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Margarita Howard did not arrive at the CEO role of HX5 through a conventional business track. Her path began in the Air Force, where she gained early exposure to the clearance requirements and mission-focused culture that now define much of HX5’s government contracting work. That background shapes how Margarita Howard thinks about the eight fellows… Continue reading Inside Margarita Howard’s Vision for HX5’s Veteran Fellows

Before launching HX5 in 2004, Margarita Howard spent years working inside the government system she would later serve as a contractor. Her role on the Tricare implementation team, the Department of Defense’s health care management initiative, gave her an operational perspective few entrepreneurs in government contracting can claim. She rose from area field manager to… Continue reading From Tricare Manager to CEO: The Margarita Howard and HX5 Story

Planning a decade ahead in defense contracting demands both clarity and humility. Regulatory environments shift, technology transforms entire workflows, and the workforce demographics keep changing. Margarita Howard, the sole owner, CEO, and president of HX5, has cultivated a long-range view that distinguishes her from many of her industry peers. Her company, which marked its 20th… Continue reading HX5 CEO Margarita Howard Prepares Defense Workforce for 2035

Margarita Howard, HX5 has adopted a data-driven model to guide decision-making and improve outcomes in government contracting. By focusing on measurable performance and strategic planning, the company continues to refine its competitive approach. At the core of HX5’s strategy is the use of analytics to inform capture decisions. The company tracks metrics such as win… Continue reading Margarita Howard, HX5 A Data-Driven Model for Government Contracting Success