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About Us

Big firm firepower. Boutique focus. Human-first values.

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The Story

The name “Phase 4” isn’t just a label — it’s a belief. That the most meaningful work happens in the final stretch: the messy middle of transformation, where results start to matter, and where most strategies fall apart.

That’s where we thrive.

Founded in 2016, Phase 4 Digital was built to help organizations — both public and private — move past PowerPoint and into performance. We’ve led transformations inside Fortune 100s, helped government agencies shape national policy, and built systems that make customer experience real, measurable, and respected.

And we move fast. Whether embedding consultants or executing strategy, our focus is on delivering visible results — not just busywork — in weeks, not quarters.

We’re strategists, data architects, technologists, marketers, and researchers. But more than anything, we’re translators. We speak business, we speak tech, and we bring those worlds together to create momentum that actually sticks.

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What We Stand For

  • Clarity over complexity.

    If it’s not actionable, it’s not helpful.

  • Truth over trends.

    We don’t chase hype. We deliver what works.

  • People over process.

    Technology means nothing if people don’t trust it — or use it.

  • Outcomes over optics.

    Dashboards are nice. Results are better..

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Meet Our Team

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Vlad Castillo Sr

🧠 Vladimir Castillo

CEO & Founder

Digital transformation expert with deep roots in pharma, marketing, and growth strategy. Former Bristol Myers exec turned entrepreneur and innovation leader.

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📊 Brian Cirksey

Advanced Analytics & Public Sector Strategy

25+ years in federal research, market intelligence, and large-scale government initiatives — from HUD to DOT.

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🧱 Steve Krawczyk

Co-Founder

Entrepreneur and innovation leader, he brings over 40 years of experience spanning international business, brand innovation, and digital-first growth strategies.

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Want to know if we’re the right partner for your next bold move?

Let’s talk it through. No hard pitch — just smart people, honest advice, and clarity on what’s possible.

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