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Ox Consults
About Ox Consults

Clarity in Strategy. Confidence in Execution.

We exist to help ambitious organizations navigate complex challenges and realize their full potential.

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Our Story

Ox Consults was founded on a simple premise: traditional consulting models were broken. They either offered high-level strategy that failed in execution, or operational implementation lacking strategic vision.

We built a firm that bridges that gap. Our team combines the rigorous analytical frameworks of top-tier strategy houses with the pragmatic, roll-up-your-sleeves execution capabilities required to actually drive change.

Today, we partner with C-suite executives, founders, and government leaders across the globe, providing the clarity and confidence they need to move their organizations forward.

What Drives Us

Our Values

Intellectual Honesty

We tell our clients what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. We follow the data, even when it challenges assumptions.

Pragmatic Impact

We don't believe in strategy for strategy's sake. Every recommendation we make is grounded in operational reality and executable action.

Enduring Partnership

We invest in long-term relationships over short-term transactions. Our success is measured solely by our clients' success.

Our People

Leadership Team

A diverse team of seasoned experts dedicated to your success.

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Sarah Chen

Managing Partner & Co-Founder

Sarah co-founded Ox Consults with a vision to bring world-class strategic advisory to ambitious organizations. With over 20 years of experience spanning McKinsey, Goldman Sachs, and two successful startups, she leads the firm's strategy and financial services practices. Sarah holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BSc in Economics from LSE.

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James Okafor

Senior Partner — Digital & Technology

James leads the digital transformation and technology practice, bringing 18 years of experience from Deloitte Digital, Google, and several high-growth technology companies. He specializes in helping traditional enterprises navigate digital disruption and build technology-enabled competitive advantages. James holds a PhD in Computer Science from Stanford and an MBA from Wharton.

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Elena Vasquez

Partner — Healthcare & Life Sciences

Elena brings 15 years of healthcare consulting experience from BCG and the WHO, with deep expertise in health system transformation, digital health, and operational excellence. She has led engagements across 20+ countries and is passionate about improving healthcare access and outcomes. Elena holds an MD from Johns Hopkins and an MPH from Columbia.

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Michael Thornton

Partner — Public Sector & Infrastructure

Michael leads our public sector and infrastructure practice with 16 years of experience from Bain, the World Bank, and senior government advisory roles. He specializes in government modernization, infrastructure development, and public-private partnerships. Michael holds a Master's in Public Policy from Oxford and a BA in Political Science from Georgetown.

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Priya Sharma

Partner — People & Organization

Priya leads the HR and organizational design practice, bringing 14 years of experience from Korn Ferry, Accenture, and leading global HR functions. She is an expert in organizational transformation, executive coaching, and talent strategy for high-growth environments. Priya holds a Master's in Organizational Psychology from Columbia and is an ICF-certified executive coach.

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David Kim

Partner — Operations & Supply Chain

David leads the operations and supply chain practice with 17 years of experience from McKinsey Operations, Amazon, and leading global manufacturing companies. He specializes in operational transformation, supply chain resilience, and Industry 4.0 implementation. David holds an MS in Industrial Engineering from MIT and an MBA from INSEAD.