Brent Kuszyk

Brent Kuszyk, MBA, currently serves as the Bridge to Industry Coordinator at the California Institute of the Arts, focusing on assisting BIPOC students in collaboration with The Walt Disney Company to enhance career opportunities in animation and the entertainment sector. As the Principal of a strategic marketing consultancy since 2011, Brent has provided expertise across various industries, including Fortune 500 companies and non-profits. A classical musician, Brent has performed extensively with prestigious organizations such as the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Pacific Symphony. Brent's commitment to education is evident through tenure as an adjunct professor of music at Biola University and service on the governing board of La Cañada Unified School District, where notable leadership roles included President and Vice President. Additionally, Brent contributed to the La Cañada Flintridge Educational Foundation, raising substantial funds to support education. Brent holds an MBA with a marketing emphasis from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School, along with Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Percussion Performance from Temple University.