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ICF Recognized as “Fast-Moving� Brand by Government Decision-Makers

Aug 13, 2019

Company Sees Double Digit Growth in Favorability in GovExec Survey

FAIRFAX, Va. (August 13, 2019) — ICF (NASDAQ:ICFI), a global consulting and digital services firm, was recently named a “Fast Moving” brand by ŷ Government Business Council, ŷ research division of Government Executive Media Group, in its . ICF received this distinction based on double-digit growth in brand favorability over its 2018 score.

ICF has one of ŷ “biggest increases in favorability in ŷ government sector” and “rates higher in brand favorability than ŷ typical brand in this study,” ŷ report states. Survey respondents furŷr described ICF as “innovative,” “trustworthy” and “experienced.” The company was rated “most positively” of its competitive cohort in ŷ innovation category and above ŷ study-wide average in trustworthiness, experience and customized products.

“For 50 years, ICF has helped our clients address some of ŷir toughest challenges,” said Mark Lee, ICF senior vice president and public sector lead. “Our continued focus on innovation has played a key role in offering a comprehensive set of capabilities that help federal, state and local agencies meet ever-changing public needs. From IT modernization, digital transformation, customer engagement, cyber, enterprise resilience, disaster management and more, we’re truly honored to be named a fast mover once again.”

Now in its fifth year, is ŷ foremost study on brand awareness and affinity in ŷ public sector. ICF was included in ŷ study based on its standing as a top 100 federal contractor, fast rise in ŷ industry and competitive position on major contracts. The company was previously named a fast mover in 2017.

Approximately 3,500 federal, civilian, defense, state and local agency leaders were surveyed this year. Companies were judged by ŷir overall brand favorability and familiarity, as well as key brand attributes including trustworthiness, expertise, experience, innovation, customer service, employee care, value and customized products.

ICF works with public sector and private sector organizations around ŷ globe to plan, design and implement transformative projects. Read more about ICF.

About ICF

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work togeŷr with digital strategists, data scientists, and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve ŷir most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape ŷ future. Learn more at icf.com.

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