We’re a small, family-owned aerospace welding shop, and we first reached out to Guevara Group LLC to help us pursue our goal of becoming NADCAP certified. Since then, May Guevara has helped us grow as a company on so many levels — from guiding us toward NADCAP readiness to improving our overall operations and quality management system. Thanks to her support, we now have our NADCAP pre-assessment audit scheduled, something we wouldn’t have felt ready for without her leadership. We’ve also completed our AS9100 surveillance audit with May’s guidance. She led the process with confidence, intelligence, and clear communication, ensuring that our team stayed informed, prepared, and focused every step of the way. We’re truly grateful for her expertise and the positive impact she’s had on our company’s growth and professionalism.

May is one of the rarest and most insightful compliance experts and strategists I’ve ever worked with. Her deep understanding of root cause and corrective action analysis not only helped us permanently resolve a recurring major nonconformance but also led to a double-digit increase in production yield and throughput, turning an unhappy customer into a satisfied one. We are grateful to have found her through Guevara Group — she brings a rare combination of technical precision and leadership clarity. She guided our team through one of the toughest and most persistent nonconformances with calmness, confidence, and structure. Even in a short time, her involvement has transformed not only our processes but our entire quality culture. Thank you May, and we look forward to many more successful collaborations with you and Guevara Group.

I have had the privilege of working with May Guevara in the past as well as in the present, and I am consistently impressed by her depth of expertise, her integrity, and her visionary leadership. From our very first interaction, it was clear that she is not just a consultant—but a partner committed to excellence. Her rare dual specialization in quality (AS9100 / IA9100) and cybersecurity (CMMC) gives clients a uniquely holistic perspective—ensuring that both operational rigor and security resilience are built in from the ground up. What sets May apart isn’t just her technical acumen; it’s her character, which is why I am so honored to be a part of her new journey. She operates with authentic integrity—you always know where you stand, and you can trust that she delivers on her promises. She leads with purpose and empathy, emphasizing impact, legacy, and giving back alongside business success. Her ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable strategies is exceptional. She is a consummate communicator—responsive, clear, patient, and persuasive. Under May’s guidance, Guevara Group LLC has positioned itself as a rare, high-value partner for compliance in mission-critical industries. As a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with minority-owned and economically disadvantaged status, her firm invests not only in performance but in purpose. I wholeheartedly recommend May Guevara to any organization seeking to elevate its compliance posture, streamline certification transitions, or develop sustainable systems of excellence. Her leadership is transformative; her results speak for themselves.

I had the privilege of working alongside May Guevara on two high-profile space programs for top-tier clients in the aerospace industry. These projects were among the most critical and visible initiatives our company was supporting at the time. May’s role in guiding compliance and mission assurance was instrumental to our success. Thanks to our collaborative efforts—and with May’s deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and mission-critical requirements—we were able to deliver both programs six months ahead of schedule, with a flawless 100% on-time delivery rate. Her strategic foresight and unwavering commitment to excellence helped us consistently exceed customer expectations. May brings a unique blend of technical depth, regulatory expertise, and leadership presence that elevates any project she touches. Her attention to detail, particularly around compliance in the space domain, and her ability to communicate complex issues with clarity made a significant impact during our internal reviews and PMRs. I often gave her kudos during those meetings—and this recommendation is an extension of that well-earned praise. May is an exceptional partner, and I would welcome the opportunity to work with her again on any mission-critical project.

I’m excited to see May begin a new journey leading her own business. She will continue to bring valuable contributions to the industry. I’ve seen firsthand May’s passion for achieving compliance standards, genuine care for outcomes, and an admirable grind to get it done. She does the right things in the right way centered on respect for people. May will elevate anyone’s game … go get it!

May is a dynamic leader, a result-oriented professional with an astounding balance of work and family life for self and others around her. Her expertise in quality standards for the aerospace and space domains has always left a lasting impression on the customers we dealt with. I have worked hand-in-hand with May on challenging and critical avionics projects like the SSC’s Dream Chaser actuator controls, L3’s SDA solar array and Blue Origin’s New Shepard to name a few. May’s leadership role in handling operations in addition to quality and including software DO-178 DAL A were admired by the sponsors. We hit every milestone, and delivered quality products tested to the most severe standards for servo control solutions. I wish you May all the best in your pursuits and am very confident in your success.

May is one of the reasons I was able to succeed in my career. I started as a stockroom associate, but because of her willingness to teach and reach out to people she believed in, I was able to progress in my career as a Quality Engineer to levels I never thought possible. May is a fantastic manager, and I hope that others get to enjoy such a hardworking woman who can handle anything thrown at her. May is like no one I have ever met, and I am grateful for the years that we spent together at ESI Motion. I would work for her again in a heartbeat. She's trustworthy, lives by integrity, and is bound for success.

I had the privilege of working with May during a critical period where several key programs were at risk of significant delays. As the Program Manager, I was facing immense pressure, and May's intervention was crucial in our turnaround. She has a unique talent for cutting through complexity and implementing practical solutions that work. Under her guidance, we not only met our deadlines but built a more resilient framework for future programs. This partnership was the catalyst that moved our struggling programs from red to green. May is a collaborative, results-driven leader who earns the trust of her teams instantly. May is a strategic asset to any leadership team, and I hope our paths cross again in the future.

Having spent many decades in the quality assurance and compliance industry, I have had the opportunity to meet several others with knowledge and experience in the ISO-AS-NADCAP compliance arena. Many of them were pretty well versed, typically in one of the standards or another, very few with knowledge and experience in all of them. There is one individual who stands out from the rest. She has a fantastic grasp of the standards and how to properly comply with them. It is typical for companies to have findings in any of the disciplines, especially so in AS9100 and NADCAP. May Guevara is one of the few who have passed AS9100 and NADCAP with zero findings. Zero findings is essentially unheard of in the compliance area, yet she has done it multiple times. On top of it all, is her comprehension and abilities in the Space realm. Her understanding of standards includes the IPC standards with Space Addendums, as well as the NASA specs, including, but not limited to the NASA-HDBK-8709 series for Safety and Mission Assurance and the NASA-STD-8739 series from Workmanship Standards through Metrology and Calibration, to Software Assurance. Further still, is her knowledge and experience with DO-178 compliance and assurance, which resulted in the successful passage of DAL A and DAL B audits with the FAA for some very high profile customers and including a few Prime Contractors for NASA. If you seek consultation or assistance in the compliance and standards world, I strongly recommend contacting the Guevara Group. You owe it to yourself, your company and your customers to have the best possible chance at successfully passing audits with the fewest possible findings. Contact the Guevara Group and put your concerns behind you.

With many years of leadership experience in the field of aerospace requirements compliance, May Guevara is committed to excellence with integrity. Her career is marked by a steadfast dedication to understanding client needs and crafting solutions that meet or exceed project audit impositions. May's meticulous approach ensures that every project is executed with precision, making her an invaluable asset to her organization. May's unwavering integrity fosters trust and transparency in all interactions. She effectively collaborates with stakeholders to develop innovative solutions.

I am pleased to recommend May, a diligent, dedicated, and hardworking individual who consistently goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional results. May approaches every task with a strong sense of purpose and commitment, demonstrating a remarkable ability to get things done efficiently and effectively. Her leadership is evident not only in her ability to take initiative, but also in the way she inspires and motivates those around her. May leads by example—setting high standards, holding herself accountable, and always supporting her team to achieve shared goals. She handles challenges with grace and a problem-solving mindset, earning the respect and trust of colleagues and supervisors alike. May’s professionalism, strong work ethic, and natural leadership make her an asset in any environment. I am confident she will continue to excel and make meaningful contributions wherever she goes.

I had the privilege of working with May Guevara, who is an outstanding leader and recognized expert in aerospace quality compliance. Her depth of knowledge in regulatory standards and compliance frameworks is matched by a passion for driving excellence across all aspects of engineering and operations. May consistently ensured that programs not only met but always exceeded industry requirements, while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Her professionalism, technical expertise, and leadership make her a highly valuable asset to any aerospace organization.

I had the privilege of working under May’s leadership during my time as a Test Engineer/Electrical at ESI Motion. As the Director of Quality, May set the standard for excellence. She combines deep technical knowledge with unwavering ethics and a genuine passion for her work, creating an environment where engineers can do their best work. Her clear vision and hands-on support helped our team successfully deliver complex, high-stakes projects in the aerospace and defense sector while maintaining the highest levels of compliance and mission assurance. Under her guidance, I was able to grow my own skills in quality compliance and standards—skills that continue to serve me well today. Any organization would be fortunate to have a leader like May. Her integrity, expertise, and commitment to excellence elevate everyone around her.

Ms. Guevara and I had the pleasure of working side by side for different prime DOD contracting programs. She is an expert in her field with deep knowledge of AS9100/IA9100, CMI, and FAR/DFARS compliance. She has extensive experience preparing organizations for audits, working seamlessly with auditors, and ensuring conformance to rigorous standards. Known for her forward-thinking strategies, she excels at resolving complex challenges and applying strong analytical problem-solving skills. Her expertise and professionalism make her a trusted and reliable resource in any high-stakes environment. Her strong sense of leadership and exceptional skill set are truly a class act, making her a trusted and reliable resource in any high-stakes environment.

To whom it may concern: I have worked under May's leadership for 7 years, and I have been proud to do so. May has a passion for quality administration and mission assurance that is unmatched to any other quality manager that have collaborated with throughout my professional career. AS9100D audits have been successful for every year that she served as our Quality Leader. Her communication skills are exemplary. Whenever May conducted a training for all employees on any company standard operating procedures or work instructions, the visual and vocal presentation material was always interesting, thorough, and concise and always included excellent examples. Her dedication and focus, on excellence in the workplace, has been greatly appreciated!

I’m proud to recommend May Guevara as she begins her new chapter as founder & CEO of Guevara Group. Having worked with May in government aerospace, I saw firsthand her ability to turn regulatory and compliance challenges into opportunities for growth and trust. She has a gift for balancing technical rigor with collaborative leadership, and she consistently created an environment where high standards were not just met but exceeded. May brings more than 20 years of experience across aerospace, space, and defense sectors, where mission assurance and compliance are non-negotiable. With her technical depth, certifications, and global perspective, she is uniquely equipped to help organizations achieve resilience, excellence, and measurable impact. I wish her all the best in this exciting new endeavor. Any client or partner will be fortunate to benefit from her vision, leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence!

I wholeheartedly recommend May Guevara for her outstanding expertise and unwavering commitment to aerospace quality standards. Throughout our collaboration, May consistently showcased her ability to achieve exceptional audit outcomes, skillfully guiding her team to surpass their objectives while delivering impeccable results under demanding deadlines. Her collaborative approach, paired with her deep knowledge of aerospace standards, cultivated a positive, high-performing work environment. May is a dependable, proactive professional whose contributions would elevate any team fortunate to have her.

May transformed the way we manage quality. She automated our entire QMS metrics system. Turning what used to be a manual, time-intensive process into an intelligent, real-time dashboard for our executive leadership team/organization. The automation reduced our manual tracking time by over 70%, and for the first time, we’re able to see organizational health and performance metrics instantly, rather than react after the fact. May’s strategic and proactive approach to compliance has helped us shift from reactive problem-solving to proactive performance management. Truly a game-changer for our operations. We’re deeply grateful for her expertise and leadership through this transformation. Our team loves you and I personally appreciate you May, it's rare to meet someone who leads with both intellect and compassion. Cheers to continued success and our bright future!

May is one of those rare finds who is both a consummate professional and a genuinely caring person. She’s whip-smart, holds a wealth of knowledge, is a competent leader with savvy people skills: AND she is a pleasure to work with because she has not lost her humor or humility. There’s that saying: attitude is everything, and May’s can-do attitude is infectious. She brought her passion, concern and confidence regarding our success the very first time we spoke. She has the ability to quickly see the big picture, scope out the relevant details, and chart a course to completion…all the while respecting individual needs and boosting the team’s morale. I could not more highly recommend the Guevara Group!

I had the pleasure of working with May for over five years, and she remains one of the most driven, detail-oriented, and results-focused professionals I’ve ever collaborated with. Her ability to combine deep technical expertise with genuine teamwork and leadership is unmatched. Whether she was guiding cross-functional teams through complex projects or preparing for AS9100 audits, May’s precision, organization, and commitment to excellence set the standard. Under her leadership and preparation, every audit was passed with flying colors, a direct reflection of her methodical planning, proactive communication, and mastery of compliance. Beyond her technical brilliance, May is a true leader who brings people together to achieve exceptional results. She knows how to unite teams, build trust, and inspire collaboration across all levels of an organization. Her leadership style empowers others to perform at their best, and her ability to navigate complex regulatory environments with confidence makes her an invaluable asset to any organization. It’s no surprise that she took her passion and expertise to the next level by founding Guevara Group LLC, a firm that truly reflects who she is as a professional and as a person. Guevara Group delivers world-class consulting and training across AS9100/IA9100, CMMC, NADCAP, FAR/DFARS, and leadership development. What sets May apart is her unique approach: she transforms compliance and technical challenges into competitive strengths while making a real human and social impact. Her company’s mission to use business as a force for good embodies her values of integrity, excellence, and purpose. If your organization needs guidance in quality, compliance, or leadership transformation, May and Guevara Group LLC are who you want on your side. She doesn’t just meet standards she raises them. I would trust her in any audit, project, or strategic initiative, knowing she will deliver beyond expectations every single time. Congratulations, May, on building something extraordinary. Your leadership, vision, and purpose continue to inspire everyone who’s had the privilege to work alongside you. The best is yet to come.

I had the privilege of working under May’s leadership, and I can confidently say she is one of the most impactful managers I’ve ever had. May has a rare ability to balance strategic vision with genuine care for her team. She consistently provided clear direction, encouraged professional growth, and created an environment where collaboration and innovation thrived. What impressed me most was her ability to lead with both empathy and results. May not only guided us through challenging projects with calm confidence but also made sure each team member felt valued and supported. Her mentorship helped me develop skills that continue to benefit me in my career. Any organization would be fortunate to have May at the helm—she inspires excellence, cultivates strong relationships, and drives meaningful outcomes. I’m truly grateful for the time I spent working with her and highly recommend her as a leader and mentor.