Getting the Big Picture »
Broad Experience Earns QinetiQ North America CEO a Winning Perspective. From analyzing aerial image intelligence for special operations missions over Vietnam to integrating 15 subsidiaries into a coherent whole: Duane Andrews, head of the $1.5 billion defense technology powerhouse QinetiQ North America, excels at taking the long view. With more than 10 years’ experience in [...]
A Keen Observer of People »
For Vangent CEO Mac Curtis, what’s behind every process or solution in a government contract are people — people whose needs should be served with respect and efficiency. Mac Curtis is a keen observer and a hands-on strategist, both qualities he brought to the fore in Vangent Holding Corp.’s pending $960 million acquisition by General [...]
The Family Man »
From Millions to Billions Sitting in a 10th-floor conference room with floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive views of Reston, Ed Casey points to a building just across the street. “See where it says Serco on that building?” Casey asks, referring to the large letters on the top floor marking Serco’s growing territory. “That used to say [...]
The Dimensions of GovCon M&A Deals »
Government-contracting firms are bought, sold and merged on an almost monthly basis, but the details, decisions and forces driving mergers and acquisitions are often left entirely behind the scenes. To truly understand the gears that consummate a successful transaction, one has to start at the beginning — with the buyer. “The Right Time…The Right Price” [...]
Inspired by Gen. Stanley McChrystal, GovCon Execs Answer Holiday Call »
After a moving speech by retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal on Nov. 18 at the Potomac Officers Club, government-contracting executives went beyond the call of duty, partnering with the Wounded Warriors Project to donate basic needs to soldiers serving abroad. McChrystal spoke at a luncheon sponsored by the Potomac Officers Club, a private organization connecting Washington, [...]
The Keepers of the Message »
It is hard to define, but CEOs know it when they see it — or note the lack of it: a strong, consistent echo about their company in the marketplace. The art of efficiently communicating that message — via corporate communicators, investor relations, marketing, PR and public affairs — is an imperative strategy. Empirical evidence [...]
Springboard: Experiences that Launched Careers »
Each government-contracting executive has a story — an experience that changed their professional aspirations, or paved the way to their current position. From working with the DoD general counsel to serving as a Navy attorney, GovConExec talked to a handful of high-level executives and uncovered some of the pivotal career choices that best prepared them [...]
Leading the Way: Making a Difference »
As the defense industry faces increased scrutiny, DynCorp International’s Steve Gaffney is emerging as the right leader, at the right time. His differentiator: bold self-assessment — and accountability — that starts at the top. “Do you get this? Do you feel this? Are you onboard with me?” Steve Gaffney is walking around the room, with [...]
Executives Who Care »
With multiple stakeholders competing for their time and energy, executives must think strategically about giving back to the community. Many business leaders feel an urge to get involved but struggle to find an effective way to leverage their organizations and stoke the passions of their employees. Community involvement is also becoming more and more important [...]
The Life Cycle of Unified Communications »
UC has been building buzz – and evolving – since companies first began fusing email and voicemail together. Now, top GovCon CTOs think UC has turned a corner on more widespread use. Many believe it’s only a matter of time before unified communications revolutionizes the workplace. Its advocates, supporters and, ultimately, users rave about its [...]
