NEW SERIES: WashingtonExec Whispers: USMC Major General Vincent Stewart to Head DIA?
Earlier this summer we launched the WashExec RollCall, a weekly column summarizing the running map of who’s where and who’s in/who’s out in the Washington, D.C. federal contracting industry. A new paradigm of doing business is upon the federal contracting world, with all the shakeups at the top levels of government and industry, who can keep
George Wilson Named CEO of ECS Federal
ECS Federal, Inc., a professional services firm with clients in the federal defense and civilian agencies, has named George Wilson Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Wilson has served as President of the organization since January 2012. Roy Kapani, ECS founder, owner and former CEO, will maintain his role as Chairman of the Board. “Since arriving, George
2014 Market Outlook: Brian Neely, CIO and CTO of AMERICAN SYSTEMS, Anticipates Increase in IT Spending, Innovative Solutions to be Rewarded
WashingtonExec 2014 Market Outlook Series As we turn the page on 2013, we look forward to a new year and new opportunities for innovation and growth in the government contracting community. This past year we experienced budget sequestration, a 16-day-long government shutdown, and a perpetually increasing focus on cyber security and healthcare IT. WashingtonExec reached out to
WashingtonExec: News You Need to Know
In the news this week, WashingtonExec revealed the 2013 GovCon Awards winners, the premier awards program honoring the leadership, innovation and commitment to excellence of the individuals and businesses in the region’s government contracting sector. Among the winners were Brad Antle, Joe Martore and Kymm McCabe. We recently interviewed the nominees in our annual GovCon
INSIDE LOOK: Impact of Government Shutdown on Federal Contracting Community
The 2013 government shutdown is now in its second week and there is no imminent sign among politicians to pass a continued resolution. Meanwhile, Lincoln sits alone in the quiet corridor of his memorial, the gates are closed at our National Parks, and several hundred thousand government employees have been furloughed. Recently, the House unanimously
WashingtonExec Hosts First Goverment Contracting Executive Happy Hour of 2013, Sponsored by Worcester Polytechnic Institute
It was a great start to the new year as WashingtonExec hosted its seventh invitation-only government contracting executive happy hour in Tysons Corner last week, sponsored by the Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). The networking event brought over 80 executives in federal contracting – to mingle and connect with new faces, past employees, previous bosses, lost
What’s Trending? WashingtonExec’s Latest E-Magazine
In our latest issue, we continue our coverage of the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards (GovCon), with interviews featuring this year’s nominees. We also shine the spotlight on local exec news, such as the ACT-IAC’s ELC 2012 with co-chair Casey Coleman. *ELC has since been cancelled due to inclement weather* Check out some of our series,
Kathleen Cowles Joins Deep Water Point’s Top Level Team of Principals
Deep Water Point, a business navigator for federal contractors, has announced that Kathleen Cowles has joined their top level team of principals. Cowles brings 30+ years of business savvy and federal government knowledge to increase the probability of success for Deep Water Point clients looking to grow their federal government business. “The partners and I
Tony Pease Joins Principals at Deep Water Point
Deep Water Point, a business navigator for federal contracts, welcomes Tony Pease to its team. “The partners and I welcome Tony to our rapidly growing team of top level executives,” said Howard Seeger, managing partner. “His solid knowledge and experience within defense adds tremendous value to the services we offer our clients.” Pease, a former
Alion Taps Barry Broadus as New CFO
Alion Science and Technology has named Barry Broadus its new Chief Financial Officer. He has been the acting CFO since earlier this year. “Barry is an excellent leader who will provide insight, guidance and advice on Alion’s financial strategies,” said chairman and CEO, Dr. Bahman Atefi. “I’m confident he will continue to bring energy, clarity
URS Wins Contract to Support IRS Offices Nationwide
The Treasury Department has awarded URS Corporation a contract to work with the IRS on real estate and facility management. The company will operate 15 IRS offices, and support over 600 more throughout the country with furniture, moving, storage and transportation. “We are very pleased to be selected for this contract, and we look forward to
AMERICAN SYSTEMS Buys SAIC’s Testing and Evaluation Unit
Government IT services contractor, AMERICAN SYSTEMS, has signed a deal to purchase SAIC’s test and evaluation unit to bolster its current testing, scientific and engineering services. “AMERICAN SYSTEMS identified the test & evaluation market as a key element of our strategic plan several years ago, and while we have made significant inroads into that community,
SAIC Splits into Two Companies for Efficiency, Focus
Fortune 500 science, engineering and technology company, SAIC, has announced its decision to divide into two public companies following a strategic review. The move will create two business units; a technical services unit for government and enterprise IT, and a larger science and technology unit focusing on national security, engineering and healthcare. Founded in 1969
Private Equity Firm Thoma Bravo to Buy Deltek
Enterprise software and information solutions provider Deltek, Inc. announced today that Thoma Bravo LLC, a private equity firm, will buy the company in an all-cash transaction for $1.1 billion. Deltek’s board of directors unanimously approved the acquisition, along with its largest shareholder, New Mountain Capital. “Over the past seven years, we have successfully executed our
Surviving Sequestration with Market Research and Expansion, By Matt Langan
With uncertainty over budget cuts tempering the federal contracting marketplace, the smart money will be on using market research to expand into other areas. Matt Langan, an editor at Fed Connects, wrote in a post this week that many government contractors are looking for opportunities in near adjacent commercial markets. “Some industry members are already
Max Hall to Rejoin SRA International
SRA International, Inc. has announced that Max Hall will replace Jeffrey Rydant, who is taking an extended leave, as Executive Vice President and Chief Growth Officer next month. Hall first joined the government strategic and technology consulting company in 1992, before leaving to serve as chief operating officer for another firm. “We are delighted to
MicroPact’s Kris Collo on Sequestration: Challenges and Opportunities
New WashingtonExec Series: The possibility of sequestration, or automatic budget cuts that could take effect on Jan. 2 if Congress fails to agree on how to cut $1.2 trillion dollars from the federal budget, has some in Washington, D.C. thinking ahead. In a new series WashingtonExec is asking federal contracting leaders their thoughts on the
SPAWAR Awards Centuria Prime Contract
The Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic has awarded Centuria Corporation a prime contract to upgrade the U.S. Navy to a service oriented architecture. “This is a huge win for us as it recognizes our ability to lead a large, complex defense program,” said Kevin Burke, Centuria founder and CEO, of the service-disabled, veteran-owned
General Dynamics Awarded $20 Million Contract to Support Indian Health Service
The Department of Health and Human Services has awarded General Dynamics Information Technology, a business unit of General Dynamics, a contract to engineer and support software for the Indian Health Service. The company’s Information Technology unit will handle the order for the service’s electronic health information system. The IHS, which provides healthcare to American Indian
SECAF Welcomes Three New Board Members
The Small and Emerging Contractors Advisory Forum has announced three new members to its board of directors: Sandra Corbett of InCadence Strategic Solutions, Robert Dozier of RWD Consulting and Sue Evans of Evans Incorporated. The trio will serve the forum, which provides education, resources and advocacy to small and emerging government contractors, for two years.
Q&A with Jon Kim: Force 3’s Cyber Security Practice Director on BYOD
Jon Kim has 17 years of leadership and consulting experience in information security solutions, strategic risk management and business decision support both in the private and public sectors. Kim is the Cyber Security Practice Director at Force 3, and manages a team of engineers to support the needs of customers and their unique business requirements.
MacB Named Top Defense Contractor By Dayton Business Journal
The Dayton Business Journal has named MacAulay-Brown, Inc. (MacB), a provider of engineering and technical services to defense, intelligence and homeland security agencies, the top Dayton area defense contractor by value of DoD contracts. The newspaper said that the value of the company’s defense contracts last year was $113.3 million. “Our long-standing commitment to providing innovative solutions
WashingtonExec Hosts August Happy Hour for Government Contracting Executives
Amid on-going budgetary pressure, federal agencies are tightening their belts as they aim to do more with less. But while that climate poses obvious challenges for government contractors, the need to establish new executive relationships is as important as ever. Last night, WashingtonExec hosted its fourth, invitation only, social event at Bertucci’s in Tysons Corner.
Northrop Grumman Appoints Karen Williams New VP of Contracts, Pricing and Supply Chain
Karen A. Williams will replace Susan L. Cote, who is retiring, as vice president of Northrop Grumman Corporation’s contracts, pricing and supply chain. She will handle the global security company’s risk review process, and interface with government regulators. “Karen Williams brings a wealth of experience in general management, business management and government contracting,” said James
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