Aperio Global CEO Earl Stafford Jr. has received the 2025 Wash100 Award. Executive Mosaic CEO and Wash100 Award founder Jim Garrettson paid a visit to Aperio Global to personally congratulate Stafford for his first Wash100 win.
Since 2014, the Wash100 Award has been given to government and government contracting leaders who are making the most significant impact within their respective organizations and the sector. Each winner is handpicked based on their leadership, vision, successes and potential.
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The award recognizes Stafford and Aperio Global’s role in ensuring that government agency IT systems are protected against cyberthreats. The company develops cutting-edge solutions to meet the technology needs of public sector customers.
“As CEO of Aperio Global, Earl is leading the charge in cybersecurity, intelligence, and IT solutions, helping government agencies stay ahead in an increasingly complex threat landscape,” commented Garrettson. “His leadership has fueled Aperio’s growth, driving innovation and expanding the company’s footprint in the national security space.”
Stafford was appointed CEO of Aperio Global in 2019. According to his profile on LinkedIn, he also held leadership roles at LR-Associates, The Stafford Foundation, Lockheed Martin and Universal System & Technology.
The executive continues to drive innovation and lead Aperio Global toward growth. His achievements over the past years and his future successes make him worthy of receiving the 2025 Wash100 Award.
Congratulations to Stafford and Aperio Global for their win.