Armada Hoffler Announces Appointment of Jennifer Boykin to the Company’s Board of Directors
Armada Hoffler (NYSE: AHH) has appointed Jennifer Boykin to its Board of Directors. Boykin brings extensive leadership experience as the former Executive Vice President of Huntington Ingalls Industries and President of Newport News Shipbuilding (HII-NNS).
During her tenure at Newport News Shipbuilding, Boykin led significant digital transformation initiatives and secured the first 2-ship aircraft carrier contract in 30 years. Her career highlights include managing the construction of USS John C. Stennis and USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carriers, and serving in various leadership roles including Vice President of Engineering and Vice President of Quality Assurance.
Boykin holds a B.S. in marine engineering from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and an M.S. in engineering management from The George Washington University. She has served on multiple boards including the Virginia Business Council and has received notable recognitions such as the 2021 Kings Pointer of the Year award.
Armada Hoffler (NYSE: AHH) ha nominato Jennifer Boykin nel suo Consiglio di Amministrazione. Boykin porta una vasta esperienza di leadership come ex Vicepresidente Esecutivo di Huntington Ingalls Industries e Presidente di Newport News Shipbuilding (HII-NNS).
Durante il suo mandato presso Newport News Shipbuilding, Boykin ha guidato importanti iniziative di trasformazione digitale e ha ottenuto il primo contratto per portaerei di 2 navi in 30 anni. I punti salienti della sua carriera includono la gestione della costruzione delle portaerei USS John C. Stennis e USS Harry S. Truman, e il servizio in vari ruoli di leadership tra cui Vicepresidente dell'Ingegneria e Vicepresidente della Qualità.
Boykin ha conseguito una laurea in ingegneria navale presso l'Accademia Marittima degli Stati Uniti e un Master in gestione ingegneristica presso la George Washington University. Ha servito in diversi consigli, tra cui il Virginia Business Council, e ha ricevuto riconoscimenti significativi come il premio 2021 Kings Pointer of the Year.
Armada Hoffler (NYSE: AHH) ha nombrado a Jennifer Boykin en su Junta Directiva. Boykin aporta una amplia experiencia en liderazgo como ex Vicepresidenta Ejecutiva de Huntington Ingalls Industries y Presidenta de Newport News Shipbuilding (HII-NNS).
Durante su mandato en Newport News Shipbuilding, Boykin lideró importantes iniciativas de transformación digital y aseguró el primer contrato de portaaviones de 2 barcos en 30 años. Los aspectos más destacados de su carrera incluyen la gestión de la construcción de los portaaviones USS John C. Stennis y USS Harry S. Truman, y el servicio en varios roles de liderazgo, incluyendo Vicepresidenta de Ingeniería y Vicepresidenta de Aseguramiento de Calidad.
Boykin tiene una licenciatura en ingeniería marina de la Academia Marítima de EE. UU. y una maestría en gestión de ingeniería de la Universidad George Washington. Ha servido en múltiples juntas, incluido el Consejo Empresarial de Virginia, y ha recibido reconocimientos notables como el premio Kings Pointer of the Year 2021.
Armada Hoffler (NYSE: AHH)는 제니퍼 보이킨을 이사회에 임명했습니다. 보이킨은 헌팅턴 잉골스 산업의 전무 부사장 및 뉴포트 뉴스 조선소(HII-NNS)의 사장으로서 폭넓은 리더십 경험을 가지고 있습니다.
뉴포트 뉴스 조선소에서 재직하는 동안 보이킨은 중요한 디지털 전환 이니셔티브를 이끌었고 30년 만에 첫 번째 2척 항공모함 계약을 체결했습니다. 그녀의 경력 하이라이트에는 USS John C. Stennis와 USS Harry S. Truman 항공모함 건설 관리, 엔지니어링 부사장 및 품질 보증 부사장 등 다양한 리더십 역할이 포함됩니다.
보이킨은 미국 해양 상선 아카데미에서 해양 공학 학사 학위를 받았고, 조지 워싱턴 대학교에서 공학 관리 석사 학위를 취득했습니다. 그녀는 버지니아 비즈니스 위원회를 포함한 여러 이사회에서 활동했으며, 2021년 Kings Pointer of the Year 상과 같은 주목할 만한 인정을 받았습니다.
Armada Hoffler (NYSE: AHH) a nommé Jennifer Boykin au sein de son Conseil d'administration. Boykin apporte une vaste expérience en leadership en tant qu'ancienne Vice-Présidente Exécutive de Huntington Ingalls Industries et Présidente de Newport News Shipbuilding (HII-NNS).
Au cours de son mandat chez Newport News Shipbuilding, Boykin a dirigé d'importantes initiatives de transformation numérique et a obtenu le premier contrat de porte-avions de 2 navires en 30 ans. Les points forts de sa carrière incluent la gestion de la construction des porte-avions USS John C. Stennis et USS Harry S. Truman, ainsi que divers rôles de leadership, notamment Vice-Présidente de l'Ingénierie et Vice-Présidente de l'Assurance Qualité.
Boykin est titulaire d'un B.S. en ingénierie marine de l'Académie Maritime des États-Unis et d'un M.S. en gestion de l'ingénierie de l'Université George Washington. Elle a siégé à plusieurs conseils, y compris le Virginia Business Council, et a reçu des distinctions notables telles que le prix Kings Pointer of the Year 2021.
Armada Hoffler (NYSE: AHH) hat Jennifer Boykin in seinen Vorstand berufen. Boykin bringt umfangreiche Führungserfahrung als ehemalige Executive Vice President von Huntington Ingalls Industries und Präsidentin von Newport News Shipbuilding (HII-NNS) mit.
Während ihrer Amtszeit bei Newport News Shipbuilding leitete Boykin bedeutende digitale Transformationsinitiativen und sicherte den ersten 2-Schiff-Trägervertrag seit 30 Jahren. Zu den Höhepunkten ihrer Karriere gehören die Leitung des Baus der Flugzeugträger USS John C. Stennis und USS Harry S. Truman sowie verschiedene Führungspositionen, darunter Vizepräsidentin für Engineering und Vizepräsidentin für Qualitätssicherung.
Boykin hat einen Bachelor-Abschluss in Marine Engineering von der U.S. Merchant Marine Academy und einen Master-Abschluss in Engineering Management von der George Washington University. Sie hat in mehreren Gremien gedient, darunter dem Virginia Business Council, und erhielt bedeutende Auszeichnungen wie den Kings Pointer of the Year Award 2021.
- Addition of experienced executive with proven leadership in digital transformation
- Board strengthened with expertise in large-scale project management
- New director brings strategic vision and operational excellence background
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Boykin’s leadership and diverse experience bring invaluable insights to the Company
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Armada Hoffler (NYSE: AHH) announced that Jennifer Boykin has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors.
“We are excited to welcome Mrs. Boykin to our Board of Directors,” said Shawn Tibbetts, Chief Executive Officer and President of Armada Hoffler. “Her extensive leadership experience and strategic vision will significantly enhance our Board's ability to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of our industry. We look forward to benefiting from her insights as we continue to execute on our long-term goals and drive sustainable growth for the Company.”
Boykin’s transformational leadership has spanned decades, serving as the Executive Vice President of Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. and President of Newport News Shipbuilding (HII-NNS), the largest business division within the company. Under her leadership, Newport News Shipbuilding underwent a significant digital shipbuilding transformation with the adoption of digital shipbuilding tools replacing traditional drawings. She also led the first 2-ship aircraft carrier contract in 30 years.
Over the course of her career, Boykin has driven enhanced business performance through leadership development and continuous improvement. She was the construction manager during the building of USS John C. Stennis and USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carriers. She led the companies Facilities and Waterfront Support division and served as Vice President of Engineering and Vice President of Quality Assurance and Process Excellence before taking the helm in 2017.
A recognized advocate for STEM education and workforce development, Boykin has served on several influential boards, including the Virginia Business Council, the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Growth and Opportunity Board, and the Women’s Initiative Network Board at Old Dominion University.
Boykin holds a B.S. in marine engineering from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, NY, where she was appointed by the President of the United States to serve on the Board of Visitors in 2019. She also earned an M.S. in engineering management from The George Washington University School of Engineering. Boykin has received numerous accolades, including the 2021 Kings Pointer of the Year and the 2023 Jack Flannigan Award from the Marine Machinery Association.
About Armada Hoffler
Armada Hoffler (NYSE: AHH) is a vertically integrated, self-managed real estate investment trust (“REIT”) with over four decades of experience developing, building, acquiring, and managing high-quality office, retail, and multifamily properties located primarily in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern United States. We also provide general construction and development services to third-party clients, in addition to developing and building properties to be placed in our stabilized portfolio. Founded in 1979 by Daniel A. Hoffler, Armada Hoffler has elected to be taxed as a REIT for U.S. federal income tax purposes. For more information visit ArmadaHoffler.com.
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Armada Hoffler
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Email: CForrest@ArmadaHoffler.com
Phone: (757) 612-4248

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