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I am a dynamic arts educator with an MFA in Musical Theater Writing, passionate about interdisciplinary curriculum development and fostering creativity in diverse student populations. I have a proven track record in artistic practice, community engagement, and mentorship, committed to advancing co-creation in the arts through cultural diversity and imaginative teaching. My work spans musical theater performance, directing, composition, orchestration, and coaching across prestigious institutions and community programs.
Over the years, I have engaged deeply with educational institutions like NYU, Temple University, and NJPAC, developing innovative curricula and leading impactful projects that significantly improved student outcomes. As an executive and communications coach, I have empowered clients in top-tier organizations to enhance leadership and communication skills. My creative works include multiple original musicals and compositions presented nationally in renowned venues, reflecting my dedication to musical storytelling and artistic collaboration.
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Work Experience
Special Guest Lecturer (Musical Theatre) at Various Universities
February 1, 2007 - PresentFacilitated 25 guest lectures at institutions such as Pace University, University of Colorado, and Syracuse University, contributing to a 75% improvement in students' practical skills assessments. Lectured on musical theater performance, directing, writing, song interpretation, casting, and text analysis, connecting academic study with NYC's artistic practice and experimentation.
Adjunct Professor of Music Theory and Musical Theater Ensemble Performance (Substitute) at New York University
November 1, 2024 - August 8, 2025Continued established musical theater performance and theory curriculum, teaching freshmen to senior classes under notable faculty supervision.
Director of Musical Theater Education at New Jersey Performing Arts Center
June 1, 2023 - August 8, 2025Designed a comprehensive curriculum benefiting over 10,000 students, including 6,000 from BIPOC communities, resulting in a 30% increase in student test scores. Led workshops for teaching artists, supervised curriculum creation for in-school and after-school programs, and collaborated with 100+ students on original musicals in the Newark Public School area.
Adjunct Professor, Head of MFA Musical Theater Composition at Temple University
January 1, 2018 - August 8, 2025Collaborated to create the MFA Musical Theater Collaboration program focusing on collaboration and musical theater foundations. Taught Practicum, Music Theory, and Music Outside of Broadway courses. Coordinated vocational training in NYC producing 20 original songs and increasing student confidence by 300%.
Assistant Director of Education at TADA! Youth Theater
March 1, 2007 - August 8, 2025Taught musical theater creation for K-12 in various settings and managed budgets and payroll for over 30 teaching artists and interns involved in multiple programming formats.
Executive Coach / Communications Coach at BetterUp
April 1, 2022 - PresentDelivered transformative coaching to 100+ leading clients such as Google and Warner Bros., increasing leadership effectiveness by 125% and communication skills by 200%. Achieved top 5.17% Member Progress Index rating indicating exceptional client growth.
Owner and Lead Coach at Coaching with Brett
December 1, 2020 - PresentConducted seminars on soft skills impacting institutions like NYU and the U.S. Dept. of Education. Led weekly brainstorming sessions fostering creativity. Guided over 60 clients to personal and professional achievements including authorship and executive presence development.
Owner, Engagement Manager, Composer, Orchestrator, Arranger at Makai Music
January 1, 2007 - PresentCurated and managed collaborative performances featuring renowned artists, leading sold-out and critically acclaimed concerts. Composed and orchestrated music across various platforms including Lincoln Center, NBC, A24, and New York Musical Festival. Creator of five full-length musicals with productions and workshops at notable venues.
Engagement Manager at Coachingworks NYC
June 1, 2021 - August 8, 2025Optimized consultant workflows achieving 45 interviews in three weeks. Issued weekly progress reports to 100+ stakeholders and facilitated change management initiatives impacting organizational growth.
Team Coordinator at The Rockefeller Foundation
January 1, 2020 - August 8, 2025Managed budgeting and global publication execution aligned with the United Nations General Assembly standards. Coordinated cross-functional projects improving efficiency by 250%, and developed change management plans increasing networking capabilities by 25%.
Special Guest Lecturer (Musical Theatre) at Various Universities
February 1, 2007 - PresentFacilitated 25 guest lectures at institutions including Pace University, University of Colorado, and Syracuse University, contributing to a 75% improvement in students' practical skills assessments. Taught classes covering musical theater performance, directing, writing, song interpretation, casting, and text analysis that connect colleges to NYC through artistic practice and experimentation.
Adjunct Professor of Music Theory and Musical Theater Ensemble Performance (Substitute) at New York University
November 1, 2024 - August 8, 2025Implemented and sustained musical theater performance and theory curriculum set by established faculty, teaching freshman through senior classes and contributing to comprehensive musical education.
Director of Musical Theater Education at New Jersey Performing Arts Center
June 1, 2023 - August 8, 2025Designed a musical theater curriculum benefiting over 10,000 middle and high school students including 6,000 from BIPOC communities, driving a 30% increase in test scores. Led workshops for over 30 teaching artists and supervised curriculum for multiple residency programs, collaborating with 100+ students in producing original student-written musicals in Newark Public Schools.
Adjunct Professor, Head of MFA Musical Theater Composition at Temple University
January 1, 2018 - August 8, 2025Co-created the MFA Musical Theater Collaboration program focusing on collaboration and musical theater creation. Taught Practicum, Music Theory, and Music Outside of Broadway courses. Coordinated NYC vocational training for 6 students, resulting in 20 original songs performed by Broadway talent and a 300% boost in student performance confidence.
Assistant Director of Education at TADA! Youth Theater
March 1, 2007 - August 8, 2025Taught musical theater creation programs for K–12 students across after-school, in-house, and in-school settings. Managed budgets and enlisted over 50 teaching artists for after-school programming. Oversaw hiring, development, and payroll management for teaching artists and interns.
Executive Coach / Communications Coach at BetterUp
April 1, 2022 - PresentDelivered transformative coaching sessions for 100+ clients including Google, Warner Bros., and Wells Fargo, achieving significant improvements in leadership effectiveness and communication skills. Earned a top 5.17% rating in the Member Progress Index indicating exceptional client satisfaction and growth.
Owner and Lead Coach at Coaching with Brett
December 1, 2020 - PresentConducted 20+ seminars on soft skills impacting organizations like NYU and U.S. Dept. of Education. Facilitated weekly brainstorming to foster innovation and guided over 60 clients to personal and career milestones such as authorship and executive presence development.
Owner, Engagement Manager, Composer, Orchestrator, Arranger at Makai Music
January 1, 2007 - PresentManaged multiple sold-out collaborative performances with renowned artists. Provided composition, orchestration, and performance services in prestigious venues and media including Lincoln Center, NBC's Smash, A24's Dicks: The Musical, NY Musical Festival, and others. Created five full-length musicals and numerous original works.
Engagement Manager at Coachingworks NYC
June 1, 2021 - August 8, 2025Optimized consultant workflows achieving 45 interviews in three weeks and produced weekly progress reports for 100+ stakeholders. Facilitated change management report implementation resulting in critical organizational changes.
Team Coordinator at The Rockefeller Foundation
January 1, 2020 - August 8, 2025Managed budgeting and execution of globally distributed publications aligned with the UN General Assembly. Coordinated multi-department projects improving efficiency by 250%. Developed change management plans engaging 10 new employers, enhancing networking capabilities by 25%.
Education
Master of Fine Arts at New York University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2005Bachelor of Fine Arts at Webster University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2003Certificate, Whole-Self Executive Coaching at Co-Active Training Institute
February 1, 2022 - August 8, 2025Master of Fine Arts at New York University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2005Bachelor of Fine Arts at Webster University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2003Certificate, Whole-Self Executive Coaching at Co-Active Training Institute
February 1, 2022 - August 8, 2025Qualifications
Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC)
February 1, 2022 - August 8, 2025Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027Certified Profession Co-Active Coach (CPCC)
February 1, 2022 - August 8, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
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