Our Story

INNOVIM at a glance
2003
Founded
20+
Years of Service
175+
Mission Professionals
WOSB
SBA Certified
Who we are
Vision, Mission & Values
Vision
Empowered people enabling smart decisions through data analytics and exploration.
Mission
Forging knowledge advancement through science, technology, and innovation.
Quality
Committed to continuous improvement of our business processes — delivering quality services with integrity and professionalism.
Our Values
  • Build lasting and mutually beneficial relationships with our customers
  • Provide professional and technical excellence in everything we do
  • Support our employees’ entrepreneurial spirit and continued learning
  • Deliver mission-critical information with transparency, accuracy, and integrity
We serve
 
Department of Defense — space superiority, cybersecurity, missile defense
 
NOAA — weather systems, climate data, satellite operations
 
NASA — Earth science data, cloud modernization, EOSDIS
Recognition
Awards & Honors
 
NASA Small Business Subcontractor of the Year
NASA recognition for outstanding subcontractor performance
 
NOAA SBO Annual Report — Outstanding Small Business
Recognized by NOAA Small Business Office for exceptional performance
 
SECAF Award of Excellence
Small & Emerging Contractors Advisory Forum — Under $50M Revenue
 
Washington Business Journal — Top Small Technology Company
Recognized among the region’s leading technology firms
 
Inc. 5000 — Fastest Growing Companies in America
Inc. 5000 Superstar Entrepreneurs award recipient
 
DiversityBusiness.com — Top 50 Women-Owned Businesses in Maryland
National Association of Professional Women (NAPW) Award recipient
The people behind the mission
Leadership Team
Samira Samadi

Co-Founder & Managing Member
Samira Samadi
MBA, Marketing — Johns Hopkins University
Twenty years of sales, marketing, and strategic outreach experience. Leads INNOVIM’s community engagement, STEM partnerships, and educational initiatives across the DC metro region.
Dr. Shahin Samadi

Co-Founder & Chief Innovation Officer
Dr. Shahin Samadi
Ph.D. Computer Science, B.S. Electrical Engineering — George Washington University
Founded INNOVIM in 2003. Former NASA Technical Director for Earth observation missions. Published researcher and Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University. Drives INNOVIM’s strategic vision and technical innovation.
Marianna Murphy

President
Marianna Murphy
30+ Years in Finance, Contracts & Federal Operations
Career began at the Defense Contract Audit Agency. Manages INNOVIM’s daily operations, leads major contract transitions, and oversees high-value contracts ranging from $3M to $150M.
Mark Rodrigues

Sr. VP, Operations & Growth — DoD
Mark Rodrigues
Decades of U.S. Air Force Program Support Experience
Deep expertise in Missile Warning, Missile Defense, and Command & Control systems. Leads INNOVIM’s defense-focused operations and growth strategies across classified DoD programs.
Work With Us
Government agencies, prime contractors, and teaming partners — let’s discuss your next mission.

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We’re always looking for mission-driven scientists, engineers, and data professionals to grow with us.

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INNOVIM Recognition & Excellence

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    Recognized by NASA for outstanding subcontractor performance, this honor reflects INNOVIM’s commitment to technical excellence, mission delivery, and trusted support to critical federal programs.

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    NASA Small Business Subcontractor of the Year
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    This recognition from NOAA highlights INNOVIM’s strong partnership, reliable performance, and meaningful contributions in support of important environmental and operational missions.

    NOAA Outstanding Small Business
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    Recognition by the Small and Emerging Contractors Advisory Forum underscores INNOVIM’s growth, leadership, and continued excellence as a high-performing government contracting organization.

    SECAF Recognition
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    This recognition reflects INNOVIM’s position as an innovative and respected technology company making a strong impact in the competitive Washington region market.

    Washington Business Journal Top Small Technology Company
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    This distinction highlights INNOVIM’s success as a women-owned business and recognizes its leadership, growth, and contribution to Maryland’s business community.

    DiversityBusiness.com Top 50 Women-Owned Businesses in Maryland
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    This honor reflects the leadership and entrepreneurial accomplishments that have helped shape INNOVIM’s growth and long-term success.

    National Association of Professional Women Recognition
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    INNOVIM was recognized repeatedly on the Inc. 5000 list from 2008 through 2016, reflecting sustained growth, strong execution, and long-term business momentum.

    Inc. 5000 Honoree
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    INNOVIM’s repeated recognition on the Washington Technology Fast 50 highlights the company’s strong growth trajectory and expanding impact in the government technology sector.

    Washington Technology Fast 50