Uncover the Hidden Truths That Transform Your Business

Solution Focused | User - Centric | Strategic- Thinking

Welcome to Maelstrom Strategies

Unraveling complexity. Delivering clarity. Driving impact.

In a world brimming with noise, data, and disorder, clarity is power.

At Maelstrom Strategies, we specialize in cutting through the chaos to uncover hidden patterns, root causes, and breakthrough opportunities. As a woman-led investigative consultancy, we fuse analytical precision with intuitive foresight to surface what others overlook — and turn insight into strategy.

With deep experience spanning business operations, product development, and forensic-level research, we don't just identify problems — we solve them. Whether you're facing inefficiencies, compliance challenges, or uncertain next steps, we deliver clear, actionable solutions tailored to your mission.

This isn’t cookie-cutter consulting.
This is deep-dive, done-with-you transformation — built on integrity, data, and vision.

Let’s uncover what’s beneath the surface — and build smarter from there.

“Plan for what is difficult while it is easy, do what is great when it is small.”

-Sun Tzu

What we deliver

  • Assessments

    Forensic & Operational Investigations

    Conduct comprehensive audits to identify compliance gaps and operational vulnerabilities

    Map root causes of inefficiencies to guide targeted interventions

    Deliver evidence-based findings that withstand regulatory and legal scrutiny

  • Team Management

    Intuitive Insight & Leadership Facilitation

    Leverage pattern recognition to uncover non-obvious challenges and opportunities

    Facilitate conflict resolution and foster stakeholder alignment

    Anchor visionary strategies that inspire sustainable growth and innovation

  • System/Operation Management

    Data-Driven Strategy & Decision Support

    Develop tailored dashboards and visualizations for actionable insight

    Produce strategic reports and executive summaries to inform leadership decisions

    Forecast trends by blending quantitative data with contextual analysis

NAICS Code & Service Alignment

Primary NAICS: 541611 — Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

Maelstrom Strategies specializes in delivering expert consulting services under NAICS 541611, focusing on:

  • to improve operational efficiency and mission alignment.

  • to identify compliance risks, process inefficiencies, and systemic vulnerabilities.

  • designed to maximize performance and resource utilization.

  • to drive consensus, alignment, and sustainable change.

Noted Ovations

  • After Employing the hassle free services provided by Malika, I was able to accurately assess my business needs. The decisions and clarity that came from Malika, allowed me to scale as well as cut expenses. If your small business is looking to get organized with your analytics, in less than a month, this may be the answer you are looking for.

    -Prolific Home Solutions LLC

  • I had the pleasure of working directly with Malika on the Kaliro startup project, where her ability to bridge communication between stakeholders and the design process was essential to our progress. As an investigative consultant with a background in software engineering, Malika brought a rare blend of technical insight and emotional intelligence. She was instrumental in defining realistic deliverables, clarifying evolving requirements, and ensuring the team had the direction needed to move forward. Her calm, thoughtful approach helped navigate complex conversations with leadership and kept everyone aligned. Malika is the kind of collaborator who elevates both the work and the people around her. I had the pleasure of working directly with Malika on the Kaliro startup project, where her ability to bridge communication between stakeholders and the design process was essential to our progress. As an investigative consultant with a background in software engineering, Malika brought a rare blend of technical insight and emotional intelligence. She was instrumental in defining realistic deliverables, clarifying evolving requirements, and ensuring the team had the direction needed to move forward. Her calm, thoughtful approach helped navigate complex conversations with leadership and kept everyone aligned. Malika is the kind of collaborator who elevates both the work and the people around her.

    - Tory Kesteven Product Designer/ UX UI

  • I’ve had the pleasure of working with Malika Johnson as she led the user experience and design efforts for our prototype at Kaliro Apps, and I can confidently say she’s been a gift to our project. Malika brings an exceptional mix of creativity, precision, and empathy into her work. She doesn’t just build wireframes, she listens deeply, asks the right questions, and makes sure that the design reflects the real needs of the user. Her ability to translate vision into an intuitive experience has been instrumental in moving Kaliro forward. Beyond her technical skill, what stands out most is her professionalism and grace. Whether we were brainstorming on strategy or in the weeds of layout changes, Malika has shown up with thoughtfulness, consistency, and a solution-oriented mindset every time. If you’re looking for someone who truly understands product experience and knows how to bring it to life with excellence, Malika is that person. Highly recommend.

    - Jeffrey Price Founder/ CEO of Kaliro Apps

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