Leadership

Leadership Team

Our experienced leadership team brings decades of expertise in federal contracting, operations, and business excellence.

Tamala Roddy

Tamala Roddy

Chief Executive Officer

About

Tamala Roddy is the CEO of Nascence Group LLC, a Minority Woman-Owned, 8(a), and HUBZone-certified business. With over seven years of experience in federal government contracting, she has led the company’s growth from a small startup into a multi-division enterprise providing janitorial, grounds maintenance, waste management, facility support, IT, and staffing services nationwide. Ms. Roddy is committed to building a business rooted in compliance, innovation, and opportunity creation, while driving scalable impact for both government and corporate clients.

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Executive Team

Michael Kearns

Michael Kearns

Chief Operations Officer

About

Michael Kearns serves as Chief Operations Officer, bringing extensive expertise in operational management and government contracting execution. With a strong background in scaling service delivery, he ensures Nascence Group’s contracts meet the highest standards of compliance, efficiency, and quality.

Focus

Michael oversees nationwide operations across janitorial, facilities support, and maintenance divisions. He is dedicated to aligning resources, technology, and workforce development to deliver consistent value to clients.

Philosophy

"I believe operational excellence is achieved when people, processes, and technology work in harmony—empowering teams to deliver beyond expectations."
Omar Eddouieb

Omar Eddouieb

VP of Operations & Strategy

About

Omar Eddouieb serves as the Vice President of Operations & Strategy at Nascence Group LLC, where he oversees company-wide performance, strategic growth initiatives, and the integration of technology-driven solutions across all operational divisions. With a strong background in business operations, financial management, and program execution, Omar ensures that every project aligns with Nascence Group’s standards of quality, compliance, and innovation.

Focus

Omar leads the organization’s strategic and operational framework—bridging business development, finance, and execution. He drives process optimization through data analytics, automation, and AI-assisted tools that enhance visibility, accountability, and efficiency across contracts nationwide. His collaborative leadership ensures seamless coordination between field teams, management, and federal clients, resulting in consistent, measurable outcomes.

Philosophy

"True operational excellence is achieved when strategy, technology, and people align toward a shared mission of impact and continuous improvement."
Mahdi Araari

Mahdi Araari

Senior Director of Business Development

About

Mahdi Araari serves as the Senior Director of Business Development for Nascence Group, where he drives the company’s federal and commercial growth strategy. With a strong background in capture management, proposal development, and client engagement, Mahdi plays a pivotal role in identifying opportunities that align with the company’s certifications and diverse service portfolio.

Focus

Mahdi leads the business development lifecycle from pipeline management and opportunity analysis to teaming partnerships and strategic proposal execution. He works closely with operations, pricing, and leadership teams to ensure bids are not only compliant but also competitive and value-driven.

Philosophy

"Business development is more than pursuing opportunities — it’s about building trust, forging partnerships, and creating solutions that deliver real impact for our clients and communities."
Nouhaila Katifa

Nouhaila Katifa

Director of Business Development

About

Nouhaila Katifa is the Director of Business Development at Nascence Group, where she leads strategic capture, market expansion, and partnership development initiatives. With deep expertise in federal contracting pursuits, she has been instrumental in shaping the company’s growth strategy and positioning Nascence Group as a competitive force across multiple service lines and agencies.

Focus

She oversees the full business development lifecycle — from opportunity identification and pipeline development to teaming, proposal strategy, and client engagement. Nouhaila plays a pivotal role in aligning business development goals with operational execution, ensuring the company delivers both compliant and compelling solutions.

Philosophy

"Business development is about more than securing contracts — it’s about building trusted relationships, anticipating client needs, and creating opportunities that drive sustainable growth and impact."
Taijah Smith

Taijah Smith

Regional Operations Manager

About

As Regional Operations Manager, Taijah Smith brings hands-on leadership in managing day-to-day service delivery across multiple government facilities. She specializes in workforce coordination, quality control, and ensuring projects remain on time and within scope.

Focus

Taijah works closely with field teams and clients to drive accountability, foster communication, and deliver measurable performance outcomes across her region.

Philosophy

"Strong operations are built on teamwork, clear expectations, and accountability at every level."
Kismet Bruce

Kismet Bruce

Human Resources Manager

About

Kismet Bruce serves as Human Resources Manager, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance with labor and federal contracting requirements. She ensures that Nascence Group attracts, develops, and retains top-tier talent nationwide.

Focus

She emphasizes diversity, compliance with SCA wage determinations, and creating a positive workplace culture where employees can thrive and deliver exceptional client service.

Philosophy

"Investing in people is investing in performance—our employees are the foundation of every successful contract."
Kendall Smith

Kendall Smith

Project Manager

About

Kendall Smith manages complex government service contracts with a focus on client satisfaction, performance tracking, and day-to-day oversight. With strong organizational and communication skills, Kendall ensures each project meets contractual obligations and exceeds expectations.

Focus

He bridges the gap between client needs and field execution, driving operational success through hands-on leadership and proactive problem-solving.

Philosophy

"My goal is to deliver results that clients can trust—consistent, efficient, and reliable services that reflect our company’s standards."
TaiVon Beasley

TaiVon Beasley

Operations Manager

About

As Operations Manager, TaiVon Beasley leads contract execution for facilities management, janitorial, and grounds services. With experience in performance monitoring and resource management, he ensures Nascence Group consistently meets client expectations.

Focus

TaiVon is committed to optimizing service delivery while maintaining compliance and efficiency across all projects under his oversight.

Philosophy

"Every detail matters—excellence is achieved through consistency, accountability, and a client-first approach."

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