Deltek announces new chief marketing officer

Herndon-based software company and federal contractor Deltek announced Wednesday that it has appointed Dan Barnhardt as its chief marketing officer.

“Dan’s creative and strategic approach to marketing will be instrumental as we sharpen Deltek’s voice and modernize how we engage in the market,” Deltek President and CEO Bob Hughes said in a statement.

Barnhardt succeeds Perry Hardt in the role. He’ll report to Deltek’s senior vice president and chief commercial officer, Natasha Engan, and focus on brand evolution, digital engagement, demand generation and customer advocacy.

“Deltek became a global leader trusted by 30,000 customers by distinguishing itself through a commitment to customer service and product excellence, and the opportunity to build on that strong foundation is incredibly exciting,” said Barnhardt in a statement. “I’m looking forward to connecting with Deltek customers, partners and team members alike as we accelerate growth for the next chapter of the company’s evolution.”

Before Deltek, Barnhardt most recently served as vice president of corporate marketing at Icertis. Before that, he held marketing leadership positions for Precisely and Infor. He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Vanderbilt University.

Headquartered in Herndon, Deltek provides enterprise software and information solutions. It has more than 4,000 employees worldwide.