Brent Pabst is a technology partner at McKinsey leading Build by McKinsey efforts to modernize and scale core engineering, cloud, and architecture capabilities across industries, with over 13 years of hands-on experience. He co-leads North American software, cloud, and architecture teams and has a track record of designing platforms and CI/CD practices that enabled rapid SaaS growth and successful M&A outcomes. Previously a chief architect and founder, he blends pragmatic systems design with organizational leadership—often translating complex technical tradeoffs into clear, business-facing decisions. Brent also chairs the 203 Foundation, helping adult learners re-enter the workforce, and serves on NC TECH’s board of advisors, reflecting a commitment to workforce development beyond client engagements. A tech enthusiast who geeks out on home automation and aviation, he pairs numerous technical and product certifications with a Doctor of Management focused on IT-driven organizational leadership.
12 years of coding experience
12 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership with a Specialization in Information Technology, Business, Management, Information Technology, Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership with a Specialization in Information Technology, Business, Management, Information Technology at University of Phoenix
Communications/Electronic Media, Communications/Electronic Media at Western Carolina University
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