Patrick Brende
Assistant Director of Development, Principal Gifts at University of Maryland
Patrick Brende is a highly accomplished individual whose expertise spans across various fields including Public Management, Non-Profit, and Organizational Management, Business Administration, Government and International Affairs, and Spanish. He completed his B.A. at Augustana University in South Dakota and his Master's degree in Public Management at the University of Maryland School of Public Policy.
Throughout his career, Patrick has held various positions from Research and Communications Analyst at Hegg Companies Inc, Project Manager Intern at Lemonly, and Head Governor at Union Board of Governors at Augustana College, SD. He has also worked as a Sales and Marketing Intern at Lifetouch Church Directories & Portraits, Writing Center Tutor at Augustana College, Student Ambassador/Advancement Ambassador at Augustana College, and Construction Apprentice at Brende Construction.
Currently, Patrick serves as the Coordinator at the Office of Principal Gifts at the University of Maryland. Prior to that, he worked as a State Scheduler/Legislative Correspondent at the United States Senate. His professional experience showcases his outstanding skills in project management, communication, research, and advocacy.