CGI Federal Taps Alisa Bearfield for President in Strategic Leadership Move

FAIRFAX, VA – June 24, 2026 – CGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A) has announced a significant leadership transition, appointing Alisa Bearfield as the new President of CGI Federal, its U.S.-based subsidiary serving federal agencies. The appointment, effective October 1, 2026, positions a seasoned executive with a deep history in federal technology at the helm of the nearly 8,000-professional organization. Bearfield will succeed Stephanie Mango, who is being elevated to the global role of Executive Vice-President and Chief Administrative Officer for CGI's worldwide operations.

This strategic move signals a dual focus for the global IT and business consulting giant: reinforcing its commitment to mission-critical U.S. federal clients while simultaneously leveraging that deep experience to drive enterprise-wide transformation and artificial intelligence adoption on a global scale.

A New Era of Leadership for Federal Modernization

Alisa Bearfield's appointment is a clear indicator of CGI Federal's continued focus on delivering sophisticated, high-impact technology solutions. With nearly three decades of experience supporting U.S. federal government clients, Bearfield is a well-respected figure known for her ability to translate complex technological capabilities into tangible mission outcomes.

"With nearly 30 years of experience supporting clients across the U.S. federal government, Alisa has consistently demonstrated the ability to guide teams and help agencies harness technology to modernize, transform, and achieve mission outcomes at scale," said Tim Hurlebaus, CGI President and Chief Executive Officer. "Alisa is widely respected for delivering complex digital programs grounded in security, transparency, and innovation."

Prior to this appointment, Bearfield led CGI Federal's civilian business unit, a powerhouse that secured $1.2 billion in prime contract obligations in federal fiscal year 2025 alone. Her leadership has been instrumental in several high-profile federal projects. Her recognition as a 2026 Fed100 award recipient highlights recent key accomplishments, including directing the deployment of the FAA's modernized NOTAM platform to provide real-time alerts to thousands of stakeholders, preventing major travel disruptions. Furthermore, she spearheaded initiatives that embedded automation and predictive analytics into financial systems at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), positioning the agency to scale AI across hundreds of initiatives to better serve veterans. Her work also improved enrollment and compliance systems for 56 million Medicare beneficiaries, ensuring the accurate management of over $51 billion in monthly payments.

Taking on her new role, Bearfield expressed her commitment to continuing this trajectory. "I am honored to take on this role and to continue leading our remarkable CGI Federal team," she stated. "Federal agencies have significant opportunities ahead to leverage emerging technologies and commercial best practices—whether to strengthen citizen experiences or safeguard national security assets. For more than 50 years, clients have trusted CGI with their most critical missions, and we look forward to helping shape what comes next."

Global Ambitions and the Agentic AI Imperative

While Bearfield steps in to lead the federal arm, Stephanie Mango's transition to a global executive role underscores a broader strategic initiative within CGI Inc. As Executive Vice-President and Chief Administrative Officer, Mango will support operations across 40 countries and more than 94,000 employees, a position that places her at the center of the company’s global evolution.

Mango's new mandate is explicitly focused on innovation at an enterprise level. "I look forward to this next chapter supporting CGI globally as we re-imagine enterprise processes and accelerate the adoption of agentic AI across our company," Mango said. This focus on "agentic AI"—advanced systems capable of autonomous action to achieve goals—signals CGI's ambition to be at the forefront of the next wave of artificial intelligence.

This strategic push is already underway. Just this month, CGI Federal launched a new AI-powered IT modernization offering built on its proprietary Yukon™ digital workforce platform. The solution is designed to give federal agencies rapid insight into complex legacy systems, transforming old code and documentation into actionable modernization roadmaps. This aligns with CGI's broader strategy of enhancing its core platforms, like the CGI Advantage ERP system, with integrated AI features to improve everything from finance and HR to procurement.

Mango emphasized the value of her background in this new endeavor. "The lessons learned from years of serving clients in mission-critical environments will be invaluable as I support our operations across 40 countries and more than 94,000 employees." This illustrates a key part of CGI's strategy: incubating and proving cutting-edge solutions within the demanding U.S. federal market before scaling them globally.

Navigating a Dynamic Federal Technology Landscape

The leadership change at CGI Federal comes at a pivotal moment for the government contracting industry. Federal agencies are aggressively pursuing IT modernization, with priorities centered on cloud adoption, robust cybersecurity, big data analytics, and artificial intelligence. However, according to industry reports like Deltek's 2026 GovCon Clarity study, contractors face challenges including accurate cost estimation and a persistent talent shortage. Cybersecurity is also paramount, with the full implementation of the CMMC 2.0 framework on the horizon.

CGI Federal, ranked No. 35 on the Washington Technology Top 100 list, is well-positioned to navigate this environment. The company's offerings, from its Momentum® platform trusted by over 190 federal organizations to its comprehensive managed services in infrastructure, applications, and cloud, directly address these government priorities. The appointment of Bearfield, a leader celebrated for her work in digital transformation, reinforces the company's alignment with the market's direction. Her proven expertise in delivering complex programs on time and on budget will be a critical asset as federal clients demand greater efficiency and demonstrable ROI from their technology investments.

A Testament to Leadership Cultivation

The seamless transition, with both Bearfield and Mango moving into elevated roles, serves as a powerful case study in CGI's approach to succession planning and leadership development. Promoting from within ensures continuity and stability for clients, who benefit from leaders with deep institutional knowledge and an intimate understanding of their missions.

This continuity is reinforced by the leaders' mutual respect and long-standing professional relationship. "I have worked closely with Alisa for many years and have full confidence in the leadership and vision Alisa will bring to CGI Federal," Mango affirmed. "It has been an honor to serve as President and to witness the positive impact our team continues to make for clients, communities, and one another."

This internal cultivation of talent allows CGI to maintain its signature client-proximity model, which emphasizes local accountability and long-term partnerships. By developing leaders who are steeped in this culture, the company ensures that its strategic direction remains closely tied to the success of the clients it serves, both in the federal space and around the world.