Over the course of my career, I’ve had the privilege of serving in mission-critical leadership, engineering, and strategic roles across the military, intelligence community, and private sector. As I continue expanding my work in advisory and board capacities, I’m proud to share a deeper look into my professional journey, values, and the experiences that have shaped my approach to leadership and technology. Here is my biography.

After more than three decades supporting sensitive defense, intelligence, and cybersecurity missions, I’m grateful for the journey I’ve taken and the teams I’ve led. From enabling distributed ISR operations to leading enterprise-scale modernization efforts, I’ve always believed in staying mission-focused and people-driven. Here is my biography.

After more than three decades of leading teams, building programs, and helping people grow—from the Intelligence Community to the wine world—I've taken some time to reflect on my professional journey. My career has always centered around developing individuals and shaping strategy, and I remain passionate about creating meaningful change. Here is my biography.

Brett M. Holmgren is a seasoned national security and intelligence leader with over two decades of experience spanning the highest levels of government and the private sector. Most recently, he served as Acting Director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), where he led the U.S. government’s premier counterterrorism agency and advised the President on national security threats. Previously, as Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR) at the U.S. Department of State, he spearheaded major digital transformations and governance reforms. Holmgren has also held key intelligence roles at the White House, CIA, and Defense Intelligence Agency, shaping U.S. counterterrorism and cybersecurity strategies. His expertise in risk management extends to the private sector, where he served as Vice President and Acting Chief Technology Risk Officer at Capital One. A recipient of numerous distinguished service awards, Holmgren continues to be a leading voice in intelligence modernization, cybersecurity, and national security strategy.