Desmond W. Bruguier is an experienced professional currently serving as a Commercial Loan Specialist at the U.S. Department of Energy since May 2024. Desmond is also the founder of Tatanka Ska Ventures, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing capital resources and business education for Native American entrepreneurs. Previous roles include AVP Business Development Officer at Native American Bank, Management Analyst at Flatwater Group, Technical Expert at Apple, Production Supervisor at Silgan Containers, Pipeline Technician at Colonial Pipeline Company, and Aviation Electrician in the U.S. Navy. Desmond holds an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Management from the University of Colorado Boulder, a BBA in Accounting and Finance from the Zicklin School of Business, an AS in Business Administration and Management, and an AA in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Nassau Community College.