Dré Barnes, MS

Dré Barnes, MS has a strong background in technology and innovation. Dré started their career at gokit, where they co-founded the company and served as the Head of Engineering. Dré then worked at GHC Media as a Technical Director, demonstrating exceptional skills in delivering high-performance applications and optimizing software performance. Dré also served as the Technology Director at Impact Church, where they raised over $3 million through digital and social media strategies for a capital campaign. Dré later joined The E.W. Scripps Company as a Lead Developer and Digital and Social Content Producer, centralizing the development of content management systems and expanding brand awareness through robust digital and social content strategies. Their most recent role is at UPtv, where they currently serve as the Head of Innovation and Consumer Technology. In this position, they have successfully implemented new technologies and software, resulting in increased engagement and revenue for the company.

Dré Barnes, MS, received their Master's degree in Computer Software Engineering & Database Technologies from Regis University, which they attended from 2010 to 2013. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Political Science from Georgia State University, where they studied from 2003 to 2006. Additionally, Dré holds another Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Political Science and Government, which they obtained from Alabama State University between 2001 and 2002.