Jeffrey MacLaughlan of CACI has won WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Award for Chief Financial Officer of the Year (Private & Public Company, annual revenue greater than $500 million).
On June 2, WashingtonExec unveiled the winners of the 2026 Chief Officer Awards, its premier recognition of the executives shaping the future of government contracting. This annual can’t-miss event celebrates bold, innovative leaders across government and industry.
The event took place at The Hilton in McLean, Virginia, where over 500 attendees came together for a memorable in-person luncheon.
In his finalist Q&A, MacLaughlan discussed CACI’s financial performance, his priorities going forward, and the leadership lessons that shaped his career.
“Over the past year, I’ve focused on CACI’s financial strength and flexibility through challenging times as we continue to deliver for our customers and continuously invest in long‑term growth,” MacLaughlan said. “I’m proud of how well the team has executed and delivered margin expansion and free cash flow generation year after year.”
Along with the government and industry winners, John G. Edwards, president of the CIA Officers Memorial Foundation, was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award. This award recognizes Edwards for his decades of exceptional service to the nation, marked by transformative leadership at the CIA and an enduring commitment to its people and mission.
WashingtonExec extends its gratitude to its silver sponsors, KippsDeSanto & Co. and Morgan Stanley; to its award sponsor, M&T Bank; and to its many table sponsors for their generous support.