As a leader, Jim Enicks relies on his spider senses to be multiple steps ahead in any situation. Being able to quickly see the different options and paths to follow and then moving and deciding in a direction, decisively and with confidence, will ensure a positive outcome for the organization, he said. This only comes with a solid vision and set strategies to reach the successful purpose, goal and end state originally decided upon.
Upon joining Makwa Global LLC, in 2022, Enicks embarked on a mission to spearhead the establishment of the companys IT/cyber capability from the ground up, achieving an impressive feat of securing three significant wins within a span of just 12 months, positioning the firm as a reliable player in the USSOCOM and U.S. Army market space.
The Makwa Global LLC, portfolio offers diverse capabilities and experience in IT, cybersecurity support, logistics, program evaluation and training support solutions to government entities. The firms mission is to deliver services and solutions with a strategic approach and superior dedication to its customers while improving the quality of life in the communities served.
Before his tenure at Makwa Global LLC, Enicks served as the chief executive officer of Corvus Consulting, where he was entrusted with the goal of achieving a 15% annual growth, surpassing this goal with a growth rate of 23.7% amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. This feat resulted in the addition of 26 new employees and an increase in annual revenue from $10.8 million to $13.3 million in just one year.
Enicks career also includes pivotal roles at CSRA, SAIC and Akima LLC, as well as a 26-year career in the U.S. Army.
In essence, Jims entrepreneurial journey serves as a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence, innovative thinking and transformative leadership, said his colleagues. Whether pioneering the establishment of new capabilities or steering established companies toward unprecedented growth, Jims determined spirit and visionary approach continue to leave a permanent mark on the entrepreneurial landscape.
Enicks has seized opportunities to share his knowledge with speaking engagements at the Department of Defense Organizational Conferences and for veterans groups.
As a leader, Enicks said that trust is paramount when faced with risks. A leader must trust the team in that they have the knowledge, capability, and experience to act, decide, and deliver, he said. I have done this many times in my career, in the military and industry, as a senior leader.
