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Jennifer Simmon Woods

Founder & President

Traversant Group


Jennifer Woods, President of Traversant Group, has over 15 years progressive experience in government relations, strategic planning, and public policy.  Prior to starting Traversant Group, she served as a Principal at Arizona's largest public affairs firm and has worked as a litigator in Phoenix at two national law firms after serving as a judicial clerk at the Arizona State Court of Appeals.  Traversant Group is passionate about helping businesses create successful and sustainable relationships with the federal, state and local government. By combining legal expertise with lobbying know-how and business savvy, Traversant Group offers insights and perspectives into government contracting that others can’t.  Our ability to work effectively with top government decision-makers paired with our understanding of the nuts and bolts of the procurement process and up-to-date market intelligence, gives our clients an unparalleled advantage.  Ms. Woods graduated cum laude from the University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law.  She also received her MBA and Bachelors of Science with Honors from the University of Arizona, making her a Triple Cat.  Jennifer is involved in a variety of community activities, mainly centered around her two young sons.