Russell Aldrich has joined Akima as the new vice president of business development for the company’s mission systems, engineering and technology group.
Aldrich will spearhead the group’s growth strategies while supporting Akima’s government and military customers, the Herndon, Virginia-based company announced Wednesday.
The mission systems, engineering and technology group executes a wide range of IT services, mission-critical support and analytic systems for national security and defense operations.
Mike Alvarado, chief growth officer at Akima, said, “Russell’s expertise is a cornerstone for Akima’s continued growth and innovation.”
“As we expand our footprint in the government sector, his unwavering commitment to delivering tailored solutions for clients, coupled with his people-centered leadership style that embodies Akima’s culture of collaboration, will play a vital role in driving our success,” noted Alvarado.
Aldrich’s Prior Experience
Aldrich holds more than two decades of experience in strategic growth, leadership and business development roles.
Before coming on board Akima’s leadership team, he served as the VP of business development at Leidos, where he spearheaded the company’s FEDSIM Center of Excellence. Aldrich also worked in numerous other senior positions, including director of business development at Lockheed Martin and executive leadership roles at CACI and Accenture.
