Brian Jackson

Brian Jackson, PhD has a diverse work experience across various industries. Brian is currently the Managing Director of Customized Training Operations for the Western Region at Virginia Economic Development Partnership. Previously, they were the Managing Partner at Controlled Outcomes, where they provided strategic solutions to organizations. Brian has also served as the Vice President of Workforce Services at Danville Community College and as the Director of Workforce Development at Southern Virginia Higher Education Center. Additionally, Brian has held roles as a Proposal Coordinator at Huntington Ingalls Industries, a Senior Instructional Systems Designer at Camber Corporation - Technical Solutions Group Huntington Ingalls Industries, and as the Dean of Education and Interim Dean of Education at Fortis College - Richmond.

Brian Jackson, PhD, has a comprehensive education history that spans over several years. Brian obtained their Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Business Administration from Averett University between 1999 and 2002. Following this, they pursued a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Education from Capella University, completing it from 2002 to 2006. Building upon their previous education, Brian obtained a PhD in Human Services from Capella University between 2008 and 2014.

In addition to their formal degrees, Brian has also earned various certifications that enhance their skills and knowledge in different areas. In 2006, they obtained a Six Sigma Green Belt certification from Aveta Business Solutions. In 2013, they received a certification in LIFO from The Schutz Company. In 2015, Brian completed a Mini MBA Certification from the University of Richmond - Robins School of Business. Continuing their professional development, they obtained several Coursera Course Certificates in 2016, including "Introduction to Project Management Principles and Practices Specialization," "Project Management Capstone," "Managing Project Risks and Changes," "Budgeting and Scheduling Projects," and "Initiating and Planning Projects." Lastly, in 2019, they became a Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP) through the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP).

Brian Jackson's education history and array of certifications demonstrate their dedication to continuous learning and professional growth in both academia and practical skills.