
2024 Chief Officer Awards Winner: Systems Planning and Analysis’ Michelle Howell
Michelle Howell, chief human resources officer at Systems Planning and Analysis, has won WashingtonExec’s 2024 Chief Officer Award for Chief Human Resources Officer in the Public and Private Company category. WashingtonExec on May 10 unveiled the winners of the Chief Officer Awards, an annual program that celebrates influential and innovative executives in government and industry

Chief Officer Awards Finalist Michelle Howell: ‘Our Employees Are Our Key Asset’
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 Michelle Howell, chief human resources officer at Systems Planning and Analysis, and finalist in the Public & Private Company Chief Human Resources Officer category. Here, she

SPA Undergoes Realignment to Fuel Growth Ambitions
Systems Planning & Analysis, a global provider of advisory services for critical national security programs, has made organizational changes to improve its growth and improve customer service. “Our rapid growth in 2023 in conjunction with our strategic plan led us to take a close look at our organizational structure to ensure we are properly positioned

Dan Muse Named SPA’s New CFO
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. has appointed Daniel Muse as its new chief financial officer. “We enthusiastically welcome Dan to the SPA team as we continue to build upon our 50-year history of high quality and high impact services to our clients,” said SPA CEO Rich Sawchak. Muse has over 20 years’ experience in the

Top 35 Execs to Watch in 2023: SPA’s Rich Sawchak
Rich Sawchak CEO, Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc Rich Sawchak recently joined Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc., which has been a top provider of innovative solutions for over 50 years, supporting critical national security objectives and defense priorities. He is now leading the company’s strategy as it moves forward. Sawchak plans to enhance SPA’s standing

Bill Vantine Drives SPA’s 5-Year Growth with Focus on People, Mission
Ever since Dr. William “Bill” Vantine took the helm of Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. in 2016, the business has seen substantial organic growth, a re-energized workforce and a strengthened commitment to the national security mission — just in time for the company’s 50th anniversary year. Vantine was chosen to lead SPA as part of

2021 Pinnacle Award Winner: Cloud Industry Executive William Vantine, Systems Planning and Analysis
William Vantine, president and CEO of Systems Planning and Analysis, has won WashingtonExec’s 2021 Pinnacle Award for DOD Industry Executive of the Year (Private Company). WashingtonExec on Dec. 8 virtually unveiled the winners of the Pinnacle Awards, an annual program that embodies the WashingtonExec spirit of highlighting successful executives and businesses saving money and fostering

Pinnacle Award Finalist William Vantine: ‘If You Haven’t Failed, You Haven’t Tried’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Pinnacle Awards were announced Oct. 13, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place virtually Dec. 8. Next is DOD Industry Executive of the Year (Private Company) finalist William Vantine, who’s president and CEO of Systems Planning and Analysis. Here, he talks learning from failure, proud career moments,

Pinnacle Award Finalist David Hearding: ‘Life and Business Development are Journeys that Traverse Deep Valleys and Mountaintops’
The finalists for WashingtonExec’s Pinnacle Awards were announced Oct. 13, and we’ll be highlighting some of them until the event takes place virtually Dec. 8. Next is Business Development Executive of the Year (Private Company) finalist David Hearding, who’s senior vice president of corporate development at Systems Planning and Analysis. Here, he talks key achievements over

SPA Names Alan Stewart CFO
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. has appointed Alan R. Stewart senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective immediately. Stewart is a senior executive with deep experience in management, tax, investor relations, finance, accounting, and mergers and acquisitions for public and private companies. Prior to joining SPA, Stewart worked for Vistronix, where he oversaw the

Finalists For The 9th Annual Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards Announced
George Schindler, CGI Federal, Executive of the Year Finalist The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, Professional Services Council and Washington Technology announced the finalists for the 9th Annual Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards. These awards honor the commitment, innovation and leadership to excellence of individuals and businesses involved in the GovCon (government contracting) sector. Founder
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