Frederick, Md. [December 4, 2024] – Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc. (“Edgewater”), a leader in enterprise IT, cybersecurity, and systems engineering for U.S. Government customers, announces the unanimous appointment of Tom Ferrando as its new Chief Executive Officer by the Company’s Board of Directors.
Ferrando will lead Edgewater’s strategic growth into new and existing markets while ensuring continued success in delivering exceptional support to its customers. He will also remain a member of Edgewater’s Board of Directors.
“It is my distinct honor to join Edgewater as CEO. Over the past two years as Executive Board Chairman, I’ve gained a deep understanding of the company, its mission, and its culture of excellence,” said Ferrando. “My goal is to help Edgewater successfully navigate its large business transition by empowering the team to sustain and drive growth across multiple agencies. I’m committed to guiding Edgewater to its fullest potential as a leader in Federal IT contracting.”
Ferrando brings over 35 years of technology leadership experience working with the U.S. Government to design, build, and operate world-class technology solutions. Before joining Edgewater, he served as CEO of SalientCRGT from 2015 to 2021, leading the company’s growth into a 2,500-person organization supporting numerous federal and defense agencies until its acquisition by GovCIO. Prior to SalientCRGT, Ferrando served as President and CEO of CRGT from 2008-2015 as a spinoff from CherryRoad Technologies.
In addition to his role at Edgewater, Ferrando currently serves as Chairman of the Board for Vistant and Link Solutions, a Board member for GovCIO and CherryRoad Technologies, and advisory board member of the Nakupuna Companies. He also serves his alma mater, Seton Hall University, as a member of the advisory board for its Buccino Center Leadership Council. He earned a Master of Science in management from Stevens Institute of Technology and holds a Bachelor of Science in computer science from Seton Hall University.
About Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.
Edgewater is a venture-capital-backed provider of enterprise IT, cybersecurity, and professional services with a proven track record of excellence supporting federal customers in energy, health, and law enforcement sectors. A seven-time Washington Post Top Workplaces awardee and six-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies list, Edgewater maintains CMMI and ISO certifications. Its motto, “Our People… Your Edge,” reflects the company’s commitment to its employees as its greatest asset. Visit www.EdgewaterIT.com for more information.
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