Highlight has appointed William “Bill” Maxwell as chief financial officer.
Maxwell brings more than 25 years of experience in government contracting, with a background in IT, aerospace, defense and professional services. He helped CALIBRE grow from $68 million to $170 million, won the first international subcontract at ERP International and set up a multicompany shared services operation at Jefferson Consulting Group.
“Bill brings a wealth of expertise in the financial management of firms focused on partnering with government organizations in their digital transformation journey,” said Aarish Gokaldas, Highlight CEO. “We are excited to welcome Bill to our vibrant company as we grow and navigate the ever-changing GovCon landscape.”
Maxwell holds an MBA in finance from the University of Pittsburgh and a bachelor’s degree in economics and international studies from the University of the Pacific. He’s also a licensed CPA in Virginia.