Sheila Manek, Principal

As Principal of MJ Strategies, Sheila Manek brings more than 20 years of leadership and operational expertise spanning federal, state, and local government, emergency management, disaster recovery, and infrastructure engineering. Her career reflects a proven ability to lead complex programs, deliver innovative solutions, and build strategies that drive measurable results.

A recognized subject matter expert in administering U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and FEMA federal grant programs, Sheila has deep knowledge of CDBG-DR compliance, housing repair initiatives, and program design and implementation. She has successfully guided emergency response efforts, overseen program management for large-scale recovery initiatives, and delivered market strategies that strengthen organizational performance.

Beyond her technical and program expertise, Sheila is deeply committed to the clients and communities MJ Strategies serves. She believes in providing a high-touch, solutions-driven consulting experience, listening closely to client needs, anticipating challenges, and delivering tailored strategies that achieve both immediate goals and long-term impact. Her approach combines industry best practices with a personalized, collaborative style that ensures clients feel supported every step of the way.

In addition to her disaster recovery experience, Sheila has managed and engineered multi-million-dollar public works projects and capital construction programs in the energy sector. By blending technical precision with a customer-first mindset, she ensures MJ Strategies consistently delivers excellence, trust, and measurable value to its partners.