Cherokee Federal names new operating chief
Clint Bickett is the new COO for Cherokee Federal. Courtesy of Cherokee Federal
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Nick Wakeman
The two-decade industry veteran's career includes senior roles at PAE, Lockheed Martin and General Electric.
Cherokee Federal has named a new chief operating officer in Clint Bickett, who will oversee the company's growth plans and delivery of solutions across the federal market.
The nearly two-decade industry veteran most recently was president and chief financial officer of the former PAE's global mission services group, which was a nearly $2 billion-annual revenue entity with close to 13,000 employees.
“I am excited about what Clint will bring to our organization,” Cherokee Federal President Steven Bilby said in a release. "His contributions will undoubtedly bolster our business and help us continue to build solutions and enhance delivery for our customers.”
Bickett also has held leadership positions at Lockheed Martin and General Electric. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University and a masters of business administration from the University of Phoenix. He also served in the Army.
Cherokee Federal ranked No. 42 on the 2022 WT Top 100 list of the largest federal technology contractors.