Marquis Who's Who Honors Jeffrey Wertkin, JD, PhD, for Excellence in Risk Management and Expanding Global Markets
Press Release June 25, 2026
Jeffrey Wertkin, JD, PhD, brings more than two decades of diverse experience to his leadership role at Asphalt Systems Inc
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His accomplishments, ability to adapt quickly and devotion to helping others reflect his longstanding legacy of leadership, perseverance, continuous learning and community support.

WASHINGTON, D.C., June 25, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Jeffrey Wertkin, JD, PhD, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Marked by more than two decades of diverse experience in law, compliance and global market development, Mr. Wertkin currently serves as a Managing Director of Asphalt Systems Inc., a role he has held since 2023. Focusing on risk management and global markets, he is responsible for developing projects related to maintaining and preserving asphalt roadways and runways. He interfaces with the federal sector, collaborating closely with officials in the United States Department of Defense and the Federal Aviation Administration.

Mr. Wertkin is also leading efforts to expand Asphalt Systems' global presence in the manufacturing of asphalt-related products. Under his guidance, the company has pursued collaborations in Africa and Asia. Mr. Wertkin is leading the company's efforts to incorporate specifications for climate-resilient technology into major infrastructure projects. His mission is to introduce this relatively unknown innovation to stakeholders, advocating for its long-term benefits and promoting climate resilience in infrastructure development.

Prior to assuming his role at Asphalt Systems, Mr. Wertkin founded and served as the Director of The Diligence Group from 2020 to 2023, during which he provided legal consulting services and litigation support for small-scale law firms as well as advocacy groups. His ability to rapidly develop expertise in various subject areas proved invaluable in this role, enabling him to deliver high-quality counsel across a range of complex legal matters.

Also recognized for his contributions toward the educational sector, Mr. Wertkin worked as an adjunct professor at the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University in Washington D.C. from 2013 to 2017. Sharing his knowledge with future leaders in public policy, he taught his students about federal administrative law and the intricacies of how agencies conduct business.

Earlier in his journey, from 2010 to 2016, Mr. Wertkin served as a trial attorney at the United States Department of Justice. In this capacity, he represented the government in high-stakes litigation matters and worked as a public advocate to enforce the civil False Claims Act and maintain the legal rights of private citizens.

Mr. Wertkin began his legal career as an associate attorney at Patton Boggs LLP (now Squire Patton Boggs) in Washington D.C., where he excelled from 2003 to 2010. This foundational experience allowed him to cultivate his expertise in civil litigation cases and public policy matters with a focus on environmental and healthcare legislation.

Though his career counts many milestones, Mr. Wertkin considers his most significant achievement to be his ability to quickly master new subjects and new challenges. This skill has been pivotal both as an attorney — where rapid learning is essential — and in his current business-focused role, where adapting to emerging technologies and markets is critical.

Mr. Wertkin's equally impressive academic background is distinguished by a PhD in American government and politics from Georgetown University, which he completed in 2008. He also holds a Juris Doctor from Georgetown Law, earned in 2002, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Haverford College, awarded in 1998. Expanding his horizons by studying abroad for a year, he completed coursework in political science and government at The London School of Economics and Political Science in 1997.

Reflecting on his storied journey to date, Mr. Wertkin credits his early success to determination and the support he has received from his family; his later achievements have been shaped by humility and a grounded approach that allows him to build strong connections with his colleagues.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Mr. Wertkin is happily married and a proud father of two wonderful children. He is devoted family man and civically engaged as a volunteer with social services organizations and as a coach/manager for his kids' soccer teams.

Looking toward the future, Mr. Wertkin's primary goal is to develop global markets for Asphalt Systems' products in Africa and Asia. He finds this endeavor particularly exciting as it presents him with new challenges during the middle stages of his career and offers him opportunities for continued growth within the business industry. His accomplishments across multiple disciplines, ability to adapt quickly and devotion to helping others reflect his longstanding legacy of leadership, perseverance, continuous learning and community support.

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