2023 Pinnacle Awards Winner: SAIC’s Vincent DiFronzo
Vincent DiFronzo, senior vice president Air Force and COCOM Business Unit at SAIC, has won WashingtonExec’s 2023 Pinnacle Award for DOD Public Company Executive of the Year. On Nov. 16, WashingtonExec announced the Pinnacle Awards winners during an annual event showcasing government and industry executives who notably spurred innovation for federal clients in the region.
2023 Pinnacle Awards Winner: Booz Allen Hamilton’s John Larson
John Larson, executive vice president of artificial intelligence for Booz Allen Hamilton, has won WashingtonExec’s 2023 Pinnacle Award for Artificial Intelligence Public Company Executive of the Year. On Nov. 16, WashingtonExec announced the Pinnacle Awards winners during an annual event showcasing government and industry executives who notably spurred innovation for federal clients in the region.
2023 Pinnacle Awards Winner: Leidos’ Donna Rhoads
Donna Rhoads, senior vice president at Leidos, has won WashingtonExec’s 2023 Pinnacle Award for Public Company Intelligence Executive of the Year. On Nov. 16, WashingtonExec announced the Pinnacle Awards winners during an annual event showcasing government and industry executives who notably spurred innovation for federal clients in the region. The event, attended by over 525
2023 Pinnacle Awards Winner: ManTech’s Dave Hathaway
Dave Hathaway, executive vice president and general manager of defense sector for ManTech, has won WashingtonExec’s 2023 Pinnacle Award for DOD Private Company Executive of the Year. On Nov. 16, WashingtonExec announced the Pinnacle Awards winners during an annual event showcasing government and industry executives who notably spurred innovation for federal clients in the region.
Kay Kapoor Joins Frontier Technology’s Board of Directors
Defense industry and public sector veteran Kay Kapoor has been appointed to Frontier Technology Inc.’s board of directors. “Kay Kapoor brings a long and successful track record in serving customers, building high-performance teams, and leading fast-scaling defense and public sector businesses,” said Ron Shroder, CEO of FTI. “We’re honored to welcome her to our Board
Nominate Artificial Intelligence Execs for Pinnacle Awards
The deadline to submit nominations for the Pinnacle Awards is Sept. 1, and we want your help finding the most impactful artificial intelligence executives. The Pinnacle Awards embody our commitment to spotlighting outstanding individuals and organizations that have made a significant difference in the government and technology sectors. With the growing significance of AI in
COMSovereign Holding Corp. Names Kay Kapoor to Board
A U.S.-based developer of 4G LTE Advanced and 5G connectivity and data transmission systems, COMSovereign Holding Corp. announced it has expanded its board from six to seven directors and picked Kay Kapoor to fill the new position. Kapoor’s 30-year career spans across technology, telecommunications, consulting and defense markets with significant experience in matters including corporate governance, portfolio
Tyto Athene Appoints Kay Kapoor and John Johnson to Executive Advisory Board
Tyto Athene, LLC announced the addition of industry executives Kay Kapoor and John Johnson to its Executive Advisory Board to help the company with acquisition strategies, government relations and market capitalization opportunities. Kapoor brings to the table over 27 years of experience driving technology company growth in the government market. Currently the founder and CEO
EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVE: Top 5 Things on the Minds of GovCon Execs: Kay Kapoor
This summer, WashingtonExec is reaching out to successful leaders in government and government contracting to learn more about their habits, experiences and perspectives. Kay Kapoor is CEO of Arya Technologies LLC, a small company providing end-to-end technology services to the federal government. Her 28 years of experience in government and commercial markets were spent at
Former AT&T Exec Kapoor Unveils New Venture
Kay Kapoor is embarking on a new chapter in her professional life. The former head of AT&T’s Public Sector business is launching a new government technology and consulting business named Arya Technologies, a small, woman-owned company that will provide end-to-end technology solutions for the government space. “Arya Technologies is created for one purpose: helping government
AT&T’s Kay Kapoor Steps Down
The top executive at AT&T Government Solutions has resigned, according to reports. Federal News Radio reports that Kay Kapoor, president of the federal business unit, has stepped down. She will be replaced by Xavier Williams, who formerly served as federal sales lead. He’s been with the company since 1990. Kapoor joined AT&T Government Solutions in 2013 as president, after
AT&T Wins Spot on $50B EIS Contract
AT&T won a spot on a contract with the General Services Administration to offer advanced solutions to federal agencies. Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions is a technology acquisition program for telecommunications and other advanced technologies from GSA-authorized providers. The contract is for up to $50 billion over 15 years. The company said the win sets the stage
Matt Hickey Named VP of AT&T’s Global Public Sector Channel Marketing
Matt Hickey has become vice president of AT&T’s global public sector channel marketing after three years as vice president of sales operations for the company’s business solutions unit. With more than 25 years of experience, Hickey has worked in several AT&T units that focus on advanced technology solutions. AT&T’s global public sector supports government and
New Roles for Mike Leff, Rob Dapkiewicz in AT&T Global Public Sector Re-Org
There has been a lot of moving around since AT&T reorganized its public sector and education lines of business into a single Global Public Sector organization. Today, the company announced two more executive moves: Rob Dapkiewicz will replace Mike Leff as vice president – federal civilian, as Leff transitions to vice president – strategy and
Kay Kapoor to Lead AT&T’s New Global Public Sector Organization
AT&T has created a new Global Public Sector organization and named AT&T executive Kay Kapoor to lead it. AT&T’s public sector sales, that is those for its government and education customers, totaled nearly $15 billion in 2016. The organization provides advanced information and communications technologies to government and education customers across federal, state, local and international public sector
AT&T Selected to Build and Manage First Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network for First Responders
AT&T has been selected by the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) to build and manage the first broadband network dedicated to America’s police, firefighters and emergency medical services (EMS). The FirstNet network will cover all 50 states, 5 U.S. territories and the District of Columbia, including rural communities and tribal lands in those states and
AT&T Wins 6 Stevie Awards for Women in Business
Six AT&T leaders were recognized among the top female executives worldwide at the 13th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. Over 1,400 nominations were submitted in more than 90 categories. Stevie Award winners were selected by more than 160 professionals worldwide who participated in the judging process this year. Brooks McCorcle, Female Executive of the
AT&T Global Solutions Names Anthony Robbins VP of Public Sector Solutions-Global Defense
AT&T announced May 24 the appointment of Anthony Robbins as AT&T Business Solutions Vice President of Public Sector Solutions-Global Defense. In his new role, Robbins will lead the defense industry segment of the AT&T Public Sector Solutions business. He will oversee the company’s work with the Dept. of Defense and other global public sector defense
AT&T Wins DISA Contract Worth $74.6M
AT&T announced May 11 that the company is the sole awardee of a Defense Information Systems Agency contract worth up to $74.6 million over five years, if all options are exercised. “We’re proud to provide communications services to help defend our country,” AT&T Global Business – Public Sector Solutions President Kay Kapoor said. “When the
AT&T Awarded Spot on DISA’s Global Networking Contract
It was announced on March 1st by provider of communications services AT&T that is has been awarded a position on the Defense Information Systems Agency’s (DISA) Global Networking Services (GNS) contract. DISA provides enterprise network and IT infrastructure in support of the Department of Defense and its support organizations worldwide. With a spot on this
WashingtonExec’s Inaugural Top 30 Execs to Watch List Spotlight: Kay Kapoor, AT&T Government Solutions
What’s coming next? The key government contracting leaders aren’t just asking the question, they’re shaping the conversation. In WashingtonExec’s inaugural list of Top 30 Executives to Watch, we turn the spotlight on industry leaders who are positioning their companies for greater growth and relevance ahead. Selected by industry colleagues, these leaders hail from a diverse
AT&T Takes NetBond Service to the Federal Market
AT&T announced Dec. 2 that it has made its AT&T NetBond® service available to federal government agencies to help them make fast, private and reliable network connections to Amazon Web Services (AWS) GovCloud (US). “Agencies can use our NetBond capability as their private access point to services in AWS GovCloud (US) for fast, high-performing cloud
AT&T’s Kay Kapoor: Importance of STEM Opportunities for Women
Women in technology may generate a lot of press, but the statistics could stand improvement: The percentage of computing jobs held by women has fallen over the last two decades. In fact, a study released earlier this year by the American Association of University Women showed that just 26 percent of computing jobs in the
2015 Heart Ball Raises Nearly $1.2M for American Heart Association Community Outreach Efforts, Research
This year’s Greater Washington Heart Ball was a success, bringing together more than 500 of the region’s most prominent physician, corporate, health care, and community leaders and raising $1,186,000. The event, which took place at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Washington, D.C., was hosted by 2015 chairwoman, Kay Kapoor, President of AT&T Government Solutions. Honored guest
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