About Toffler Associates
Meet the Minds Guiding Organizations into the Future
Our values define who we are and how we seek to create better futures for our clients and colleagues.
Our Team. Their Words.
The work we do is meaningful and strategically important to the future of our clients and their people and that in itself is very rewarding.
Brian Jackson
Business Operations Analyst
Are you ready to face future challenges? I’ve always enjoyed conversations with clients about how they can prepare for the unknown. There is no better place to do it than here at Toffler Associates!
Esteban Bermudez
Associate
I appreciate the opportunity to be part of a team that delivers significant value to our clients through collaboration with the TA team and network, and our unique ways of thinking and envisioning the future.
Amanda Michetti
Sr. Associate
If you are someone who enjoys connecting with people, thinking creatively, and challenging the status quo, then this is a great place for you. I have been able to be imaginative in my research and explore those creative ideas through conversations with my coworkers, experts in the field, and our clients. I have found that it has helped ignite long-discussed topics and problems with hope for the future and our clients!
Caby Styers
Associate
I love TA’s “One Team” culture that encourages every team member to contribute their strengths across the breadth of the firm’s portfolio.
Cherie Chauvin
Director
I am passionate about futures thinking and helping organizations become more resilient and adaptive in the face of a highly dynamic operating environment. I am excited to build on the legacy of Alvin and Heidi Toffler in making our key institutions more future-fluent.
Dmitriy Zakharov
Senior Associate
At Toffler, there is a solid commitment to investing in the professional development of its people. This focus is palpable throughout the firm, extending from the leadership’s support and guidance, the genuine camaraderie and encouragement shared among colleagues, and the regular learning opportunities offered to staff. Toffler’s culture is an environment that fosters continuous learning and growth, making it a truly exceptional place to thrive and grow as a professional and person.
Elise Johnson
Associate
I am excited by thinking about the world I want to build for my children to grow in. What kind of people will they be in seven years? What will the world be teaching them? What will I be teaching them? How can my work today impact their tomorrow?
Elise Skipper
Associate
Together, we are a powerful, creative force
Diversity fuels imagination and innovation. Both within and outside our Toffler community, we celebrate our differences and authentic selves. We learn by listening to many different perspectives. We encourage an environment that is unconditionally inclusive across race, gender, identity, religion, sexual orientation, and the many characteristics that make us all unique. At Toffler Associates, we understand the work we do for our clients, and the way we do it, also benefits society at large. We aspire to a world where everyone reaches their potential.
Toffler Advisory Board
John Avalos
Arcfield, Chief Operating Officer
John Avalos is a seasoned business executive with over 25 years of experience driving growth and innovation in government contracting. As the Chief Growth Officer of Arcfield, he leads cross-organizational business development for the systems engineering and integration firm. Previously, John held leadership roles at SOSi, Booz Allen Hamilton, and BAE Systems’ Intelligence and Security sector. A proud U.S. Army veteran, John conducted intelligence operations and supported national-level intelligence agencies during his eight-year service. Recognized as a top executive by WashingtonExec and a finalist for their Chief Officer Awards, John also serves on the International Spy Museum’s Board of Directors. His strategic focus, collaborative approach, and data-driven decision-making have made him a respected change agent in the industry.
Michele Bolos
NT Concepts, Inc., Founder
Michele Bolos, founder of NT Concepts, is a visionary leader who drives success through strategic development and diverse leadership. Her mantra of HEAT (Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, and Trust) inspires her team to deliver exceptional customer service while staying ahead of rapidly changing technology trends. With a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems from Virginia Commonwealth University, Ms. Bolos served as a system engineer and software developer before founding NT Concepts in 1998. As CEO, she led the company through industry shifts, maintaining steady growth and success. Recognized as the Executive of the Year for companies $75-300 million at the 2016 Greater Washington GovCon Awards, Ms. Bolos serves on various professional and non-profit boards. A proud tech entrepreneur and advocate for women in STEM, she supports the Children’s Science Center of Northern Virginia. Ms. Bolos resides in Oak Hill, Virginia, with her husband and two daughters.
Maury W. Bradsher
District Equity, Chairman and CEO
Maury W. Bradsher, Chairman and CEO of District Equity, is a seasoned corporate financier with over 20 years of experience in M&A, capital raising, and growth equity deals for technology companies worldwide. He has participated in various aspects of corporate finance, including due diligence, business valuation, structure, and negotiation. Prior to District Equity, Maury served as Managing Director at Ridgewood Technology Partners, where he led the company’s rebuilding and recapitalization efforts, transforming it into an award-winning government consultancy. He also founded Azimuth Business Solutions, a systems engineering and software development firm serving the USDA and DoS. Additionally, Maury is the majority owner of ASSETT Inc., specializing in corporate strategy, board operations, oversight, and contract negotiations in the cyber and intelligence sector. With his extensive experience and diverse roles, Maury has established himself as a trusted advisor to founders and executives in the technology industry.
Why Did You Join the Toffler Associates Advisory Board?
As a long-time fan of Toffler Associates, the opportunity to support the organization has always been high on my priority list. Toffler has a curiosity and an ability to look through multiple lenses to assess how the world and organizations work. I am immensely interested in their progress and being a part of what is sure to be a continued bright future.
Jenn Swindell
Trusted Solutions Group, Senior Vice President and General Manager
Jenn Swindell, a retired Senior Vice President and General Manager at Perspecta, led the $400M Trusted Solutions Group and guided corporate transformational priorities. Her recommendations resulted in the creation of the company’s first cross-functional business unit focused on security solutions for the US government. Prior to Perspecta, Jennifer spent 19 years at Booz Allen Hamilton, rising to Senior Vice President and leading various business units, including the Defense team’s Asia Pacific strategy, a $200M Navy & Marine Corps Market P&L, and a turnaround of key Civil market business lines. She was a notable DE&I and Risk Management leader, creating award-winning training programs and initiatives. Before Booz Allen, Jennifer held corporate roles transforming organizations and began her career as a Special Operations Officer in the US Navy. She earned her MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and her BA in Economics from Wesleyan University, where she was a multi-sport athlete and National Merit Scholar.
Loretta A. Penn
In Memoriam
Founder and President of PECC, LLC, an executive coaching and consulting company, President of Spherion Staffing Services, and IBM executive manager, Loretta Penn served on Toffler Associates’ Advisory Board until her death on February 27, 2024. We will miss her insight but are a better company for the wisdom she so generously shared with us.
