Brendan Maynard

Brendan Maynard is an accomplished technology professional with extensive experience in network architecture and engineering. Currently serving as an Account Executive at Cisco since 2015, Brendan has held various positions, including Networking Experience Specialist and Systems Architect, while providing critical support to Fortune 500 clients. Previously, Brendan was the Principal Network Architect & CEO of NEIDaC, LLC, offering consulting services to optimize enterprise networks. Additional roles include Systems Engineer at Alcatel-Lucent, Network Engineering/Operations Director at Red Ventures, and Network Engineer at FirstEnergy, demonstrating a strong background in designing and managing complex network infrastructures. Brendan's career began as a Field Engineer in the U.S. Marine Corps, contributing to mission-critical communications during operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from The University of Akron and an Associate of Science in Networking & Security from Stark State University, complemented by multiple Cisco certifications.