Our Team
The Lafayette Group, Inc. (LGI) leadership team offers a broad and deep set of skills gained through training and professional experiences in federal, state, local, tribal and territorial governments, as well as the private sector. Our accomplished leaders have unique expertise in public safety, emergency management, cybersecurity and risk management. We provide leadership and support at all stages and levels of projects from concept design through to execution and sustainment.
As Board Member and Chief Executive Officer of LGI, Keil Green leverages over two decades of experience to drive corporate growth and the transition to an employee-owned business model. He sets LGI’s vision and strategy, expanding its presence in public sector...
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Julie Brunelle leads critical work within LGI’s cybersecurity and risk management portfolio focusing on strategy, communications, stakeholder engagement, and cybersecurity operations. She has over 20 years of consulting experience in technology policy and implementation; federal...
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Frank Chechile manages LGI’s public safety and emergency management portfolio by leveraging telecommunications, public sector acquisition, and program management expertise to support public safety and the national security needs of federal, state, and local...
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Melissa DeSantis manages professional services support for several federal cybersecurity programs within the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. Her work spans acquisition, cyber risk management, business operations, and internal...
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Perry Fergus leverages over three decades of experience to drive corporate development and strategy. He leads initiatives to expand business operations, capabilities, and partnerships in support of company growth objectives. Recognized as an expert in innovative...
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Ami Griffin aligns over 20 years of global HR experience with the company’s key goals to enhance culture and organizational effectiveness. A member of the Leadership Team, she spearheads strategic HR initiatives that drive growth and inclusivity. Her leadership...
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David Hale leads finance, accounting, and contract administration at LGI and serves as the Facility Security Officer. With more than 15 years of experience in the professional services industry, he has expertise in budgeting, finance, and contract management...
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David McGuire has 20+ years of experience developing and implementing strategic solutions for standing up, implementing, and maturing organizations and intergovernmental programs focused on improving the resilience of our nation’s cyberspace and critical...
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Manesh Mathew brings nearly 20 years of extensive experience in program and portfolio management, business development, data analytics, and executive leadership. As Vice President, he leads strategic capability development and business growth in support of...
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Jessica Potter has more than 20 years of experience in strategy and technology consulting. She is part of the public safety and emergency management portfolio focused on leveraging telecommunications and program management expertise to support public safety...
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Shawn Ward leads LGI’s corporate IT and operations security in addition to the company’s workforce development and training efforts. He draws expertise and insight from 25 years of leadership roles in government consulting and law enforcement to build...