C5MI Appoints Mark Zabierek as VP of Strategy
The digital transformation firm brings on a former consultant to lead its internal corporate development efforts.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Business Strategy
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C5MI has announced the appointment of Mark Zabierek as its new vice president of strategy. Zabierek will work with executive leadership to oversee corporate development and lead the company's internal operating rhythm.
Why it matters
The appointment serves as a strategic move to support the next phase of the company's growth. It follows a series of recent leadership changes and office expansions intended to bolster the firm's logistical and supply chain service offerings.
Mark Zabierek brings a background spanning 11 years at Fairmont Consulting Group and 7 years at Deloitte Consulting. His professional history also includes service as an Air Force intelligence officer.
The players
Mark Zabierek
Mark Zabierek is the newly appointed vice president of strategy at C5MI who previously worked at Fairmont Consulting Group and Deloitte Consulting.
C5MI
C5MI is a technology firm that provides digital transformation services tailored for logistics and supply chain operations.
Deven Joshi
Deven Joshi was named the company's chief artificial intelligence officer in February 2026.
Garth Sanginiti
Garth Sanginiti was promoted to the position of chief growth officer in February 2026.
The details
Zabierek joins C5MI as the company continues to expand its footprint in the digital transformation and logistics space. The firm, which recently opened an office in Reston, Virginia, provides specialized services for supply chain management and logistics.
Timeline
December 2025: C5MI won a position on the Missile Defense Agency's SHIELD vehicle.
February 2026: Leadership changes occurred, including the appointment of a new chief artificial intelligence officer.
May 2026: C5MI opened a new office in Reston, Virginia.
October 13, 2026: C5MI announced the appointment of Mark Zabierek.
Market Landscape
The appointment of Zabierek aligns with the company's growth trajectory following its successful selection for the Missile Defense Agency's SHIELD vehicle contract. This move positions the firm to further scale its digital transformation capabilities against competitors in the logistics sector.
Clients of C5MI should monitor for potential changes in project management and internal service delivery as the new strategy lead takes charge of the company's operations. These shifts may eventually lead to changes in how logistics and supply chain digital services are executed for contractors.
The takeaway
Adding experienced leadership is a classic move for firms aiming to transition from niche service providers to larger government-contracting entities. Leaders and employees should keep an eye on how these executive shifts influence corporate internal rhythm and long-term project delivery.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by GovCon Wire.
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