Brandon Cogdell, MBA, PMP

Brandon Cogdell, MBA, PMP has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Brandon is currently serving as a Senior Program Manager/Contract Lead at RBR-Technologies, where they interact with clients, develops acquisition strategies, and provides subject matter expertise on acquisition-related issues. Prior to this, Brandon worked at the United States Department of Defense, holding positions such as Contracting Specialist (Installations and Logistics) and Contracting Specialist (Cybersecurity Directorate). In these roles, they initiated requirements, prepared and awarded contracts, and administered contracts, among other responsibilities. Brandon also has experience at Nestlé as a Territory Manager and at Walgreens as a Store Manager. Brandon began their career as an Intern at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Through their various roles, Brandon has demonstrated strong project management skills and expertise in contract administration and acquisition strategies.

Brandon Cogdell, MBA, PMP, holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with a focus on Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Brandon completed their undergraduate studies from 1999 to 2003. Later, they pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Coastal Carolina University, which they obtained from 2008 to 2011.

In addition to their formal education, Brandon Cogdell has obtained several certifications. Brandon is a Project Management Professional (PMP) certified by the Project Management Institute, which they achieved in October 2020. Brandon has also received certification as a Contracting Officer Warrant Authority with a $250K limit from the United States Department of Defense. Furthermore, they have DAWIA Level 1 Certification in Business Financial Management and DAWIA Level 2 Certification in Contracting, both from the United States Department of Defense. The specific dates of obtaining these certifications are not provided.