Empower AI, a leader in AI-enabled technology services for federal missions, has named Juan Toves as its Chief Growth Officer (CGO), effective July 24, 2025. Toves succeeds Paul Harrington, who will return to his consulting practice but remain on Empower AI’s Advisory Board. This appointment strengthens the company’s focus on delivering innovative solutions for defense and civilian markets.
Juan Toves assumes the role of Chief Growth Officer, tasked with spearheading Empower AI’s enterprise growth strategy, business development, and capture operations across defense and civilian sectors. His appointment underscores the company’s commitment to mission-critical AI solutions. “Juan is a strong addition to our leadership team,” said Jeff Bohling, CEO of Empower AI. “He brings deep market understanding, a strategic mindset, and a clear focus on mission and customer success.”
With over two decades in government contracting, Toves has a proven track record of driving growth and leading high-performing teams. His prior roles include leadership positions at Akima, CSRA, and SAIC, and he served as Vice President of Business Development at Peraton. Additionally, his service on the AFCEA International Board of Directors highlights his dedication to advancing mission success in the federal market.
“I’m honored to join a team so deeply committed to the mission,” said Juan Toves. “This is an exciting opportunity to build on a strong foundation and expand our impact across the federal market. We are driving the shift from AI experimentation to mission-aligned, scalable adoption.”
Toves’ leadership will prioritize transforming AI strategies into measurable outcomes, aligning with Empower AI’s mission to bridge commercial innovation with federal needs. The company, headquartered in Reston, Virginia, leverages over 30 years of federal IT experience to deliver solutions that enhance workforce productivity and mission success. Recent contracts, such as a U.S. Army task order for health network modernization, reflect its growing influence.
Paul Harrington’s contributions as outgoing CGO were instrumental in Empower AI’s growth, and his continued involvement on the Advisory Board ensures ongoing strategic guidance. This transition positions Empower AI to accelerate its impact in delivering scalable, mission-aligned AI solutions for federal agencies.
Empower AI is built for government missions. We help federal agency leaders solve the government’s biggest IT challenges by bridging commercial innovation with missions of national importance. Our proven solutions and services provide a practical and secure path for agencies to realize the full potential of the workforce. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Empower AI leverages over three decades of mission-critical federal IT experience to ensure defense and civilian agencies have a direct path to meaningful transformation.
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