Whether leading organizational transformation, diving beneath the ocean’s surface, or exploring a new corner of the world, Janet Clement approaches every challenge with the same mindset: curiosity, courage, and a belief that growth begins just beyond the comfort zone.
As CEO of Jefferson, Janet leads with a customer-first philosophy and a commitment to building people-centered cultures that drive innovation, collaboration, and results. With more than 35 years of experience across government and industry, she has built a reputation for helping organizations navigate change, accelerate growth, and deliver meaningful impact.
Since joining Jefferson in 2021, Janet has strengthened the company’s strategic focus, market position, and culture, empowering teams to solve complex government challenges with creativity and purpose. She was named GovCon Executive of the Year in 2025.
Prior to Jefferson, Janet led growth, innovation, and customer delivery across organizations ranging from small businesses to large federal contractors. She helped grow a small business from $20 million to $50 million through an innovative human resources shared services strategy and the successful capture of a landmark Department of Commerce contract. Her career also includes leadership roles at Unisys Federal, the U.S. Mint, and the Air Force Office of Scientific Research.
Janet serves on the Executive Committee of the Professional Services Council, sits on the Board of ACT-IAC, was named ACT-IAC Fellow of the Year in 2025, and advises NOVATech Works.
Beyond the boardroom, Janet is an adventurer at heart. She grew up water skiing, has gone skydiving, bungee jumping, competed in barrel racing, and developed a passion for scuba diving.