Bennett Brooks

Bennett Brooks is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in mediation, trade policy, and journalism. As a Senior Mediator at the Consensus Building Institute since March 2012, Bennett has honed skills in conflict resolution and collaboration. Prior experience includes serving as a Senior Associate at CONCUR, Inc. from 1997 to 2012 and as the Director of the Trade Program for the Governor's Office of International Trade in Alaska from 1990 to 1997, where Bennett implemented policies for sustainable economic development. Earlier career highlights include journalism roles spanning from 1981 to 1988, with coverage of international news, economics, and local government across major media outlets. Bennett holds a Master's Degree in Public Policy Analysis from Harvard Kennedy School and a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from Tufts University.