Brian Wilson Email & Phone Number

New York, NY, US

Pittsburgh, PA, US

• I contribute to workforce development initiatives that address robotics and advanced manufacturing skills gaps by aligning training programs with national, real-world industry needs. My work bridges the gap between.
• ARM Endorsement Program: Played a key role in creating the ARM Endorsement Program, a rigorous, industry-vetted evaluation process that recognizes the nation’s most effective robotics training programs. Currently serve.
• Education & Workforce Committee (EWAC): Serve as Co-Chair, leading a team of 19 professionals from government (DoD), academia, industry, and nonprofits to guide the strategic direction of the ARM Institute’s workforce.
• Program Development & Standardization: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop competency matrices aligned with Industry 4.0, improving workforce readiness nationwide.
• Measurement Frameworks: Designed tools to assess program effectiveness, ensuring measurable results and alignment with industry skill needs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Partnered with government agencies (DoD), universities, and industry leaders to advance programs addressing real-world skills gaps and improving awareness of robotics career pathways.

Bronx, New York, US

• Founded and led Duro UAS, an environmental monitoring solutions company dedicated to developing affordable, advanced systems that improve water quality data collection and support sustainability efforts worldwide.Key.
• Led the design and launch of advanced environmental monitoring solutions, transforming concepts from ideas to commercial products. Achieved a 40% reduction in product cycles and 35% cost savings through process.
• Operational Excellence: Established a fully USA-based supply chain, enhancing product reliability, reducing logistical complexities, and ensuring production sustainability.
• Scalable Data Solutions: Developed systems capable of processing 28M+ real-time environmental data points across NYC/NJ locations, providing critical insights for clients and partners.
• Mission-Driven Innovation: Oversaw the development of affordable technologies to solve global water quality challenges and support environmental data accessibility for underserved regions.Program Highlights:
• Environmental Monitoring for Research Institutions: Partnered with Columbia University to deliver a research-grade platform for monitoring environmental data, contributing to sustainability-focused academic studies.

• Collaborated with academic leaders and industry partners to design internship programs and real-world learning initiatives that bridged the gap between education and industry, with a focus on increasing workforce.
• Program Development: Designed and implemented initiatives that prepared underrepresented students for successful careers in technology and STEM fields.
• Workforce Readiness: Created hands-on learning experiences that equipped students with practical skills to meet industry demands and improve career outcomes.
• Collaboration: Partnered with academic institutions and industry stakeholders to align learning initiatives with real-world technical and operational needs.

New York, NY, US

• Worked closely with educators and industry leaders to align curriculum development with industry standards, helping students build practical skills for careers in environmental sciences and marine technology.Key.
• Curriculum Development: Provided strategic input to ensure programs prepared students for real-world roles in environmental sciences and marine technology, aligning education with current industry needs.
• Career Readiness: Enhanced learning opportunities by introducing hands-on experiences and practical training, improving students’ preparedness for the workforce.

US

• Led the transition of training programs to an online platform, improving accessibility and better aligning course offerings with industry needs.Key Achievements:
• Expanded Program Reach: Successfully transitioned training programs online, increasing accessibility for students while optimizing resources. This initiative led to a 50% increase in enrollment and improved program.
• Industry Alignment: Introduced industry-standard software tools, enhancing course content to meet market demands and better prepare students for real-world applications.