Holly Canevari
Vice President and General Manager of Homeland Security, GDIT
Holly Canevari’s greatest achievement has been building a mission-first culture rooted in partnership and collaboration.
“It’s our ethos,” she said. “I’m proud of being part of and leading a team that supports the National Security space with a mission- and people-first approach.”
Under her leadership, GDIT has addressed challenges with resilience, deep expertise and differentiated mission technology solutions that serve real homeland security needs. The company remains aligned with the administration’s priorities by delivering real-world mission impact through advanced technologies such as AI and full-spectrum cyber, streamlining operations and reducing costs. GDIT’s deep mission expertise and long-standing agency partnerships allow federal decision-makers to focus on critical priorities without being slowed by operational bottlenecks.
“Since joining the company, Holly has already made a remarkable impact across the organization,” said Aaron Bedrowsky, GDIT senior vice president for intelligence and homeland security. “Her leadership style has empowered the team to navigate and meet every challenge with integrity and deliver results that truly advance the homeland security mission. She has quickly become an indispensable leader whose influence is felt across every initiative she touches.”
Why Watch
Going into 2026, Canevari and her team are focused on accelerating innovation by rapidly developing full-spectrum cyber, AI and mission software solutions to secure the nation’s borders. They are committed to being a trusted partner in both crises and everyday operations, dedicated to supporting those on the frontlines of national security. Pushing forward with momentum, Canevari is driving advanced technological capabilities built to serve the mission and the American public, wherever and whenever they are needed.
Fun fact: Canevari used to be a DJ host at her college radio station and continues to bring that same passion for creativity across her leadership. She also enjoys music, theatre and photography, specifically taking and processing film photography the old-fashioned way.