Joseph Amador - Director, Human Resources
- Valerie Carter - Director, Growth Operations
- Respect - Emphasizing empathy and intentional partnership
- Engagement - Fostering business growth and relationship building
- Customer Service - Delivering superior service experiences
- Integrity - Maintaining high ethical standards
- Teamwork - Promoting collective success and diversity of thought
- Excellence - Focusing on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement
Capabilities and Contract Vehicles As an ISO 9001:2015 certified provider [3], CATHEXIS delivers technology-driven solutions across multiple domains. Their comprehensive federal contract portfolio includes:
- VA VECTOR IDIQ - Service Groups 2, 3, 5 and 6 [1]
- VA OTED Program Support IDIQ [1]
- GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Contract SINs: 541611 and 611430 [1]
- GSA Executive Coaching, Facilitating & Training Services (ECFT) BPA [1]
- Air Force Category Management Support Services BPA [1]
- Audit, Risk, and Integrity Services [1]
- Program and Project Management [1]
- Strategic Communications [1]
- Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence [1]
- Cloud Solutions and Technology Integration [1]
Recent Achievements and Growth The company has demonstrated significant momentum through recent achievements and recognition:
- 2024 HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Award [3]
- $1.8B IDIQ contract for Office of the Under Secretary of Defense [6]
- GSA OASIS+ Contract awards [5]
- Headquarters relocation to Tysons Corner [2]
- Appointment of key executives including David Joslin as EVP and Chief Growth Officer [9]
- Expansion of technology solutions portfolio [10]
The company maintains a proven delivery framework with documented performance standards and consistently excellent CPARS ratings [4], underscoring its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction through its ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system [4].