MTSI Names Ashutosh Gokhale EVP, CFO
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. has appointed Ashutosh Gokhale as executive vice president and chief financial officer. He brings over 20 years of financial leadership experience in the defense and government services sectors. “We welcome Ashutosh Gokhale as our new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer,” said Kevin Robinson, MTSI president and CEO. “As MTSI
Paul D. Mehney on Telling the Warfighter’s Story from Government to Industry
Paul D. Mehney comes from an Army civilian family spanning two generations, so in the wake of 9/11, a career in defense became an easy choice. Already backed by mission, his call to serve evolved into a two-decade journey, shaping how Army acquisition offices tell complex modernization stories and forming the foundation for his career
Chief Officer Awards Finalist Manuel Mendez: ‘Seek Out Opportunities Which Allow You to Gain Diverse Experiences’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced March 28, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place live, in-person May 10. Next is Manuel Mendez, chief financial officer at Integral Federal, Inc., and finalist in the Private Company Chief Financial Officer (annual revenue greater than $20 million and less
Parsons Buys Sealing Technologies in $200M Deal
Parsons Corp. has acquired cyber and technology company Sealing Technologies, Inc., in a transaction valued at up to $200 million. “The addition of SealingTech is a natural extension of our growth strategy, adding critical, mission-ready solutions for our Department of Defense and Intelligence Community customers,” said Carey Smith, Parsons chair, president and CEO. This deal
Annual Greater Washington GovCon Awards Finalists Announced
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce and the Professional Services Council have announced the finalists for the annual Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards, honoring exceptional work of leaders and businesses in the region’s government contracting sector. The award categories cover Contractor of the Year in four revenue categories and Executive of the Year in three
Peraton to Buy Solers, Inc.
Veritas Capital portfolio company Peraton has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire software development and systems integration provider Solers, Inc. Solers operates in space situational awareness, satellite ground systems and operations, cybersecurity engineering and enterprise cloud-based solutions. “The acquisition of Solers represents an important step in the execution of our growth strategy and serves
Engility Appoints Scott Whatmough SVP of Defense Group
Engility Holdings, Inc. announced March 27 that Scott Whatmough has been named Senior Vice President of the Defense Group business. With 35 years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry, Whatmough will lead Engility’s team that delivers highly technical solutions and engineering services in support of the Department of Defense. “Scott is a highly-respected
25 Leaders in Government Contracting You Should Know About
2017: The Year of the Transformational Leader What’s in, what’s out? In a year of transformational change, government contractors are facing that question like never before. A few select leaders are even shaping the conversation. For the second year in a row, WashingtonExec has assembled its list of executives who are blazing a path in
At Dynamic Pro Inc., CEO Andrea Stone Celebrates 10 Years of Delivering ‘Fast, Agile, Nimble’ Results
Being fast, agile and nimble is something many government contracting firms aspire to be. But for the Arlington, Virginia-based management, consulting, technology and business services firm Dynamic Pro, Inc., that goal has been its singular focus since its founding 10 years ago. Dynamic Pro’s name says it all. “I thought the best representation of the
GUEST COLUMN: A Simple Way To Maximize Your Chances to Win Contracts
Winning new business as a government contractor is expensive, with sophisticated responses costing into seven figures. Depending on the complexity of the bid, and the number of hoops you need to jump through to complete the request for proposal (RFP), it’s a process that can take months—even years—to complete. As a leader, this is a
MacAulay-Brown, Inc. Awarded $40M Prime Contract by Air Force Research Lab
MacAulay-Brown, Inc. (MacB) announced Jan. 25 that it has been awarded a prime contract by the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) for Spectrum Warfare Evaluation and Assessment Technology Engineering Research (SWEATER). The task order contract has a seven-year period of performance for a total value of $40 million. MacB will be able to expand on high-end
Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. is now a Cisco Gold Partner
On July 22, Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. announced that it is officially a Cisco Gold Partner. The elevated partnership gives Jacobs the ability to certify a greater sense of quality service at discounted prices. According to the Darren Kraabel, Vice President of Jacobs, less than three percent of all Cisco partners achieve this status. “Cisco
Amyx, Inc. Promotes Kristopher McKinley to Vice President of Finance and Contracts
Reston-based Amyx, Inc. announced Jan. 30 the promotion of Kristopher McKinley to the position of Vice President of Finance and Contracts. In his new role, McKinley will manage the company’s contracts, its banking relationships, and its overall financial strategy. Satya Akula, Amyx’s President and CEO, had this to say about the promotion: “We are excited
MacB Band “The Operators” Takes First Place in Spookstock 2014 Battle of the Bands Competition
MacAulay-Brown, Inc. (MacB) today announced that it recently sponsored Spookstock 2014, a musical festival and competition that raises money for the families of fallen Special Operations Forces (SOF) soldiers and CIA officers, and that the MacB Band took first place in the Spookstock 2014 Battle of the Bands competition. Spookstock was held on October 30th
1105 Media Names Rajeev Kapur as New CEO, Henry Allain as New COO
1105 Media, Inc. Monday announced that Rajeev Kapur will be its next CEO and Henry Allain will be its next COO. The Chatsworth, Calif.-based company provides integrated events, information and media in B2B markets, including security; information technology; environmental protection; industrial health, safety and compliance; and home healthcare. “After a nationwide search, I am pleased
DMI Named to Inc. 500|5000 Annual List for Eighth Year in a Row
For the eighth year in a row, Digital Management, Inc. (DMI) has been recognized by Inc. Magazine in its 33rd annual Inc. 500|5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies. The Bethesda-based company is one of only a small fraction of U.S. companies that have experienced consistent high growth, despite the recent challenges of our economic environment.
Department of Homeland Security Awards STG, Inc. Prime Position on EAGLE II Contract
Reston-based STG, Inc. (STG) yesterday announced that it has been awarded one of several prime positions on the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Enterprise Acquisition Gateway for Leading Edge Solutions II (EAGLE II) contract in the Functional Category I—Unrestricted Track. Under the multiple-award indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) service delivery contract, STG will provide work in
STG Wins U.S. Army’s C-TNOSC Contract to Provide LandWarNet to More Than 450,000 CONUS-based End Users
Last week, STG, Inc. (STG) announced that it has been awarded the CONUS-Theater Network Operations and Security Center (C-TNOSC) Information Technology Support Services (ITSS) contract, which was recently designated as 2d Regional Cyber Center [2RCC] – Western Hemisphere. Through this $103 million, three-year contract, STG will provide non-personal IT support to operate, manage and defend
STG Wins U.S. Army’s G-6 Contract to Provide IT Planning, Development, Migration, Implementation and Sustainment Support
Reston’s STG, Inc. (STG) recently announced that it has been awarded the U.S. Army’s Information Technology Planning, Development, Migration, Implementation, and Sustainment Support to United States Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM) Assistant Chief of Staff, G-6 (ACOFS, G-6) and Chief of Staff, G-33 (ACOFS, G-33) contract. Under the $3.8 million contract, STG will support
DynCorp International Announces S. Gordon Walsh as New CEO, Effective July 21st
McLean-based Delta Tucker Holdings, Inc., parent company of DynCorp International, Inc. (DI), Friday announced that S. Gordon Walsh has been named the new chief executive officer (CEO). Walsh will officially begin his tenure as CEO of DI on July 21, 2014. He brings two decades of experience in aerospace and defense services to the position.
Noblis Expands Intelligence Expertise with National Security Partners Acquisition
Noblis, Inc., a nonprofit science and engineering research corporation and provider of strategic advisory services headquartered in Falls Church, Va., on Monday announced it acquired Annapolis-based National Security Partners, LLC, an Intelligence Community-focused consulting and technology development firm. The deal leverages NSP’s identity intelligence, counter WMD, homeland security, big data analytics and overhead/airborne ISR capabilities
Greg Yadzinski Promoted to Vice President at MacB
MacAulay-Brown, Inc. (MacB) announced Wednesday the promotion of Greg Yadzinski to vice president of the company’s Commonwealth Technology Division. Yadzinski served previously as the acting director of the organization’s CTD. In his new role Yadzinski will be tasked with managing the division’s day-to-day operations, providing strategic vision and overseeing the division’s business development, customer support and
Baly Ambegaoker Takes Helm as Co-CEO at CENTERPOINT, Inc.
Baly Ambegaoker acquired an interest in CENTERPOINT, Inc. and has joined the company as chairwoman and chief executive officer alongside current CEO Ed Silva, the Reston, Va.-based company announced last week. CENTERPOINT provides federal government tailored enterprise mobile solutions, cybersecurity lifecycle management and IT governance. Ambegaoker joins the company after serving roles with CACI International,
Serco Wins Space, Naval Warfare Systems Center Pacific Contract with Ceiling of $46 Million
Serco, Inc., a Reston-based technology and management services firm, announced earlier this month it will perform work under a Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Pacific contract valued at $46 million for the group’s Security Systems Branch. The company will work with Defense Department agencies to provide life cycle sustainment, integration, acquisition and technical support
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