Jennifer Kennedy-Ness

Founder and President, Kennedy Solutions Group

Jennifer Kennedy-Ness is the Founder and President of Kennedy Solutions Group (KSG), a strategic advisory and government contracting firm that specializes in supporting mission-critical operations across the public sector. With over two decades of experience spanning criminal justice, compliance, defense sales, and sustainability-focused operations, Jennifer brings a unique blend of frontline insight and high-level strategy to her work with government and industry partners.

Before launching KSG in 2020, Jennifer served as Government Account Executive at Honeywell, where she drove smart infrastructure and security solutions for federal agencies. She previously held the role of Executive Vice President of Government Sales at AFP, leading national business development and procurement strategies for defense and homeland security clients. Earlier in her career, she managed complex regional accounts at G4S Compliance & Investigations and Alcohol Monitoring Systems, with a focus on law enforcement, monitoring technologies, and risk mitigation.

Jennifer began her professional journey in public service as Chief Deputy Probation Officer at Berea Municipal Court in Ohio, bringing a hands-on understanding of justice systems and community safety. She later transitioned into executive leadership at Alternative Horizon Counseling, overseeing behavioral health and compliance operations.

Jennifer is a committed advocate for national security innovation and sustainable government solutions. She is an active member of the International Stability Operations Association (ISOA), the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA), the Space Force Association (SFA), and serves as Vice Presdient of Women in Defense, Space Coast Chapter. She also contributes to women-led business initiatives through weVENTURE at Florida Institute of Technology.

Whether advising Fortune 100 clients or supporting small business growth in the federal space, Jennifer’s leadership is defined by purpose, precision, and a passion for empowering resilient operations.