About Michael Valdez Sanders
Serial GovTech entrepreneur, Founder and CEO of Interactive Government Holdings Inc., Proud Veteran, Transformational Leader, GovTech Enthusiast.
Michael Valdez Sanders is a military-rooted leader who builds capabilities from the ground up, advising and serving federal agencies with tech, data analysis, and agile change management. Across nearly two decades, he has positioned IGH as a trusted SDVOSB partner operating nationwide, including U.S. territories.
Shaping GovTech from the Ground Up
Michael Valdez Sanders has transformed federal and civilian agency service delivery by integrating technology, data analytics, and proactive change management. He founded Interactive Government Holdings Inc. in 2006 on the principle of “Transforming Business, Transforming Lives.” Under his leadership, IGH has become a customer-focused provider, recognized for agility, execution, and innovation.
Veteran Values and Strategic Leadership
A retired Marine Corps rifleman, turned regional sales leader, and eventually GovTech founder — Michael Valdez Sanders injects discipline, resilience, and mission focus into his work. An alumnus of Harvard Business School’s Owners Presidents Managers program, he leads with purpose, guiding federal agencies toward impactful and sustainable solutions.
From Marine to GovTech Visionary
Michael Valdez Sanders served as a Marine Rifleman from April 1995 to April 1999, bringing “Once a Marine, Always a Marine” into every mission. After helping drive growth at Max Muscle Sports Nutrition, he founded Interactive Government Holdings Inc. in 2006, applying his leadership ethic and operational rigor to government service. His unique journey shapes how IGH supports agencies nationwide — through strategy, integrity, and innovation.