Jefferson Consulting Group Named 2024 Greater Washington GovCon Finalist 

NVC and the Professional Services Council (PSC) have named Jefferson Consulting Group as a 2024 Greater Washington GovCon finalist as part of their Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards™. Jefferson is one of six finalists in the Contractor of the Year $25 – $75 Million category.  

The award is presented to a Greater Washington-area government contractor for distinguished financial and operational accomplishments and for outstanding contributions to its employees, the government contracting industry, and the U.S. Government in the past year. 

Jefferson is honored to be named a finalist for this prestigious award. NVC and PSC will host the awards ceremony and dinner on November 6, 2024.  

ExecutiveBiz: Kevin Houley Joins Jefferson Consulting Group as VP and Defense Portfolio Lead

Kevin Houley has been named vice president and defense portfolio lead of Jefferson Consulting Group.

In his new role, Houley will spearhead Jefferson Consulting Group’s advanced growth in the defense sector, the Washington, D.C.-based company announced Wednesday.

Martin Mackes, chief delivery officer of Jefferson Consulting Group, said, “His extensive experience and proven leadership in critical government initiatives will be invaluable as we continue to deliver on our current contracts and expand our presence in DoD and Intel agencies.”

Before joining Jefferson Consulting Group, Houley was an executive director for Teradata’s public sector business. Houley also served as the vice president of what was then L-3 Communications and held numerous leadership roles at TASC, overseeing worldwide classified initiatives.

Houley said he is excited to contribute to Jefferson Consulting Group’s mission of providing technical services to government customers.

“Jefferson is widely respected across our industry for its technical acumen and unwavering customer focus,” Houley said. “I look forward to contributing to our mission-critical work in support of our customers’ missions of consequence.”

During his career, Houley has supported national security programs for government agencies, including the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security.

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About Jefferson
Jefferson Consulting Group is an award-winning professional services firm dedicated to helping government and industry solve problems and deliver results. Jefferson has over 25 years of experience supporting more than 70 federal agency clients, helping them to address challenges and improve performance in the U.S. and overseas.

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CityBiz: Jefferson Consulting Group Appoints Laura Noce as Vice President of Human Resources 

Laura Noce
Vice President of Human Resources

Laura Noce has been named Vice President of Human Resources at Jefferson Consulting Group.  

“Laura is the perfect person to join our team at this juncture in our growth strategy,” said Janet H. Clement, Chief Executive Officer of Jefferson Consulting Group. “Laura’s strategic vision and ability to align operations to achieve short and long-term goals are exactly what we need.”

Laura is a proven subject matter expert in developing and implementing strategic HR plans and policies to support the company’s mission and strategy. She has more than 25 years of human resources experience in the government contracting space.

Laura holds a degree in business administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus. She is an active member of the national and local chapters of the Society of Human Resource Management.  

“I am extremely thrilled to be a part of the Jefferson team.  I am ready to bring my best to the Human Resources Department and excited for the journey ahead!” Laura Noce, Jefferson Consulting Group Human Resources Vice President. 

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About Jefferson 

Jefferson is an award-winning, minority- and woman-owned small business and a proven leader in acquisition, program management and strategic services, and human capital. Jefferson has over 25 years of experience supporting more than 70 federal agency clients, helping them to address challenges and improve performance in the U.S. and overseas. 

Jefferson Consulting Group’s Portfolio Leads, Karen O’Brien, Eric Bolstad, and Michelle Straughn Promoted to Senior Vice President

Karen O’Brien, a 19-year veteran of Jefferson, has been a beacon of leadership and innovation throughout her career. Having embarked on her journey from the Army JAG Corps, Karen’s trajectory has been marked by remarkable achievements, including managing the Government Contracts Program Publications at George Washington Law School. In her latest role as VP of the EA Portfolio, Karen expanded with numerous new customers and double-digit growth. Her steadfast dedication and leadership have contributed to Jefferson’s success.

Eric Bolstad, having 10 years with Jefferson and over 30 years supporting USAID, has been instrumental in expanding Jefferson’s footprint within the agency, recently winning contracts with the Africa Bureau, Bureau for Resilience, Environment, and Food Security, Office of Gender Equality & Women’s Empowerment, and the USAID Ghana. His extensive background with USAID contributed to cementing Jefferson as a leader in Institutional Support for USAID. Eric’s leadership exemplifies Jefferson’s unwavering commitment to excellence.

Michelle Straughn has brought a wealth of experience from higher education and management consulting. In her 4 years at Jefferson, Michelle spearheaded the formation of the INR portfolio, driving growth, customer expansion, and capability development. The portfolio has expanded presence in the Department of Transportation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Michelle’s foresight and dedication have been instrumental in advancing Jefferson’s delivery growth and service diversity.

“I’m excited for the next chapter with these talented leaders,” said Martin Mackes, Chief Delivery Officer, “their contributions to growth and customer expansion has been extraordinary.”

“Their unwavering commitment to customer service and to excellence embody the core values of Jefferson, and their contributions will continue to drive success in the years to come,” said Janet Clement, Chief Executive Officer.

About Jefferson: Jefferson is an award-winning, minority- and woman-owned small business and a proven leader in acquisitionprogram management and strategic services, and human capital. Jefferson has more than 25 years of experience supporting more than 60 federal agency clients, helping them to address challenges and improve performance in the U.S. and overseas.

For more information about Jefferson, reach out to our team at:

Jefferson Consulting Group – Contact Us
Email Address: contact@jeffersonconsulting.com 

Jefferson Consulting Group Awarded U.S. Air Force 505th Test and Training Group Academic & Training Support Contract

Jefferson Consulting Group announces the recent award by the U.S. Air Force 505th Command and Control Wing (CCW) of a 5 year, $38.8M contract to provide Academic and Training Support. Under this contract, Jefferson, and its partners, ACT1 and B3H, will provide course instruction, mission support, and exercise support to the 505th Command and Control Wing (505 CCW) in their mission to prepare and enable the joint force to execute war-winning command and control of airpower.

Jefferson Business Consulting Announces Partnership with High Top Public Affairs

Jefferson Business Consulting today announced a strategic partnership with High Top Public Affairs to provide clients with Capitol Hill insights and expertise. High Top Public Affairs specializes in public policy and government relations. The firm was founded by Adam Reece, former staff director of the U.S. Senate Veterans Affairs Committee and has over a decade of policy experience working on Capitol Hill.

“Over the years, we’ve worked with Adam both at High Top and in Congress and are thrilled to continue the relationship. Adam’s deep expertise on the Department of Veterans Affairs, public policy, and the inner workings of Congress will bring significant value to our clients,” said MJ Sivulich, Senior Vice President at Jefferson Business Consulting.

“I started High Top Public Affairs to provide clients with honest assessments and a comprehensive approach to make informed business decisions. My philosophy has always been to surround myself with leaders who consistently raise the bar for what can be achieved. Since day one, the team at Jefferson has been one of those partners for High Top. I believe our combined expertise will only enhance what we can accomplish for clients, and I could not be more excited for this partnership,” said Adam Reece, Founder of High Top Public Affairs.

About Jefferson Business Consulting, LLC
Jefferson Business Consulting has a track record for helping companies create, build, and sustain business with the federal government. Jefferson professionals are intimately familiar with the internal procurement processes, contractor community, and politics of the federal government and are adept at incorporating this knowledge into strategy and implementation plans for growth.

About High Top Public Affairs, LLC
High Top Public Affairs brings nearly two decades of experience in working in public policy and the private sector. High Top works with clients to navigate both the political and regulatory process, leaning on proven strategies in guiding private and public entities through change, crisis, and opportunity.

Jefferson Consulting Group Awarded HUD Acquisition and Program Support Services (APSS) BPA 

Jefferson Consulting Group has been awarded a five-year, $200 million dollar Acquisition and Program Support Services (APSS) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). 

Since launching in 1996, Jefferson has supported program offices and contracting offices to improve acquisition outcomes. Our acquisition and program management experts help bridge the gap between program management and acquisition to ensure better requirements, more effective acquisition strategies, and improved outcomes for our agency clients. Jefferson is well suited to support HUD as it seeks to obtain pre- and post-award acquisition and program management support to enable its important mission. 

HUD’s mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination; and transform the way HUD does business. Jefferson is working to support these objectives through improved acquisition and program management.  

“Jefferson is excited to bring its decades of experience in federal acquisition and program management support services to HUD. As the agency strives to meet increasing agency requirement demands, Jefferson is ready to assist throughout the acquisition and program management lifecycles,” said Jefferson CEO Janet Clement. 

About Jefferson: Jefferson is an award-winning, minority- and woman-owned small business and a proven leader in acquisition, program management and strategic services, and human capital. Jefferson has more than 25 years of experience supporting more than 60 federal agency clients, helping them to address challenges and improve performance in the U.S. and overseas. 

Jefferson Consulting Group Awarded USAID DDI GenDev Institutional Support Services Contract

Jefferson Consulting Group, a woman-owned small business, has been awarded a five-year, 41 million dollar Institutional Support Contract (ISC) in support of the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Development, Democracy, and Innovation (DDI) Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Hub (GenDev).   

The GenDev ISC contract is led by Jefferson Solutions and its partners, Social Impact and WI-HER. The team brings decades of experience in support of gender equality and women’s empowerment (GEWE) and leadership in institutional support and capacity building with USAID. The team will leverage a vast network of gender and women’s empowerment experts across USAID technical sectors to provide innovative and effective services for GenDev and Operating Units (OUs) in Missions and Washington.  

Cultivating, promoting, and protecting women’s and girls’ rights is a strategic imperative in helping to foster political stability and democracy. The GenDev ISC plays a crucial role in uplifting the economic rights of women, advocating for equal access to education for women and girls, and combating gender-based violence (GBV). Since women’s economic success has a ripple effect, these initiatives lead to healthier, more prosperous, and resilient communities at large. 

“We believe passionately in USAID’s vision of a world in which women and girls, and gender diverse individuals are afforded equal liberties to their counterparts and are empowered to secure better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities. As a woman-owned small business, we know firsthand of the obstacles to success. In countries where there are even greater challenges, it is crucial that we dedicate resources to overcoming restrictive gender norms and inequalities. Jefferson is proud to support USAID in creating an enduring impact through their programs to achieve this vision,” said Jefferson CEO Janet Clement. 

About Jefferson: Jefferson is an award-winning, minority- and woman-owned small business and a proven leader in acquisition, program management and strategic services, and human capital. Jefferson has over 25 years of experience supporting more than 60 federal agency clients, helping them to address challenges and improve performance in the U.S. and overseas. 

 

Jefferson Consulting Group awarded USAID RISSA Institutional Support Services Contract

Jefferson Consulting Group has been awarded a five-year 64 million dollar Institutional Support Contract (ISC) by the U.S. Agency for International Development Bureau for Africa (USAID/AFR). The Research and Institutional Support Services Activity (RISSA) will support the core mandate and activities of USAID/AFR to advance and implement its strategic priorities in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).

The RISSA contract is led by Jefferson and its partners, International Business & Technical Consultants (IBTCI), Stratitia, and 2c4 Technologies. With more than 30 years of experience providing institutional services and implementing more than 50 USAID ISCs with superior results, the team is well equipped to support USAID/AFR in its mission.

USAID/AFR works in partnership with African leaders and decision-makers to design, implement, and support development projects that address serious challenges in SSA. Tailoring programs to each country, USAID/AFR works to prevent conflict and violent extremism, support more accountable and democratic institutions, increase opportunities for economic advancement, provide access to and enable the delivery of health services, and more.  The Jefferson team will support these objectives by enabling effective, rapid-response high-quality support to USAID/AFR, USAID Missions and partners in SSA, including U.S. Presidential initiatives such as Power Africa, YALI, and Prosper Africa.

“The work of USAID/AFR and its partners is critically important to fostering global security, prosperity, health, freedom, and democracy. We passionately believe that international development programs are a necessity to better the lives of so many. We are honored to be chosen by the world’s premier international development agency to support their mission,” said Jefferson CEO Janet Clement.

About Jefferson: Jefferson is an award-winning, minority- and woman-owned small business and a proven leader in acquisition, program management and strategic services, and human capital. Jefferson has more than 25 years of experience supporting more than 60 federal agency clients, helping them to address challenges and improve performance in the U.S. and overseas.