Brian Buffington

Brian Buffington is the President and Founder of Platinum Compass LLC, providing consulting services to the Technology, Media & Telecom sector since January 2022, focusing on strategy, business development, planning, product management, and financial analysis. Additionally, Brian serves as a Strategic Advisor for Dialog Group of Companies. Previously, Brian held various leadership positions at AT&T, including Executive Director of Corporate Strategy and Product Marketing, where responsibilities encompassed multiple product management groups and business data services. Prior experience includes roles at SBC and Ameritech, focusing on product marketing and business development. Brian started a professional career at EY, serving as a Senior Manager in strategy and technology planning. Academic qualifications include an MBA in Marketing and Finance from Harvard Business School, a BSEE in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, and an MSF in Financial Planning from Texas A&M University-Commerce.