BRENT PETRONE

Senior Vice President

Brent is a seasoned digital communications professional with deep expertise in strategic messaging, digital and social media strategy, advertising, advocacy, crisis and brand reputation analysis, and executive thought leadership.

With nearly a decade of experience, Brent has led the development and execution of high-impact digital strategies for national trade associations, nonprofits, international philanthropies, Fortune 500 companies, foreign governments, political organizations, and C-suite executives. His work spans high-stakes, fast-moving environments across sectors such as healthcare, education, technology, and energy.

Prior to joining MAD Global, Brent directed digital strategy for clients at Actum, a global consultancy, and Mercury, a bipartisan global public strategy firm.

Brent began his career with Teach For America, where he spent four years as both a classroom educator and a member of the national staff. His commitment to advancing opportunities for children across America continues to influence his consulting work. He has supported some of the nation’s largest urban school districts, leading charter school networks, and national parent organizations in their media relations and digital media efforts.

A proud graduate of the University of Michigan, Brent lives in Hoboken, New Jersey.