Brett joined SID-US in January 2024 first as a Program Associate, and later in September 2024 as the Network Associate for the Young Professionals in Development Network. He recently graduated from American University, where he majored in International Relations and Economics, with a specific interest in International Development/Development Economics. During his study abroad, Brett lived, studied, and worked in Nairobi, Kenya, where he was an international economics fellow at the Institute of Economic Affairs, a highly engaging experience. He currently works as a Project Management Analyst at Abt Global in their Global Development Group division where he helps assist with various international development projects.
Outside of his work experience, Brett remains an avid traveler and during his study abroad experience he was able to visit a plethora of nations including Belgium, France, Italy, Netherlands, Luxembourg, and Kenya. Over the last few years, he has also helped to coordinate the Mexico City Model United Nations conference held annually in Mexico City. Brett remains highly optimistic regarding the state of international development and hopes to one day play a transformative part in this highly important sector.