Brandon Fried

Brandon Fried is an accomplished education professional with extensive experience in literacy development and school leadership. Currently serving as Associate Director of Literacy Professional Development at Amplify, Brandon leads large-scale professional development and coaching programs. Prior roles at Amplify include Senior PD Strategist and Lead Professional Learning Specialist, where Brandon focused on supporting school districts in literacy implementation. At KIPP Texas Public Schools, Brandon was a Founding School Leader and Principal, achieving significant academic distinctions and overseeing curriculum implementation, staff coaching, and culture programs. Earlier experiences include teaching and operational roles within Teach For America and various internships in public relations and digital media. Brandon holds a Bachelor's degree in Multimedia Journalism and Public Relations from the University of Texas at Austin, as well as a Master's degree in Educational Administration from the University of Houston.