The Search for GovCon’s Top HR Execs Starts Now!
Who’s really shaping the future of GovCon? Now’s your chance to put their name forward. Nominations are open for the 2026 WashingtonExec Chief Officer Awards, the premier program recognizing the executives in government and industry who are driving real mission impact. For the second year, WashingtonExec is bringing together the Chief Officer and Pinnacle awards
Top 30 Space Execs to Watch in 2021: ManTech’s Bill ‘BK’ Kelley
In 2020, ManTech was closely involved in the launch of NASA’s new Demo-2 mission — the first manned test flight and water landing — and the November 2020 launch of its Crew-1 mission, the first such trek to the International Space Station. ManTech also prepared for the safe recovery of astronauts returning from space in
Chief Officer Award Finalist Judy Bjornaas: ‘I Recognize The Importance Of Inspiring The Next Generation Of Female Business Leaders’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards were announced April 15, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place virtually May 27. Next is Chief Financial Officer Award finalist Judy Bjornaas, who’s executive vice president and CFO at ManTech International. Here, she talks proud career moments, overcoming career struggles, career advice
Bryce Pippert on the Evolution of ManTech as it Embraces Advanced Cyber, AI
Founded in 1968 to provide advanced technological services to the U.S. government, ManTech International in 2020 established its federal civilian operation as a separate business sector and promoted Bryce Pippert to be its executive vice president and general manager. We spoke with Pippert recently about that evolution, and about the company’s go-forward strategy. Tell us
Altamira Gets Lead Role on MEGASTAR Teaming Arrangement
Altamira Technologies has been picked as the new team lead on its existing Contractor Teaming Arrangement for the General Services Administration’s MEGASTAR Blanket Purchase Agreement. MEGASTAR provides scientific and technical intelligence support services to the National Air and Space Intelligence Center. The agreement has a 5-year base period that originally began Oct. 1, 2019, and
Save the Date: GovCon CEO Symposium, May 7, 2020
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce is holding a GovCon CEO Symposium on “Growing Through M&A/ Partnering with Private Equity” on May 7. The live webinar will feature keynote speaker Paul Leslie, chairman of the board of Dovel Technologies. John Hillen, CEO and member of the board of directors of EverWatch, and Babs Doherty, senior
Former Industry CEO Bob Coleman Joins BlackHorse Solutions Board of Directors
Bob Coleman, former CEO of Six3 Systems with 30 years of industry experience, has joined BlackHorse Solutions’ board of directors and its group of cybersecurity, national security and investment professionals. Prior to serving as president and CEO of Six3 Systems, Coleman also spent time as president and chief operational officer of ManTech International and as CEO
Top 10 Operating Executives to Watch
WashingtonExec’s inaugural Top 10 Operating Executives to Watch list includes presidents, chief operating officers, general managers, line leaders and directors of public sector contributing to an impactful change in the GovCon space. Why watch: These leaders were able to describe in tangential terms the “why” and “how” of an executive milestone — milestones that often
Expert Prediction Says 2019 Rife with Strong Deal-Making, M&A
Marc B. Marlin is a managing director at KippsDeSanto & Co. 2018 government contractor technology solutions M&A activity finished off the year strong, with the expectation for continued deal-making into 2019. 2018 saw activity that approached 2017 levels, with GTS deal announcements anticipated north of 80 transactions. Private equity was particularly active in 2018 with
Top 10 Cyber Execs to Watch: Daniel Smith, ManTech
Daniel Smith is vice president of the Federal Security Solutions division at ManTech International Corp. Prior to ManTech, Smith was an executive with Knowledge Consulting Group, which was acquired in 2015. Why Watch: Smith has worked in public sector IT for most of his 17-year career and moved to the D.C. area shortly after 9/11 to
2018 Market Outlook: Jeff Brody of ManTech International
We look forward to a new year and new opportunities for innovation and growth in the government contracting community. This past year, we experienced an increased emphasis on big data, insider threat, merging technology with health care, and the internet of things, among others. WashingtonExec reached out to those most knowledgeable and experienced in the
ManTech Names New President For Mission, Cyber and Intelligence Solutions
ManTech International Corp. has promoted a new president for its Mission, Cyber & Intelligence Solutions group, tapping Richard Wagner to lead the company’s work in support of the U.S. intelligence community. Wagner has been the group’s executive vice president and chief operating since 2016, and is responsible for leading day-to-day operations. He will take the
Navigating to Industry Seminar: How to Transition from Government to Private Sector
Earlier this summer, WashingtonExec hosted its third “Navigating Your Transition to Industry Seminar” for government executives looking to shift their careers to the private sector. Held at Attain’s office, the event was attended by GS-14 executives and above who will head to a director, vice president, or higher position in the defense industry. The seminar was divided into
WashingtonExec College and High School Leadership Committee Talks Security Clearances and Elevator Pitches
They may all be on summer vacation – but that doesn’t stop the members of the WashingtonExec College and High School Leadership Committee from learning more about personal branding and their future professional careers. On July 13th, the committee met at Attain Headquarters in Tysons Corner for its annual summer meeting, which was sponsored by
Dep. of Defense Awards $200M Contract to ManTech
It was announced on January 12th by Fairfax, Va.-based ManTech International Corporation that the Department of Defense has awarded them a $200 million, 1 year based period with 4 option years, contract to support the defense and Intelligence Community’s growing needs for modernization in the areas of integration, systems engineering, sustainment, and worldwide deployment support.
ManTech Appoints the Hon. Jose D. Riojas to Mission Solutions and Services Group Strategic Advisory Board
It was announced on January 4th by Fairfax, Va.-based ManTech International Corporation that it has appointed the Honorable Jose D. Riojas to the ManTech Mission Solutions and Services Group Strategic Advisory Board. Dan Keefe, President and Chief Operating Officer at ManTech Mission Solutions and Services Group said, “We are pleased to welcome Jose to our
U.S. Army Awards ManTech International $34M Distributed Common Ground System Contract
Fairfax, Va.-based ManTech International Corporation announced Dec. 15 that the U.S. Army has awarded the company a 12-month base period and a 12-month option period contract with a potential value of $34 million. “We look forward to continuing our support to the DCGS-A mission for the United States Army,” ManTech’s Mission Solutions & Services Group President and
U.S. Air Force Awards ManTech Security Services Contract Worth $407M
ManTech International Corporation announced Dec. 3 that the company has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Air Force to provide full-spectrum security services to protect mission-critical programs. The cost-plus contract has a 1-year base period and 9 option years, valued at $407 million. “ManTech is proud to continue providing lifecycle program protection to support
ManTech International Awarded $31.6M Contract by U.S. Army
ManTech International Corporation announced Nov. 2 that the U.S. Army has awarded the Fairfax, Va.-based company a prime contract to provide software sustainment, embedded training and other intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) technical support to the Distributed Common Ground System-Army (DCGS-A) Family of Systems. “ManTech is extremely proud of the opportunity to continue serving the
WashingtonExec NextGen Beltway Leaders Learn About Elevator Pitches, Security Clearances
Escaping the summer heat, GovCon interns in the area stepped away from their desks to spend an afternoon with the WashingtonExec NextGen Beltway Leaders to learn how to develop elevator pitches and the security clearance process. NextGen Beltway Leaders is a group ranging from high school seniors to recent college graduates dedicated to building a
ManTech International Wins $29.7M Task Order From U.S. Navy
ManTech International Corporation announced Oct. 16 that it has been awarded a task order under the U.S. Navy’s Seaport Enhanced prime contract to provide test and evaluation (T&E) and fleet support at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Dahlgren, Va. “Naval Surface Warfare Centers play an important role in the rapid introduction of advanced technologies
Anthony Verna, Cubic Defense Applications, Discusses LPTA, Career, Mobility, How Emerging Technology Bolsters BYOD
Anthony Verna, vice president of worldwide business development for Cubic Defense Applications, takes a “highly participative” approach to leadership, and he truly enjoys building teams. “Pass the glory on and take the blame,” he said. “I very much believe you have to lead from out front and you’ve got to mean it. The people that
WashingtonExec’s Weekly E-Magazine: News You Need to Know
This week’s WashingtonExec e-magazine brings you the latest information on ECS Federal’s George Wilson, who took over as the company’s chief executive officer three months ago. Wilson took the reins from Roy Kapani, who is now the company’s advisory board chairman. In other news, Jon Johnson of the U.S. General Services Administration Enterprise Mobility Program,
ManTech International Awarded $16 Million IT Contract by DOJ’s Civil Division
Last week ManTech International was awarded a contract to provide IT support, strategic planning, and training services to end users of its wide ranging systems for the Justice Department’s Civil Division. The contract has a value of $16 million and includes a base period and four option years. “ManTech has a long history of providing
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