About Us

About Mind Moves

Mind Moves is a Washington DC-based, certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in all phases of change management for products, processes, people and the planet. Understanding how to shift the MIND is knowing how to MOVE behavior.

We apply a structured methodology and holistic approach to change management that is backed by industry credentials and almost 2 decades of real-world experience. We offer a broad spectrum of services centered in the mobilization and alignment of people, especially in alignment with science and technology.

Mission

The mission of Mind Moves Consulting is to effectively transition organizations and people through complex change.

Vision

Our vision is a sustainable future where organizations design and develop technology with greater purpose to benefit people, profits, and the planet.

We achieve this mission and vision through:

Our passion and commitment to creating a sustainable future,
The dedicated efforts of projects and clients aligned with our core values.
A structured, holistic and human-centered approach, and
Collaboration with diverse stakeholders to design, build, and implement solutions that transform and inspire.

We are hiring!

We are seeking a highly skilled Contract Management Specialist to prepare offer packages for the General Services Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program and managing awarded contracts (to include possible contracts other than GSA Schedules) to ensure compliance with all federal regulations and requirements.

Our Values

Integrity

Integrity is the foundation of our consultancy. We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency, and professionalism. We uphold ethical practices and maintain the highest standards of integrity in our work, interactions, and decision-making processes. Trust and integrity are at the core of our client relationships, and we aim to be a trusted partner throughout the AI transformation journey.

Continuous Learning

AI is a rapidly evolving field, and we embrace a culture of continuous learning. We are dedicated to staying at the forefront of AI advancements, industry trends, and best practices. Our consultants engage in ongoing professional development, attend conferences, and participate in research activities to expand their knowledge and deliver cutting-edge solutions to our clients.

Triple Bottom Line

We recognize the importance and power of business to generate value for people, profits and the planet (3 Ps). We are committed to using AI for the greater good and driving positive societal impact. We advocate for ethical and responsible AI practices, ensuring fairness, privacy, and inclusivity in our solutions. We actively engage in initiatives that promote AI education and accessibility to create a more inclusive & equitable AI landscape.

Leadership

Nicole Sroka

Founder and CEO

Nicole Sroka leads wide-scale people adoption for responsible Artificial Intelligence and digital transformation. Nicole founded Mind Moves to solve for the human side of complex transitions in the areas of organizational development, process, technology, culture, and environmental sustainability. She advises corporations and government using innovative strategies and technical approaches.

Dr. James Shanahan

Partner and Chief Information Officer

Dr. James G. Shanahan has spent the past 30 years developing and researching cutting-edge artificial intelligent systems splitting his time between industry and academia. He oversees an AI Lab at Northeastern University, and has (co) founded several companies that leverage AI/machine learning/deep learning/computer vision.

Our Team

Adam Ahmed

Software and Data Engineer, AI Innovator

With his dedication to innovation and problem-solving, Adam is well-equipped to tackle the ever-evolving landscape of data and AI.

Rachel Coker

Data Wizard, Problem Solver, App Builder

With a passion for developing effective, individualized solutions, Rachel is a dynamic problem solver who excels in helping bring the visions of others to life.

Danielle Farrell

Organizational Development (OD) Designer

Danielle is an organizational development (OD) designer with a background in initiatives ranging the employee lifespan.

Jakob Grimmius

Data Scientist

An adept mentor, Jakob guides teams in crafting and deploying machine learning solutions that are aligned with strategic objectives, empowering business leaders to optimize resource allocation and reduce operational risks.

Lucy Jacobson

DecSecOps Engineer

Skilled Cloud Engineer and DevSecOps professional with over six years of experience in delivering secure, efficient, and customer-centered technical solutions, focused on cloud architecture, automation, and security practices, consistently meeting client needs with precision and professionalism since 2018.

Alex Marr

Software and AI Engineer

An experienced end-to-end, full stack engineer with a background in machine learning, Alex has worked in various positions sharpening and leveraging his skills in software engineering, data science, machine learning, system administration, and generative AI.

Nabiha Naqvie

Data Science Enthusiast

Nabiha combines a foundation in life sciences with advanced expertise in data science, weaving together insights from biological research with cutting-edge data-driven methodologies. Her ambition is to apply her diverse skill set to drive transformative solutions.

Sarah Noyes

Change Manager, Recruiter and Behavioral Mapper

Sarah builds better work environments for everyone including burgeoning nonprofits focused on systemic change and tech startups that benefit the common good.

Amit Patel

Strategist, Transformer, Trusted Advisor

Amit partners with clients to improve their organizational capabilities, to empower human capital and to decrease cost and catapult profitability.

Melanie Penagos

Artificial Intelligence Policy Specialist

Melanie brings ten years of experience leading projects and conducting research that examines the opportunities, risks, and policy implications of digital technologies.

Cate Urban

Story Teller, Content Curator, Graphic Designer

Cate brings nearly two decades of experience managing digital communications projects, as well as crafting speeches, blogs and newsletters.

Amy J. Wilson

Innovation Facilitator and Tech Policy Advisor

Amy guides the transformation of people and organizations to meet the realities of today.

Our Clients

Testimonials

From startups to large corporations, here is what people say about us.

“Nicole truly has a gift for leading change. I’ve personally seen her in action — developing a solid plan and employing creative tactics to help people easily adopt the change. She was polite yet persistent with the leadership team, demonstrating a keen understanding of how that team could make an impact.”

“Thank you for conducting the Change Management workshop with our Professional Services team. We all learned something new and valuable when it comes to communicating change with our customers and prospects.”

“Nicole Sroka is an extraordinary consultant and dynamic strategist. Nicole had excellent rational capacities which helped us forecast cost, make intelligent choices, and feel confident in what we could accomplish. She organized others with tremendous energy, effectiveness and good humor.”

“Augmenting strategy with experience, she outlined a clear plan for improving marketing, sales, and ongoing performance measurement. Above all, Nicole listened carefully and performed the necessary market research to ensure her proposed ideas were credible.”

“Nicole has been a significant asset in getting our communications up and running, helping us stay on top of decision-making and ramping up SME engagement.”

“Nicole skillfully cultivated authentic experiences for our community to learn, engage, and connect in a powerful way.”