Catching Up with John Auerbach About ICF’s Federal Health Business
In this interview with WashingtonExec, ICF’s John Auerbach discusses his new role as senior vice president of the company’s federal health business. Auerbach joins from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, where he most recently served as the director of intergovernmental and strategic affairs. He also served as the public health commissioner for the
A Modern Renaissance Man: The Stories, Passions & Perspectives that Led Michael Jung to ICF
In this episode of “Humble Beginnings,” we chat with ICF’s Michael Jung about his unpredictable path to executive director of the company’s climate center. Jung, born in Korea, shares the story of the first American his father met and how it influenced him to pursue medicine. When Jung and his family came to the States,
WATCH: ICF’s Kary James on Progressing the Role of Equity & Inclusion in Industry, Government
WashingtonExec’s Amanda Ziadeh sits down with Kary James, vice president of equity and inclusion for public sector at ICF, to discuss her role’s dedication to ensuring federal agencies include a DE&I lens in their work. James shares how her role is unique to industry and some of the top asks from federal agencies around creating
ICF Taps Former CDC Leader John Auerbach as Senior Exec for Federal Health Business
John Auerbach has joined ICF as a senior executive and strategic adviser for the company’s U.S. federal health business. Before ICF, Auerbach was with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as the director of intergovernmental and strategic affairs. He led the agency’s engagement with federal, state, local, tribal and territorial agencies and other external partners.
ICF Names Mark Lee as Chief Technology Exec, Jennifer Welham as HHS & Workforce Business Lead
ICF announced new executive leadership roles for Mark Lee, who has been named chief technology executive, and Jennifer Welham, who will lead ICF’s health, human services and workforce business. “Mark has been instrumental in driving success for our public sector clients and I’m thrilled to have him step into this new, broader position to build
Top Chief Technology Officers to Watch in 2023: ICF’s Kyle Tuberson
Kyle Tuberson CTO, Public Sector, ICF As ICF’s first public sector CTO, Kyle Tuberson has been at the forefront of the company’s digital strategy journey. He helps leadership see technology as a true business driver that generates value across the company and for its clients. In the past year, ICF’s digital modernization business saw double-digit
‘Givers of GovCon’ Podcast: ICF’s Mark Lee on Family-founded Nonprofit that Helps Youth with Mental and Physical Health Needs
This week, Camille Tuutti talks with ICF’s Mark Lee about his family’s North Carolina-based nonprofit HeartWorks. The organization works to provide a better base for children growing up in Pamlico County, through after-school programs, affordable daycare, grants and other initiatives. Lee also shares about the scholarship program he and his wife set up for graduate students
WATCH: ICF’s Susan Asam Dives Into Her Role, Priorities and Perspectives on Climate Change
WashingtonExec’s Amanda Ziadeh chats with Susan Asam, vice president of climate planning at ICF, and ICF’s Climate Center senior fellow, about her role, priorities and perspectives on climate change. Asam shares what she believes to be the top climate change challenges at the moment, and how ICF is helping agencies address them. Plus, she tells
ICF Snags $25M Air Force Environmental Services Contract
ICF has won a task order to provide the Air Force with centralized environmental management support services at multiple Air Force bases in the U.S. and the Middle East. The contract, which was awarded by Air Force Central Command, has a term of 66 months, including a 12-month base, four 12-month options and one 6-month
ICF’s Mark Lee Receives WashingtonExec’s Longevity Award
WashingtonExec has awarded ICF Executive Vice President of Public Sector Mark Lee with the Longevity Award, which recognizes executives who have made outstanding contributions to their companies throughout the years. Lee has been with ICF for 25 years. In 1997, after graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Lee knew he was
ICF Lands $26M Contract to Support FCC Programs
An organization that administers programs on behalf of the Federal Communications Commission awarded ICF a $26 million recompete contract to accelerate the modernization of its enterprisewide mission-critical business systems. ICF announced it will provide digital modernization advisory and governance support, as well as rapidly deployed operations, maintenance, development and enhancement support to advance the use
ICF Wins $34M in New DOL Research Services Contracts
The Labor Department’s Bureau of International Labor Affairs has awarded ICF two new contracts totaling $34 million. The contracts call on ICF to provide research, advisory and other services to support efforts to combat forced and child labor around the world. Each agreement has a term of five years, including a 1-year base and four
Pinnacle Award Finalist Marian Van Pelt: ‘Addressing Climate Change Is One Of The Biggest Challenges We’re Facing Today’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Pinnacle Awards were announced Oct. 11, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person Nov. 30. Next is Climate Change Industry Executive of the Year (Public Company) finalist Marian Van Pelt, who’s senior vice president of climate and clean energy at ICF and ICF Climate Center
Pinnacle Award Finalist Kary James: ‘I’m Proud To Be An Advocate For Colleagues’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Pinnacle Awards were announced Oct. 11, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person Nov. 30. Next is Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Industry Executive of the Year (Public Company) finalist Kary James, who’s vice president of equity and inclusion for public sector at ICF. Here, she
Pinnacle Award Finalist Caryn McGarry: ‘I Took A Career Chance And It Paid Off’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Pinnacle Awards were announced Oct. 11, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person Nov. 30. Next is HR Executive of the Year (Public Company) finalist Caryn McGarry, who’s chief human resources officer at ICF. Here, she talks primary focus areas going forward, career advice and
ICF’s Anne Choate Receives WashingtonExec’s Longevity Award
WashingtonExec has awarded ICF Executive Vice President of Energy, Environment and Infrastructure Anne Choate with the Longevity Award, which recognizes executives who have made outstanding contributions to their companies throughout the years. Choate has been with ICF since 1995. Nearly 30 years ago, she knew she wanted to work on the impacts of climate change
Pinnacle Award Finalist Mark Lee: ‘We’re A Team That Wants To Improve Lives And Make The World A Better Place’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Pinnacle Awards were announced Oct. 11, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person Nov. 30. Next is Givers of GovCon Podcast Episode finalist Mark Lee, executive vice president for public sector at ICF. Here, he talks key achievements, primary focus areas going forward, proud career
Pinnacle Award Finalist Jennifer Welham: ‘We Have The Opportunity To Make A Meaningful And Lasting Impact On Society’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Pinnacle Awards were announced Oct. 11, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person Nov. 30. Next is Healthcare Industry Executive of the Year (Public Company) finalist Jennifer Welham, who’s senior vice president of public health and social programs at ICF. Here, she talks key achievements,
ICF Wins $1.2 Billion SAMHSA Mental Health Contract
ICF has won an award with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration under a multiple-award recompete indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract to help reduce the impact of substance use and mental illness on America’s communities. The 5-year contract has a ceiling value of $1.2 billion across all awardees. “Through our long-standing work with SAMHSA,
WATCH: Michael Jung Named First Executive Director of ICF’s Climate Center
Public policy expert Michael Jung has been named the first executive director of the ICF Climate Center, bringing more than 25 years of experience in the energy industry, public service and clean technology sector to the role. The ICF Climate Center is a resource hub for knowledge and insights on climate mitigation, resilience and adaptation,
ICF Snags $15M Environmental Services Contract with DOI
ICF has won the Interior Department’s Bureau of Reclamation 4-year, $15 million contract to provide environmental consulting services to support the long-term operation of its Central Valley and State Water projects. Under the contract, ICF will deliver applied science, planning and engagement to support state and federal environmental compliance and provide associated modeling and analytical
ICF Snags $12M CDC Digital Modernization and Laboratory Informatics Contract
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Laboratory Services has awarded ICF a new $12 million task order. The task order calls for ICF to support and modernize public health laboratory informatics and data exchange services for CDC’s Laboratory Response Network. The contract has a term of five years, which
Top HR Execs to Watch in 2022: ICF’s Caryn McGarry
Caryn McGarry Chief Human Resources Officer, ICF Knowing people are drawn to ICF to do meaningful work, Caryn McGarry and her team attract those with the desire to solve complex challenges with global impact, establish a strong connection to ICF during their onboarding, then invest in their professional growth, wellbeing and sense of belonging. “The
ICF Buys Blanton & Associates
ICF has acquired Blanton & Associates, Inc., an environmental consulting, planning and project management firm. “As one team, ICF and Blanton & Associates will offer industry-leading expertise in the transportation, energy and water sectors coupled with a deep understanding of environmental regulations to help state and local agencies quickly execute infrastructure projects, while protecting the
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