Jess Borrevik, the Chief Technology Officer for ICF’s energy, environment, and infrastructure group, has been announced as a finalist for the Cloud Executive of the Year, Public Company, category at the WashingtonExec’s 2024 Pinnacle Awards. Borrevik has been leading ICF’s efforts to accelerate the adoption of cloud and advanced technologies such as AI/GenAI to tackle challenges faced by federal, state, local, and utility clients in the energy, environment, and infrastructure sectors.
In 2024, Borrevik spearheaded the integration of several ICF technologies into the cloud and ensured they are built for the AI/GenAI future. One notable achievement is the development of ClimateSight®, an AWS cloud- and AI-enabled industry solution that enhances climate analysis by providing custom projections of climate and extreme weather impacts for specific communities.
Furthermore, Borrevik is focused on accelerating technology capabilities in renewable energy siting, energy efficiency, disaster management, and more by leveraging data and analytics technology. He emphasizes the importance of evolving cloud capabilities to meet clients’ demands for complex insights faster, highlighting the need for enhanced data management and modernization.
In terms of career advice, Borrevik encourages individuals to continuously learn and broaden their skills while developing strong people skills, emphasizing the importance of building successful teams. Additionally, he shares a fun fact about enjoying spending time with his kids, participating in activities like playing football with his son and reciting lines with his daughter who is involved in acting and musical performances.
Overall, Borrevik’s dedication to leveraging technology to address critical challenges and his focus on delivering high-impact solutions make him a deserving finalist for the Cloud Executive of the Year award.
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