Dirk Brown

Dirk Brown has extensive work experience in various roles within the telecommunications and technology industries. Dirk currently serves as the Vice President of Product Management at Neighborly Software. Prior to that, they worked at Conserv as an Advisor in Market Development, where they focused on exploring additional markets for environmental monitoring technologies. Dirk also worked at Charityvest as a Business Development specialist, collaborating with Earthshare to provide workplace giving solutions. Dirk has a passion for urban development and housing options, as evidenced by their role as an Innovation Housing Advocate/Developer. Earlier in their career, Dirk held senior positions at PGi and AT&T, where they played key roles in global product management and strategy. Dirk started their career as a Product Implementation Consultant at Watring & Associates and worked as a Marketing Programs Consultant at MCI Telecommunications Corporation. Dirk's vast experience also includes a role as a Product Manager at Hitachi Telecom. Overall, Dirk Brown's work experience demonstrates their expertise in product management, business development, and strategic planning in the telecommunications and technology sectors.

Dirk Brown has a BA in Classics from William & Mary, which they obtained from 1980 to 1984. Dirk also attended Harvard University for a summer study program in Greece in 1983. In 1988, Dirk enrolled in Emory University - Goizueta Business School and completed their MBA in Product Management and Marketing in 1990. Furthermore, Dirk has obtained several certifications throughout their career. In 2008, they completed the Practical Product Management with Requirements course at Pragmatic Marketing. In 2018, they became Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC) through the Scrum Alliance. Lastly, Dirk obtained the Accessory Dwelling Unit Specialist certification from the Accessory Dwelling Academy in June 2019.