POTENS
The Core Alliance
Mission-critical program management, linguistic precision, and operational excellence for U.S. government operations in the world's most demanding environments.
Who We Are
Potens, LLC is an agile small business delivering program management, facilities and logistics support, translation and interpretation, and advisory services for U.S. government and commercial clients in challenging international environments.
With proven expertise supporting Department of State and military operations in the Middle East — particularly Iraq — we provide culturally precise, efficient solutions for mission success, operational sustainment, and strategic partnerships.
Core Capabilities
Five integrated service areas delivering mission success across the world's most demanding operational environments.
Translation & Interpretation
Expert Arabic to English translation, consecutive interpretation, transcription, and cultural liaison for diplomatic and military contexts.
- Modern Standard Arabic & Iraqi dialect fluency
- Thousands of translations processed across diplomatic channels
- Linguist team leadership in embassy and military environments
- Cultural mediation for sensitive bilateral engagements
Leadership
Ghufran G. Rowe
Managing Partner & Co-Founder
15+ years of direct U.S. Government support in Iraq | Active Secret Clearance
Career History
DoS Charter Flights Unit Supervisor & SME
Alutiiq Solutions — U.S. Embassy Baghdad
2021–2024
- Managed program coordinating 73 annual charter flights across Iraq
- Coordinated multi-agency logistics with BDSC, RSU Amman, and Erbil operations
- Led fiscal data management and implemented process enhancements
- Supervised staff operations in dynamic, high-security conditions
Certifications & Compliance
Active Secret Security Clearance
Current U.S. Government security clearance maintained in good standing
Agile & Scrum Certified
Certified practitioner in Agile methodologies and Scrum framework
Pursuing PMP Certification
Project Management Professional certification in progress
Small Business (LLC)
Registered small business entity positioned for federal contracting
NAICS Codes
What Sets Us Apart
Proven in Austere Environments
Extensive operational experience across Iraq and Baghdad in high-threat, austere settings where mission failure is not an option.
Native Linguistic Precision
Native fluency in Arabic — both Modern Standard and Iraqi dialect — paired with English, ensuring nothing is lost in translation.
Methodology-Driven Execution
Agile/Scrum certified with PMP certification in progress and a BA in Business Administration underway. Disciplined, modern project delivery.
Adaptive Leadership
Detail-oriented, adaptable leadership with proven liaison capabilities and an unwavering commitment to customer-service excellence.
Get In Touch
Ghufran G. Rowe
Managing Partner & Co-Founder
Potens, LLC — The Core Alliance — stands ready to support federal agencies, primes, and partners with reliable Middle East expertise, linguistic precision, logistical excellence, and program management. We invite teaming, subcontracting, or direct opportunities.