Brian Gifford

Brian Gifford is a seasoned leader in business operations and project management, currently serving as Senior Director at Northwestern Mutual since November 2014. With a robust background in agile project management and engineering, Brian has held multiple roles, including Lead Program Manager and Scrum Master, where responsibilities included budget management and development of performance metrics for significant corporate initiatives. Prior to Northwestern Mutual, Brian contributed to public outreach and project analysis at Waukesha County Recycling and Solid Waste Program and directed program operations at The Mountain Retreat and Learning Center. Experience also includes roles in environmental education and governmental relations, advocating for Pennsylvania's counties. Brian holds a Bachelor of Science in Forest Science from Pennsylvania State University and a Master of Science in Public Administration from National University.