AISHA McGILL

Since joining Chantilly-based Koniag Government Services (KGS) four years ago, Aisha McGill has been instrumental in standing up several units at the Alaska native-owned government contractor, including its IT department and marketing and communications organization, as well as a unit focused on compliance. But what McGill takes greatest pride in is that she also built the teams that implemented this infrastructure for the company — emphasizing that it hasn’t just been a one-woman show.

In her role as chief business officer, McGill has prioritized mentorship, leadership development and diversity in hiring. To this end, she ensures that new hires holding leadership positions mirror the corporate culture already existent at Koniag and that those qualities, including work ethic, get “modeled” for direct reports. Also aligned with her desire to develop future leaders, she established the KGS Internship Program.

A James Madison University alum, she gives back to her school by being a contributor to the Women for Madison scholarship program, which provides funding for women attending JMU. As a woman in STEM, she also serves as a mentor for Girls Who Code and contributes to and participates in events for Dress for Success, a nonprofit that provides professional attire as well as networking and career development opportunities for women.

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