Our Executive Leadership


Bruce Caswell
President and Chief Executive Officer
Bruce drives Maximus' vision to help governments modernize and deliver critical services like Medicaid, Medicare, and disability assessments. Since joining in 2004, he has held senior leadership roles across all business segments, leveraging over 30 years of public sector experience to expand the company’s digital and clinical capabilities.
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David Mutryn
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Since joining Maximus in 2016, David has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s financial strategy. As CFO, he ensures fiscal discipline and supports growth, drawing on experience from senior roles at CSRA and SRA International, as well as an MBA from the Wharton School.
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Michelle Link
Chief Human Resources Officer
Overseeing Maximus’ global HR strategy, Michelle leads talent acquisition, workforce solutions, and organizational development. With more than 25 years of HR leadership across healthcare, government, and defense sectors, she joined the company in 2020, where her expertise in managing diverse workforces strengthens Maximus' mission to deliver exceptional public services.
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John Martinez
Chief Legal Officer
With more than 25 years of legal and governance expertise, John leads Maximus’ global legal, contracts, ethics, and compliance functions. Before joining the company, he held senior legal roles at GE Aerospace and Raytheon, bringing deep experience in government contracting, corporate governance, and risk management.
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Derrick Pledger
Chief Digital and Information Officer
Derrick leads Maximus' digital and information strategy, driving technology innovation and modernization. With over 20 years of experience in cloud computing, AI, and data analytics, he joined the company in 2024, following his role as CDIO at Leidos, where he oversaw global IT operations for a $15 billion enterprise.
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Ilene Baylinson
General Manager, U.S. Services Segment
For over three decades, Ilene has helped shape Maximus' service delivery across health and human services. As leader of the U.S. Services Segment, she oversees operational and financial activities, driving efficiency and impact for some of the company’s largest contracts, and has been instrumental in redesigning operations to enhance public services.
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Kevin Reilly
General Manager, Outside the U.S. Segment
Kevin Reilly is responsible for all Maximus business lines operating outside of the United States. This portfolio extends across health insurance program administration, independent assessments, occupational health and digital wellness, drug information systems, workforce and disability services, and family maintenance.
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Dr. Arvenita W. Cherry
Vice President, Global Impact and Belonging, and President and Chairperson, Maximus Foundation
Dr. Cherry is vice president of Global Impact and Belonging and Maximus Foundation president and chairperson of the Board of Directors. She joined Maximus in September 2020 and has served the Foundation as president and as chairperson since October 2022 and May 2023, respectively.
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Jericho Seguin
Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and Strategic Planning
Jericho drives Maximus' corporate development, spearheading strategic initiatives and acquisitions to fuel growth across all business segments. With a background in investment banking and consulting, he plays a key role in identifying new opportunities and strengthening the company’s market presence, supported by his academic expertise from Brown and Kellogg.
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