APPROACH
Shadow Strategies is built on
3 core principles
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Approach complexity with creativity
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Focus on impact and quality
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Embrace uncertainty while seeking clarity
These principles enable us to tackle the most intricate challenges and deliver tangible results, empowering our partners and clients to make critical decisions. Shadow goes beyond surface details by analyzing trends and subtle signals to craft innovative solutions with maximum impact. We do this together, for everyone.
EXPERTISE
Business Strategy Consulting
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Data Analysis
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Enterprise Software and Services
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Future Planning
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Knowledge Management
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Process/Product/Business Simplification
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User-Centric Artificial Intelligence
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Visionary Transformation and Evolution
Key Domain Expertise
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Cybersecurity
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Data Science
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Intelligence Analysis
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Software Engineering
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Systems Engineering
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User Experience
naics 541512: Computer Systems Design Services
Shadow designs and integrates complex systems from the ground up—starting with deep mission and user research, moving through architecture and engineering, and ending with solutions that perform under real-world conditions. Every system is built for clarity, security, and seamless user adoption.
naics 541430: graphic design services
We use visual design as a mission tool—transforming complex data, workflows, and systems into interfaces and visuals that make sense at a glance. Our UX and design work ensures operators can navigate, interpret, and act with confidence.
naics 541512-24: Consultants Usability
Usability is built into every stage of our process. Shadow conducts user testing, accessibility evaluation, and interface optimization to ensure systems perform for the people who rely on them—under the time pressures, constraints, and conditions of actual missions.
naics 54142: Industrial Design Services
Where digital systems meet the physical world, Shadow designs the interaction. We apply industrial design principles to control panels, hardware interfaces, and wearable technology, ensuring the form, function, and ergonomics align with operational realities. By integrating hardware and software design, we create physical touchpoints that feel intuitive and perform flawlessly in the field.
naics 541511: Custom Computer Programming Services
When standard solutions won’t meet the mission, Shadow develops secure, purpose-built software. We create custom applications that integrate seamlessly with existing systems, match operational workflows, and adapt to evolving requirements.
LEADERSHIP
Michael, AC, and Rob—Shadow’s founders—are a collective force, defined by decades of experience advancing critical missions. Their combined expertise creates a foundation where innovation takes shape, and experience drives action.

MICHAEL RITTER
FOUNDER + PRESIDENT

AC HAWES
FOUNDER + VP STRATEGY

ROB MORAN
FOUNDER + VP INNOVATION
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Shadow Strategies, LLC
565 River Road
Sykesville, Maryland 21784
United States