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About

Our mission is to transform the culture of how government and industry work together by enabling a candid partnership that accelerates modernization, fosters collaborative innovation, and achieves tangible results ahead of schedule and under budget.

Oxbow’s CORE Client Service and Delivery Ethos:

C-ooperation

Together, we stand united against challenges; our collaboration transforms obstacles into opportunities for progress and innovation, embodying the spirit of teamwork where it's always us versus the problem.

O-wnership

Embrace complete ownership in all we do; our attitude, language, and conduct reflect our commitment to integrity, shaping our reality and setting the standard for excellence—always choose to do the right thing.

R-espect

In our commitment to excellence, we uphold unwavering respect for clients and partners alike, fostering a professional ethos that values dignity and courtesy, ensuring a positive and respectful business culture.

E-mpathy

Grounded in empathy, we consistently honor the principle of positive regard, trusting in the good intentions and sound decisions of others to cultivate a collaborative and understanding business environment.

Our Corporate Culture

Set the vison

We set the vision. Where there is vision, people will succeed.‍

Build the core

We build a core leadership team by creating a diverse cadre of disruptive thinkers with the maturity and insight to listen and encourage one another.

Empower

We recognize and empower team members who model the right values and behaviors that align with Oxbow’s vision.

Educate and train

We provide training and opportunities that create portable skills to make employees better tomorrow than they are today.

Innovate

We believe in our team and encourage failure on the path to innovation.

Value the team

We encourage entrepreneurial thinking and trust employees to make decisions, creating an environment where employees feel their work is valued.

Meet the core team

Andrew Shinskie

CEO, Founder

Andrew believes in servant leadership and recognizes the imperative to transform government processes with innovative, technology-driven strategies that enhance public sector efficiency and transparency. His dedication to harnessing cutting-edge technologies has revolutionized traditional consulting approaches, establishing new standards in effectiveness and responsiveness for government operations. Andrew advocates for the integration of advanced data tools and analytics, a practice central to equipping government employees with the skills and knowledge necessary to meet the ever-evolving demands of public service. Holding a Master of Science in Government Information Leadership certificate with a focus on CFO programs from the National Defense University, complemented by a Computer Science degree from the U.S. Naval Academy, Andrew blends deep technical knowledge with strategic leadership. His extensive experience, spanning over 25 years in supply, logistics, financial management, and business development within the federal sector, includes roles such as a Marine Corps supply and fiscal officer, infantry regiment assistant logistics officer, deputy logistics officer, reserve mobilization policy officer, budget analyst, logistics capabilities officer, and deputy branch head. Andrew oversaw the USMC's largest appropriation as the Branch Head of the Marine Corps' military personnel appropriations budget and execution branch before transitioning into government consulting. Since becoming a government consultant, Andrew has performed in various technical and leadership roles, including Subject Matter Expert, Program Manager, Director of Operations, and Vice President of Business Development and Growth at Aeyon. Andrew founded Oxbow, driven by his conviction in the transformative potential of a genuine partnership between government and industry. Andrew's vision is to unite top-tier industry professionals with government teams to collaboratively address challenges and foster progressive change.

Bob Shinskie

President Emeritus

Bob has led a remarkable 40-year career, traversing diverse fields such as the Military, the Department of Defense, Public Education, and Local & State Educational Agencies. His dedication is particularly evident in State, Federal, and Department of Defense projects, where he's made significant strides in data analytics, innovation, change management, instructional systems, and developing web-based applications for efficient content dissemination. A retired Naval Aviator and P-3 Orion Systems/Electronics Engineer, Bob's academic pursuits at the U.S. Naval Academy and a master’s degree in industrial engineering have paved the way for his varied leadership roles, contributing to substantial improvements in organizational processes. In education, Bob's influence extended across various roles in Pennsylvania's public schools. He imparted knowledge as a physics/science teacher, shaped young lives as a head football coach, guided schools as a principal, and strategically led as a central office administrator and superintendent. His expertise further expanded as the Director for Educational Research and Analysis for an Educational Service Center affiliated with the Pennsylvania Department of Education. In addition, he served as an adjunct professor of statistics and physics for Pennsylvania State University. Transitioning into management consulting, Bob assumed key positions at Performance Learning Systems, Inc., including Senior Vice President and Executive Vice President. He was critical in founding PLS Gov, a federal government solutions business unit. As Oxbow's President Emeritus, Bob's extensive experience is invaluable. He has skillfully steered the firm's strategic direction and operations, excelling in project management, building robust relationships with government clients, fostering business growth, and ensuring strict compliance with regulatory standards.