Pat Contreras

Pat Contreras is the Vice President of Business Development at McCownGordon Construction, a position he has held since March 2017. He is based in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area and has extensive experience in business development and public affairs.

Professional Background

• Current Role: As Vice President, Contreras focuses on expanding business opportunities for McCownGordon Construction, leveraging his extensive network and industry knowledge.
• Previous Experience:
  • He has served as a Partner at the Truman National Security Project since December 2013.
  • He was a Term Member of the Council on Foreign Relations from June 2014 to June 2019.
  • He ran for political office as a Statewide Political Candidate for Treasurer in Missouri from April 2015 to August 2016.
  • Before his current role, he worked as a U.S. Diplomat/Foreign Service Officer at the U.S. Department of State from August 2008 to January 2014.

Education

Contreras holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Columbia University, focusing on Public and Economic Policy. He also earned a BSBA in Economics and International Business from Saint Louis University.

Community Involvement

In addition to his professional roles, he has been involved with various organizations, including serving on the Jackson County MO Veterans Task Force and advising the Hispanic Heritage Foundation.

Contreras is recognized for his leadership skills and has been featured in publications such as Ingram's Magazine's "40 Under 40" list, highlighting his contributions to both business and community initiatives.1