Chugach Government Solutions adds Eric Bowen, Jon Walman to Executive Team
Chugach Government Solutions has appointed Eric Bowen as business development executive and Jon Walman as business development executive. Bowen will be focused on expanding the company’s support to the U.S. Army, and Walman on advancing its strategic growth and mission-ready solutions across U.S. Navy and Marine Corps markets. Bowen, an experienced Army acquisition and C5ISR
Top BD & GM Execs to Watch in 2026: Chugach Government Solutions’ Tom Fortunato
Tom Fortunato Vice President of Strategy and Growth, Chugach Government Solutions Tom Fortunato’s biggest recent achievement has been architecting and operationalizing a focused 2026 growth strategy across CGS’ lines of business — one that has already propelled the company past its 2025 sales results midway through 2026. This disciplined strategy has CGS on pace to
Chugach Creates Corporate Development Role, Taps Laura Nelson to Drive M&A
Chugach Government Solutions has hired Laura Nelson as senior vice president of corporate development to lead the company’s efforts to grow its capabilities and deliver greater value to customers. “Our government division continues to be a cornerstone of Chugach’s long-term success, and Laura Nelson’s arrival brings renewed strategic focus,” said Peter Andersen, Chugach Alaska Corporation
Chugach Government Solutions Appoints DiRee McGuire as Head of Training and Education Division
Chugach Government Solutions has named DiRee McGuire head of its Training and Education division to lead efforts to expand training, education and simulation services for defense customers while continuing support for the Job Corps program. “We are thrilled to welcome DiRee McGuire to Chugach. McGuire’s depth of experience and visionary leadership will not only strengthen our
Beyond AI: Why Data Protection and Post-Quantum Readiness Will Define the Next Era of Federal Modernization
Shanna Staten is a business development executive for the Air Force Account at Chugach Government Solutions, LLC. Federal agencies are investing heavily in artificial intelligence, and rightfully so. AI is helping improve decision-making, accelerate analysis, automate processes, and create new mission capabilities across government. But as organizations focus on the opportunities AI presents, another modernization
From the Front Lines to the C-Suite, Tom Fortunato Builds Organizations That Win
Tom Fortunato’s career is defined by forward momentum — an enduring drive to serve, to solve complex problems, and to build organizations capable of doing more than they ever believed possible. That momentum began in the U.S. Army, where a decade in logistics and operations shaped a leadership style rooted in decisiveness, discipline, and responsibility
Chugach Government Solutions Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification
Chugach Government Solutions has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 2 following an assessment by a Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization. “We take seriously the trust our government partners place in us,” said Laine Klein, CGS president. “This certification is an accomplishment and a promise that we will continue to innovate, invest, and lead with integrity
Top Industry Execs to Watch in 2026: Chugach Government Solutions’ Laine Klein
Laine Klein President, Chugach Government Solutions, LLC Laine Klein’s biggest achievement will be establishing strong alignment, clarity and execution as president of Chugach Government Solutions while positioning the company for its next phase of growth. Since joining the CGS team, Klein is focused on listening to employees and customers, strengthening leadership cadence, and implementing data-driven
For Laine Klein, Mission Comes First — and Growth Follows
Laine Klein has spent over two decades supporting some of the federal government’s most complex defense and intelligence missions, building a career rooted in service, leadership and execution. As president of Chugach Government Solutions, Klein leads a global workforce of more than 4,000 employees delivering facilities, IT and infrastructure support across Defense Department and civilian
Laine Klein Named Chugach Government Solutions President
Chugach Government Solutions, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chugach Alaska Corp., has named Laine Klein as president, effective Aug. 4. “I am honored to join Chugach Government Solutions and be part of an organization known for its integrity, customer-focused mission, and shareholder impact,” she said. “I look forward to working hand-in-hand with our 4,000
Chugach Government Solutions Names New HR, Finance Leaders
Chugach Government Solutions, LLC has added two executives to its leadership team: Ken Ackerman as vice president of human resources and Isaac Fawehinmi as vice president and controller. “Ken and Isaac bring a strong combination of strategic insight, technical expertise, and leadership that aligns well with our commitment to high performance, innovation, and reliability,” said
Tracy Riley is Building a Contracts Team at Chugach and Drive Growth with ‘Profits With a Purpose’
Tracy Riley spent her entire career in government contracting. Today, she serves as vice president of contracts for Chugach Government Solutions, LLC, building a renewed contracts team and contract lifecycle management system to support the company’s needs. “I always wanted to do contracts,” she told WashingtonExec. After college, she pivoted from law school plans to
Chugach Government Solutions Taps Virginia Robinson as SVP, Chief Legal Officer
Chugach Government Solutions, LLC has appointed Virginia Robinson as senior vice president and chief legal officer. Robinson will oversee all legal, compliance and governance matters, and provide strategic counsel. “We are thrilled to welcome Virginia to Chugach Government Solutions,” said CGS President Dirk van der Vaart. “Her vast legal expertise, leadership, and strategic vision make
Chugach Government Solutions Taps Christopher Buffon as SVP, CFO
Chugach Government Solutions has appointed Christopher Buffoni as senior vice president and chief financial officer to oversee financial operations, support strategic growth and drive performance. “Chris is a transformative financial leader with a proven track record in innovation, adaptability, and resourcefulness driving business growth and operational excellence,” said CGS President Dirk van der Vaart. Buffoni
Chugach Government Solutions Adds Subsidiary Leader Robert Cursio
Chugach Government Solutions, LLC has appointed Robert Cursio as the new president for its subsidiaries, Wolf Creek Federal Services, Inc., and Chugach Federal Services, Inc. A U.S. Army veteran, Cursio has over 17 years of executive leadership in the private sector. His previous roles include CEO of Logstrateco, LLC, senior director of logistics and data
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