A Vow to Values, Integrity & Shaping Leaders: The Federal Roots & Private Sector Legacy of Renny DiPentima
Renato “Renny” DiPentima joined SRA International in 1995, but his federal career started long before that. He began in the Social Security Administration and credits his government experience for shaping his path. “I wouldn’t be president and CEO of a public company if I hadn’t built a career in government,” he told WashingtonExec. DiPentima, former
Chief Officer Award Finalist Jenae Shank: ‘Being an EA Requires Character, Motivation, Loyalty and Trust’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Jenae Shank, executive assistant at Diné Development Corp., and a finalist in the Executive Assistant of the Year category. In this spotlight, she reflects on key
Chief Officer Award Finalist Zak Mahshie: ‘You Must Always be Ready to Learn New Skills’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Zak Mahshie, general counsel and executive vice president of compliance at Excella, and a finalist in the General Counsel/Compliance Executive of the Year category. In this
Chief Officer Award Finalist Zach Sampson: ‘Never Stop Building Your Leadership Skills’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Zach Sampson, chief financial officer at Diné Development Corp., and a finalist in the CFO of the Year (Annual Revenue Greater than $100M and Less than
Chief Officer Award Finalist Dan Riggs: ‘Growth Rarely Happens in Your Comfort Zone’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Dan Riggs, chief growth and strategy officer at Diné Development Corp., and a finalist in the CGO or BD Executive of the Year (Annual Revenue Greater
Chief Officer Award Finalist Doug Wagoner: ‘We’re Focused on Empowering Our Customers to Move Faster’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Doug Wagoner, CEO of LMI, and a finalist in the CEO of the Year (Annual Revenue Greater than $500M) category. In this spotlight, he reflects on
Chief Officer Award Finalist Kyle Tuberson: ‘Embrace Curiosity and Never Stop Learning’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Kyle Tuberson, chief technology officer at ICF, and a finalist in the Artificial Intelligence Executive of the Year category. In this spotlight, he reflects on key
Chief Officer Award Finalist Scott Edwards: ‘Success Often Comes from a Mix of Fear, Timing and Focus’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Scott Edwards, president and CEO of Summit 7 Systems, and a finalist in the Cybersecurity Executive of the Year category. In this spotlight, he reflects on
Chief Officer Award Finalist Daniel Mitchell: ‘Aligning Yourself with Good Mentors Throughout Your Career is a Must’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Daniel Mitchell, chief financial officer at Cook Inlet Region, and a finalist in the CFO of the Year (Annual Revenue Greater than $500M) category. In this
Chief Officer Award Finalist Frank Russo: ‘Be Curious About Your People’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Frank Russo, chief growth officer at Pegasus Support Services, and a finalist in the CGO or BD Executive of the Year (Annual Revenue Less than $100M)
Chief Officer Award Finalist Julie Anna Barker: ‘The Focus is Always Our People’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Julie Anna Barker, chief human resources officer at ManTech, and a finalist in the CHRO or HR Executive of the Year category. In this spotlight, she
Chief Officer Award Finalist Mark McIntosh: ‘Stay Curious. Stay Adaptable. Keep Learning’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Mark “Mack” McIntosh, chief growth officer of Dynamo Technologies, and finalist in the CGO or BD Executive of the Year (Annual Revenue Less than $100M) category.
Chief Officer Award Finalist Alex Duan: ‘Real Leadership Means Empowering Others’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Alex Duan, CEO of Dynamo Technologies, and a finalist in the CEO of the Year (annual revenue less than $100M) category. In this spotlight, he reflects
Chief Officer Award Finalist Harish Nanda: ‘Every Day is a Learning Opportunity’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Harish Nanda, Acentra Health chief technology officer and head of products and technology, and finalist in the CTO of the Year category. In this spotlight, he
Chief Officer Award Finalist Amir Capriles: ‘Always Be Curious’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Amir Capriles, chief revenue officer at Granicus, and a finalist in the CGO or BD Executive of the Year (Annual Revenue Greater than $100M and Less
Chief Officer Award Finalist Sean Harrison: ‘Action Produces Information’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Sean Harrison, chief AI & analytics officer for Acentra Health, and finalist in the Artificial Intelligence Executive of the Year category. In this spotlight, he reflects
Chief Officer Award Finalist JD Kuhn: ‘Focus on Building Strong Working Relationships with All Functions’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is JD Kuhn, chief financial officer of Auria, and finalist in the CFO of the Year (Annual Revenue Less than $100M) category. In this spotlight, he reflects on
Chief Officer Award Finalist Sean Love: ‘At Peraton, We Are One Team with One Fight’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Sean Love, vice president of growth for Peraton’s Defense Mission and Health Solutions sector, and finalist in the Business Development Executive of the Year category. In
Chief Officer Award Finalist Geoff Howard: ‘Passion for the Mission Can Keep You Going Through it All’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Geoff Howard, vice president for health at ManTech, and finalist in the Healthcare Executive of the Year category. In this spotlight, he reflects on key achievements,
Chief Officer Award Finalist Brandy Durham: ‘Listen and Learn so You Understand Any Tech Challenges that Come Your Way’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Brandy Durham, vice president of ManTech’s data and AI practice, and a finalist in the Artificial Intelligence Executive of the Year category. In this spotlight, she
Chief Officer Award Finalist Stephanie Haynes: ‘Our Role in Marketing is to Connect those Innovations to Outcomes that Matter’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Stephanie Haynes, director of marketing at MetroStar, and a finalist in the CMO or Marketing Executive of the Year category. In this spotlight, she reflects on
Chief Officer Award Finalist Nathan Sanders: ‘Listen to Your Clients’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Nathan Sanders, director of biosecurity & emerging threats at BryceTech, and a finalist in the Healthcare Executive of the Year category. In this spotlight, he reflects
Chief Officer Award Finalist Jeff Mujsce: ‘Love What You Do and Have Fun Doing It’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Jeff Mujsce, chief growth officer at BryceTech, and a finalist in the CGO or BD Executive of the Year (Private Company with Annual Revenue Less than
Chief Officer Award Finalist Melody Pleasure: ‘I’ve Always Fought for a Career that I Believed In’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 8, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person June 4. Next is Melody Pleasure, senior director of corporate communications at Peraton, and a finalist in the Marketing Executive of the Year category. In this spotlight, she reflects on
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