The MASY Group

Mr. Alex Anyse is Co-Founder and CEO of The MASY Group, LLC. A former U.S. Military Intelligence and Clandestine Service Officer with the Central Intelligence Agency, he specialized in sensitive operations in the Balkans, Middle East and South East Asia. Mr. Anyse is the recipient of various military awards that include the Bronze Star Medal for service in Afghanistan.

A subject matter expert on leadership and security issues, he manages a range of specialized projects for the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. He is a regular guest speaker addressing audiences in the U.S. and internationally including global corporate companies as well as academic institutions such as Georgetown and Columbia University.

Born in Paris, France, he earned a Global MBA from London School of Economics and Political Science, New York University Stern School of Business, and HEC Paris School of Management (TRIUM).

Mr. Anyse is a longstanding supporter of the Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP) and The Smile Train, an international charitable organization dedicated to providing 100% free cleft repair surgeries to children in need. To this aim, he has embarked on a journey to qualify for and complete the ultra-race in Greece known as the Spartathlon in September of 2017. One of the most challenging races in the world, runners have 36 hours to compete over 153 miles from Athens to Sparta. He has pledged to raise enough funds to provide a surgery for 153 children in Africa. More to follow at the One Mile One Smile Project.

Tae Kim is Co-Founder and President at The MASY Group, LLC.  A former U.S. Army Intelligence Officer, he conducted sensitive operations in Afghanistan and South East Asia. He served on Active Duty for 10 years with combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and is the recipient of numerous military awards.

Tae provides day-to-day executive management, strategic leadership, and operational support for all Counterintelligence (CI) and Human Intelligence (HUMINT) focused programs. As a senior CI/HUMINT consultant, he supports advanced professional development and training for specialized Department of Defense organizations providing subject matter expertise related to conducting HUMINT operations, surveillance and surveillance detection, and issues management.

Lastly, Tae holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Saint John’s University and a Master’s degree in International Public Policy from Johns Hopkins University, School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS).

Ms. Donya Bernstein is responsible for all aspects of accounting and the financial reporting functions of the MASY Group, LLC.  Her responsibilities also include ensuring adherence to accounting policies and procedures, monitoring internal controls, financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, and government compliance.

Ms. Bernstein has over 25 years of accounting, compliance and financial systems experience with federal government contractors.

Ms. Bernstein holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting from George Mason University, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Marymount University.

Ms. Layton has 17 years of experience in the Intelligence Community (IC) as both a federal employee and a contractor. Prior to joining MASY, she was an Imagery Analyst at the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency where she primarily worked in the African AOR and led teams of analysts reporting on humanitarian issues. Kate is a seasoned intelligence professional. Upon joining MASY she spent three years at the Defense Intelligence Agency where she developed and oversaw training courses for foreign Military Intelligence Officers.  Kate is responsible for overseeing and managing the company’s portfolio of contracts. A certified PMP, Kate excels at blending her understanding of the IC and DoD mission with her ability to foster communication and coordination across contributors, customers, and stakeholders.

Ms. Layton holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Johns Hopkins University.

“Being a part of the MASY Team allows me to continue supporting the intelligence mission while working for a company that is as committed to its employees as it is to its objectives.”

Ms. Baldy has over 10 years of institutional knowledge and HR experience, Mia handles any and all issues related to employee management. She also leads the Talent Acquisition team and assists in management of operations.

Mia is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SHRM-SCP) and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from George Mason University.

“Being a part of the MASY team means being a part of an organization that strives to achieve its best day in and day out. As it relates to HR, this means ensuring all employees have an easy way to communicate with HQ and can have confidence that any concerns will be addressed swiftly.”

Mr. Cann spent years as a top-performing sales leader at multiple companies supporting the federal marketplace, diverse requirements, and partners with extensive experiences with indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ), Government-Wide Contracts (GWAC). At The MASY Group Steve supports Federal business development strategy, process design, and capture. Steve brings over 20 years of sales and strategic experience, leveraging processes, competitive intelligence, data-centric approaches, and relationships to drive business growth and improve sales efficiency. He has worked with companies across all industries, focusing on enterprise and solution-based requirements in highly competitive markets.

Steve is a family-focused proud former Navy Submariner from Southern Illinois, an average tennis player, a lousy golfer but loves to go sailing when given a chance.

“MASY is a truly diverse group of proven mission-focused individuals that merge their unique strengths to create a partnership, and I am proud to call MASY my home.”

Susan Sohn is an accomplished professional who currently holds the position of Director of Support Operations at MASY HQ. With her exceptional leadership skills and strategic mindset, Susan oversees and manages all the daily operations within the organization, ensuring smooth functioning and optimal efficiency. Susan’s experience in in the military has contributed to her success in her current role. Prior to joining MASY, she served as a U.S. Army Military Intelligence Officer, with a combat tour in Iraq as well as several tours in the Asia-Pacific region, where she focused on strategic intelligence.

Susan earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics with a Minor in Civil Engineering at the United States Military Academy at West Point and earned a coveted spot as an East-West Fellow, allowing her to continue her Economics studies at the University of Hawaii and receive her MA in Development Economics. She continued to receive a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Washington and is a member of Beta Gamma Sigma.

Veronica Cordero is a valuable addition to The MASY Group, having joined in July 2023. Her primary responsibility is managing the company’s contracts portfolio. With over 20 years of experience in federal and commercial contracts management, financial management, project accounting, risk assessment, contracts negotiation, and business development, Ms. Cordero brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Throughout her career, Ms. Cordero has worked extensively with various U.S. federal agencies, as well as clients across Latin America and Europe. Her experience encompasses a wide range of areas, including compliance with the US Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), as well as international law.

Ms. Cordero earned her JD degree from the Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, and proficient in French, enabling her to effectively communicate and work with diverse stakeholders. As an active member of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA), Ms. Cordero stays engaged with industry trends and developments in the field of contract management.