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Aminad is a boutique management consulting firm dedicated to generating realistic and implementable change. The firm works with federal agencies, with a specific focus on the Department of Defense. Aminad (pronounced ah-min-odd) is a portmanteau that that firm says “represents determination, generosity, and kindness.”
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Insiders at Aminand love their firm’s tight-knit culture, the premium it places on flexibility and remote work, and its welcoming, inclusive vibe. They feel empowered to do their best work while logging a reasonable number of hours, and if they’re ever feeling overtaxed, they say it’s easy to take advantage of the firm’s unlimited vacation policy.
Perhaps the only thing that might give a consultant pause about Aminand, its size, is changing. While the firm may still be building out some internal trainings and processes and does not offer many international opportunities due to its exclusive focus on government clients, insiders say that it’s continuously growing and winning new business. Proof? The firm has paid out full performance bonuses every year since it wa...
About the Company
Aminad is a boutique management consulting firm dedicated to generating realistic and implementable change. The firm is focused on strategy, predominately within supply chain and operations. Aminad works with federal agencies, with a specific focus on the Department of Defense. With its values-based culture and subject-matter expertise in aspects important to its federal clients, Aminad operates in a unique space within the consulting market.
Aminad (pronounced ah-min-odd) is a portmanteau that that firm says “represents determination, generosity, and kindness.” Combining the first names of founder Lido Ramadan’s parents (Amin and Nadia), it honors their dedication to hard work and caring for people, while focusing on the firm’s desire to emulate that in a business setting. Aminad’s ethos is that being generous with your ideas, you...
Employee Reviews
- “The firm provides a lot of flexibility and work-life balance. We can work mostly remotely. We also have many online and in person social events and celebrations to interact with colleagues.”
- “Our firm's culture is genuinely second to none. It is truly a people-first organization, where all feel welcome and are encouraged to exchange ideas. Also, we receive a high level of support from the executive team when it comes to project needs, as well as flexible schedules.”
- “Aminad is truly a values-oriented firm and is sincerely concerned with the health and happiness of its employees. This is represented by its attitude to work-life balance and PTO, plus its strong culture.”
- “The company is based on values first. It motivates the team to do better, to push that extra mile. I feel empowered and valued by my company, its leadership, and my fellow team members.”
Why Work Here
At Aminad, we focus on fostering a dynamic and inclusive culture that inspires our people to deliver for our clients and each other whether remote or working in-person in DC.
We host bi-yearly in-person gatherings to strengthen team connections, while monthly culture and wellness events keep our team engaged and supported and project teams are encouraged to connect outside their day-to-day with team events. Quarterly “Aminad Days” are dedicated to focused team development and collaboration.
Additionally, we provide ongoing training and opportunities to join various committees, empowering employees to influence and shape the evolving operations of our small business. This blend of virtual and in-person initiatives ensures that our culture thrives, regardless of where our team members are based.
Getting Hired Here
- “The interview process is very comprehensive and usually includes two to four conversations with peers and leadership. The ideal candidate has strong communication, analytical, problem-solving and leadership skills.”
- “Our interview and callback process are quick, with an emphasis on being responsive to candidates one way or the other. We are seeking kind, down-to-earth individuals that provide quality work while maintaining the company's core values.”
- “One thing I was impressed by was the emphasis placed on culture during the interview process. We put a lot of effort into ensuring everyone at the firm is a good fit, which helps ensure we maintain our culture of generosity, humility, kindness, intellectual curiosity, determination, and simplicity.”
- “I like that the very last interview is all based on Aminad values. It shows that while they want you to be good at your job, they also want to make sure they are finding people who are a good fit for the firm and culture as well and that their values are truly important to them.”
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