ABOUT

SIFTHOR, LLC was founded in 2024 after recognizing the government’s need for affordable yet valuable solutions in times of lean budgets. By virtue of having faithfully served in industry and in the federal government as former Program Managers, SIFTHOR’s leadership firmly believes that consulting boutiques can still deliver balanced solutions without draining their clients’ budget or putting quality performance at risk.

At SIFTHOR we believe that in order to deliver quality services to our clients and to truly be considered experts in our craft, our staff must be certified.  For this reason, SIFTHOR places a premium on sponsoring employee development programs that promote certifications in a varitey of functional expertise - such as acquistiion, human relations, contracting, program management and financial management.  By investing in our employees' present, we not only enrich their experience with us, but we better prepare them for the future while delivering a high quality service to the clients whom we support.  

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Joseph Chaney - Founder & CEO

Joseph Chaney is the esteemed Founder and CEO of our esteemed organization. With a wealth of experience under his belt, he adeptly leads SIFTHOR with a solid educational background.

As a native of Erie, PA, Joseph embarked on his military journey in June 2003 by enlisting in the Air Force and retiring in July 2023. With 20 years of military and professional experience, he demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in diverse roles across states such as California, Florida, and Arizona, as well as internationally in locations including Belgium, Japan, and Germany. His dedication to service saw him actively contribute to numerous operations, with notable deployments taking him to countries like Qatar, Iraq,  Afghanistan, and Turkey.

He is a communications and marketing expert, entrepreneur, and professional problem-solver who helps professionals and executives stand out from their competition by teaching them how to have game-changing conversations with their clients, colleagues and in their brand messaging based on their requirements.

With 20+ years of executive-level communications experience, Joseph knows how to cut through the small talk and teach his clients what to say and how to say it to anyone.

education/Certifications:

2025 - ITIL® 4 / Foundation, IT Service Management, PeopleCert/ALEXOS

2023 - M.S. in Management and Leadership (MSML), Western Governors University

2022 - Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB), International Six Sigma Institute

2020 - Master of Business Administration (MBA) , Western Governors University

2017 - B.A. in Human Resources Management (HRM), American Military University

2016 - Professional Manager Certification (PMC), Community College of the Air Force

2014 - A.A.S. in Hospitality Management, Community College of the Air Force

2014 - A.A.S. in Criminal Justice, Community College of the Air Force

2011 - Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP), U.S. Department of Homeland Security

2011 - Basic Special Investigators Course (BSIC), U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI)

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TESTIMONIALS

  • "I finally overcame all the obstacles I kept putting in my way."

    — Brandi Ortiz

  • "Working with SIFTHOR has been truly transformative. Their guidance helped me navigate significant career changes with clarity and confidence. I've achieved milestones I never thought possible!"

    -Thomas Sturgood

  • "I can't thank SIFTHOR enough for their insightful coaching. Their expertise in personal development and strategic planning has helped me uncover my true potential and set meaningful goals."

    -Mya Hernandez

  • "What sets SIFTHOR apart is their holistic approach to coaching. They not only helped me achieve my career goals but also supported my personal growth, resulting in a more fulfilling and balanced life."

    -Tanya Smith

  • "Working with JOSEPH provided me with the accountability and motivation I needed to make meaningful changes in my life. Their encouragement and structured approach have been invaluable."

    -Travis Beasley

  • "I highly recommend SIFTHOR for their skillful guidance and genuine dedication to their clients' success. Their coaching has helped me develop crucial leadership skills and navigate complex professional challenges."

    -Dennis Boyd