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CEOs You Should Know - Washington DC
by iHeartMedia Washington DC
iHeart Washington DC's CEOs You Should Know highlights the executives and business leaders making an impact across the greater Washington DC region. We sit down with the minds behind some of the area's most notable companies to discuss their journey, their vision, and the challenges they've faced along the way. It's an inside look at the leadership driving business and innovation in our community.
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Bonnie Anderson, Co-Founder, Chair, and Chief Executive Officer, PinkDx
Bonnie Anderson is co-founder, chair, and chief executive officer of PinkDx, a women’s health company working to transform the diagnostic journey in gynecologic cancers. She is a recognized leader in molecular diagnostics with a proven track record of translating genomic science into clinically...
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Steve Salis, Founder & Owner, Catalogue
Steve Salis is an entrepreneur, investor, and executive known for building and scaling consumer-focused brands. He co-founded &pizza, growing the concept to approximately 55 locations across five states and Washington, D.C., before selling his stake in 2019. Today, Steve owns Salis Holdings, a...
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Dr. Sally Selden, President of University of Lynchburg
Dr. Sally Selden is the 12th president of the University of Lynchburg. Her presidency marks a meaningful homecoming, as she previously served the University for 18 years in a variety of academic and administrative leadership roles, including provost and vice president for academic affairs,...
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Jim Mazany, CEO of P.F. Chang's
If Jim Mazany's career had a soundtrack, it would open with Prince. His first concert was the Purple Rain tour at Nassau Coliseum. Since then, his path has run from washing dishes on Long Island to culinary school in Hyde Park to leading brands like TGI Fridays, Logan's Roadhouse and Joe's Crab...
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Ryan Joyce - GenLogs | CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
GenLogs operates a nationwide network of cameras that captures the movement of trucks and commercial vehicles across America. Collecting over 15 million images daily, GenLogs applies artificial intelligence to transform raw visual data into powerful intelligence about the trucking supply chain.…
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Olivia Bowker, Founder & CEO of Amivero - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Leads the organization with energy and uses transparent communication, an open mind, and a collaborative approach to build corporate growth, employee and client satisfaction, industry innovation, and exceptional product and service delivery. These six defining moments have shaped my career. 1....
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Tara Mobley, CEO of Stein Sperling - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
As Stein Sperling’s commitment to strategic growth and business innovation continues to evolve, we are proud to announce the recent appointment of Tara C. Mobley as the first Chief Executive Officer of our firm. Tara brings extensive leadership experience to Stein Sperling, most recently serving…
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Nuno Fernandes, President of American Public University System - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
APUS President Nuno Fernandes is a visionary leader who has been successful in making online higher education more affordable and accessible, while delivering top-quality education and favorable student outcomes. As the fifth President of APUS, he is focused on a global digital journey that...
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Rohit Gupta, CEO of Aretum - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Rohit Gupta provides his vision to the Aretum in meeting our customer’s missions through the use of digital transformation and emerging technologies. He has a strong belief in, and works towards building, an Aretum company culture where we value and respect our employees, and help them succeed in...
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Joe Punaro, CEO of IronArch Technology - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Joe Punaro is the CEO and Founder of IronArch Technology. He is a decorated combat Veteran and a former U.S. Marine platoon commander whose leadership philosophy is grounded in service, integrity, and people-first values. After serving in Iraq, Joe launched IronArch with a clear mission: to serve...
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Corey Thomas, CEO of Rapid7 - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Corey Thomas is the Chief Executive Officer of Rapid7, a leading global cybersecurity company based in Boston. His expertise in technology and business have been recognized through his appointments to the National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (NSTAC) and the Council on Foreign...
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Linda Houk, President & CEO of Information Systems Solutions, Inc. - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Linda Houk is President and CEO of Information Systems Solutions, Inc. (ISS). In 2005 ISS was restructured and she was selected to lead the company into the future. Since her arrival, the company has experienced steady growth, and has been identified for six consecutive years by Inc. 5000 as one…
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Brigette Wolf, Chief Marketing Officer of My Mochi - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Brigette Wolf is the Chief Marketing Officer at My/Mochi where she leads marketing and innovation and the brand’s transformation for growth.Brigette is responsible for fueling the company’s innovation pipeline through the creation of beyond the core products and partnerships as well as building…
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Beth Maser, CEO of History Associates Incorporated - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Beth Maser CEO | Knowledge Management Expert | Chief Bottle Washer "HAI is adept at proactively reading our target markets, and we're continually raising the level of the value we deliver. We are agile, imaginative, and we respond to our clients' needs for solutions quickly and effectively.” Work...
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David Fox, CEO of Willo - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
With over 20 years of management experience in the oral healthcare industry, David Fox brings a strategic and seasoned perspective to the Willo leadership team. His extensive background spans leadership roles across early-stage ventures and global brands, where he has demonstrated a talent for...
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Lawrence Melton, CEO & President of The Building People, LLC - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Lawrence Melton is the CEO & President of The Building People. With over 31 years of industry and federal executive experience, Lawrence established the company in 2013 and found early success in its global reach to drive greater efficiency, investment, and performance for its clients. The…
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Bruce Lowthers, CEO and Executive Director of Paysafe - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Bruce Lowthers is the CEO and Executive Director of the Board at Paysafe, where he has led a successful transformation of the company since his appointment in May 2022. Under his leadership, Paysafe streamlined its operations, recalibrated its growth strategy, and returned to growth by focusing…
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John Steckel, President and CEO of American Systems - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Mr. Steckel joined AMERICAN SYSTEMS in June 2018 as VP, Business Development, and has been instrumental in aligning the company’s business development and delivery of strategic offerings with customer needs. In April 2022, Mr. Steckel was promoted to VP, Corporate Development, adding oversight of...
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Jerry Shapiro, President and Aaron Shapiro, Business Development Manager of Shapiro & Duncan, Inc. - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Jerry Shapiro became President of Shapiro & Duncan in 1993, after mastering the economics of the mechanical contracting business as a member of our estimating team from 1978 to 1993. As President, Jerry oversees business development activities as well as operations of the Service, Design Build…
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Jerry Shapiro, President and Aaron Shapiro, Business Development Manager of Shapiro & Duncan, Inc. - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Jerry Shapiro became President of Shapiro & Duncan in 1993, after mastering the economics of the mechanical contracting business as a member of our estimating team from 1978 to 1993. As President, Jerry oversees business development activities as well as operations of the Service, Design Build…
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Linda Goler Blount, MPH and CEO of Community Catalyst - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Linda Goler Blount, MPH, is the President and CEO of Community Catalyst, a national organization dedicated to building the power of people to create a health system rooted in race equity and health justice. A nationally recognized leader in public health, race equity, and systems change, Linda...
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Steve Schwab, CEO of Elizabeth Dole Foundation - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Steve Schwab is an experienced national leader in health, public policy, communications and philanthropy, and a passionate champion for military and veteran caregivers, their veterans, and families. As a widely sought after expert on these issues, Steve has closely advised the White House and...
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Travis Mack, Chairman and CEO of Saalex Corporation - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
Travis Mack is a distinguished entrepreneur, business leader, and the Chairman & CEO of Saalex Corporation, a federal aerospace and defense engineering and information technology services company providing support to battlefield environments. Saalex is focused on information technology,...
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Major General James W. Lukeman of Marine Corps Heritage Foundation
Major General James W. Lukeman retired from active duty on July 1, 2020 after 40 years of continuous active service. He was born in Beaufort, South Carolina and was raised in a Marine Corps family. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering…
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Greg "Fitz" Fitzgerald, CEO of ITC Federal - CEOs You Should Know: Washington, DC
As the Chief Executive Officer, Greg Fitzgerald (Fitz) works alongside his executive management team, providing leadership, corporate governance, and strategic direction for the company to expand ITC’s business footprint into new public and private sector markets. He brings 20 years of experience...
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Jordan Justus, CEO of Automotus, Inc.
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Angie Gates, President and CEO of Events DC
WASHINGTON, DC - (October 13, 2022) - The board of directors of Events DC today named Angie M. Gates president and chief executive officer of the official convention and sports authority for the District of Columbia, following a comprehensive national search. Gates, who most recently served as…
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Matthew Small, President and CEO of Symplicity
With more than 20 years of experience in higher education, Matt is deeply committed to partnering with the global higher education community to redefine student and institutional success by leveraging Symplicity’s smart, innovative technology. Since becoming President & CEO of Symplicity, he has...
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Reuben Rotman of The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies
Reuben D. Rotman is the founding President and CEO of the Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies. The Network was established in 2017 following the merger of two predecessor associations, as an international membership association, with the mission of strengthening and advancing the Jewish…
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Sam Malhotra, CEO of ezVOLTZ.com, Inc.
Sam Malhotra is a seasoned entrepreneur, executive, and public servant with a proven track record of building and scaling organizations at the intersection of technology, infrastructure, and government. He is the Founder and CEO of ezVOLTz, a fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) charging managed...
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Jim Hamel, CEO, Swanson Health Products
A dynamic and seasoned executive, Jim Hamel assumed leadership of Swanson Health Products, a global vitamin and supplement company in November 2021. As CEO, he has led the company to achieve double digit revenue growth internationally in his first fiscal year and has overseen expansion into 170+...
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Amir Vexler, President and CEO of Centrus Energy
Amir Vexler is president and chief executive officer of Centrus Energy Corp. He also serves on the company’s board of directors. Mr. Vexler has extensive experience in the nuclear fuel industry and a strong background in manufacturing, engineering services, commercial operations, and business...
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Doug Riley, President & CEO of Thos. Somerville Co.
Doug Riley is the President and CEO of Thos. Somerville Co., a leading plumbing and HVAC wholesale distributor in the Mid-Atlantic region. His career with the company spans nearly four decades, beginning in 1985 as a summer warehouse associate in Fairfax, Virginia, and rising steadily through the...
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Elizabeth Gray, CEO of National Audubon Society
Dr. Elizabeth Gray serves as Audubon’s Chief Executive Officer, leading the organization toward its vision of a future where birds thrive. A champion of science-based conservation and a renowned expert in global conservation and climate change, she joined Audubon in March 2021 as President and...
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Katie Hooper, CEO and Co-Founder of Notorious111
Meet Katie Hooper, the spirited CEO of Notorious111, also known as The Optimist. In late 2023, Katie saw an opportunity to buyback Notorious111 (formerly HZDG) from BCW, a division of WPP. Her strategic refocusing of the agency's skill set, fueled by her relentless optimism, has positioned...
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Chad Kim, CEO of Bcore
Chad A. Kim is an accomplished CEO and technology executive known for driving transformative growth and operational excellence across the national security and advanced technology sectors. Over two decades, he has earned a reputation for rapidly identifying strategic opportunities and decisively...
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Michael McDermott, CEO of Chi-Chi's
Michael McDermott, founder and former CEO of Kona Grill, is a seasoned restaurant industry leader with a track record of creating and growing successful concepts. His portfolio includes the development of Tavern23, Rojo Mexican Grill, and Sushi on Shea. With extensive experience and a passion for...
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Carla Briceno, CEO, Bixal
Carla Briceno is the CEO and Co-Founder of Bixal, a mission-driven organization working at the intersection of human-centered design, technology, and data to help federal agencies deliver more accessible, effective and efficient public services. She leads an unparalleled team of strategists,...
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Clement D. Pappas, CEO of Stateside Brands
Clement Pappas is the CEO and a Co-Founder of Stateside Brands, the maker of Surfside Iced Tea + Vodka / Lemonade + Vodka, Stateside Vodka Sodas and Stateside Vodka. In 2015, Stateside Vodka launched as a premium, American craft vodka brand and distillery in the heart of Philadelphia, PA. Under...
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Eric Casaburi, CEO of Serotonin Centers
From a teenage gym employee to a powerhouse entrepreneur, Eric Casaburi has spent decades shaping the fitness and wellness industry. At just 23, he launched his first business, setting the stage for his breakout success as founder and CEO of Retro Fitness—a fitness franchise that redefined the…
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Bill Cobb, CEO of Frontdoor
Bill Cobb is an accomplished leader with expertise in consumer-focused, technology and online-focused businesses. He became chief executive officer of Frontdoor in June 2022 in addition to his role as Chairman of the Board of Directors and is passionate about accelerating the company’s digital...
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Bruce Case, President and CEO of Case Design
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Arthur (Bud) Morrissette IV of Interstate Moving Relocation Logistics
Bud Morrissette would be the first to tell you that moving is simply in his blood. He grew up in the moving business — literally and figuratively — under the guidance of his father, Arthur Morrissette Jr. and his grandfather, Arthur Sr., the founder of Interstate.Bud formally joined the…
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Jay Timmons, President & CEO of the National Association of Manufacturers
Jay Timmons is president and CEO of the National Association of Manufacturers and one of the longest-serving trade association leaders in America. Under his leadership, the NAM has doubled in size and helped manufacturers achieve sweeping wins on tax reform, infrastructure, regulatory…
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Eric Dell American Bakers Association
Eric Dell is President and CEO of the American Bakers Association (ABA). He leads the trade group’s mission of promoting and growing the commercial baking industry in partnership with its 375+ Members. Eric joined ABA from the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) as the...
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Heinan Landa, CEO, Optimal Networks
Heinan Landa is Founder & CEO of Optimal Networks, Inc. and author of The Modern Law Firm: How to Thrive in an Era of Rapid Technological Change. After earning his B.S. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Johns Hopkins University, Heinan went on to receive his MBA from…
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Rick Wagner, CEO of Agile Defense
Rick Wagner is the Chief Executive Officer for Agile Defense, an innovative IT services and solutions provider. As CEO, Mr. Wagner leads Agile Defense through strategic transformation with intentional investments in mission-guided innovation and deliberate M&A to drive Agile to the forefront of…
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Jennifer Lawson, CEO of Keep America Beautiful
Jennifer Lawson is President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful, a national nonprofit that works to inspire and educate people to improve and beautify their community environment. Previously, Jenny served as Chief Civic Innovation Officer at Points of Light where she led programs to help companies...
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Mahisha Dellinger, CEO of Huzzy Smart Sips
Mahisha Dellinger, star of “Mind Your Business with Mahisha,” a business show on Oprah Winfrey’s Network, pioneered the natural hair care market when she launched CURLS in 2002, a leading organic hair care company that took the natural hair movement by storm. Her journey to the top didn’t come...
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Anthony Featherstone, Executive Director, WorkSource Montgomery
Anthony Featherstone joined WSM in early 2021 with over fifteen years of workforce development experience. During his tenure at WSM, Anthony has prioritized system building, community engagement, business engagement, talent pipelines, youth career education, and measurable equity & impact. Prior…
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iHeart Washington DC's CEOs You Should Know highlights the executives and business leaders making an impact across the greater Washington DC region. We sit down with the minds behind some of the area's most notable companies to discuss their journey, their vision, and the challenges they've faced along the way. It's an inside look at the leadership driving business and innovation in our community.
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