Bryan Flood
About Bryan Flood
Bryan Flood is the Machine Design Manager for Global Technical Solutions at General Mills, with over twenty years of experience in engineering, innovation, and patent law.
Current Role at General Mills
Bryan Flood is currently serving as the Machine Design Manager, Global Technical Solutions at General Mills, located in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. He began this role in July 2019, and he handles responsibilities related to machine design management within the company’s global technical operations. His current position leverages his extensive experience in engineering development and innovation.
Engineering Manager Role at Hydra-Flex Inc.
Bryan Flood worked at Hydra-Flex Inc. as the Engineering Manager from 2013 to 2019. During his six-year tenure in Burnsville, MN, he was responsible for overseeing the engineering team and driving technological innovations within the company. His role involved the development and management of engineering projects, contributing significantly to the company's operational success.
Proprietor of B. Flood Consulting L.L.C.
In addition to his role at General Mills, Bryan Flood holds the position of Proprietor at B. Flood Consulting L.L.C., based in Minneapolis, MN. This venture allows him to offer consulting services drawing from his vast experience in engineering, technology development, and patent law. His dual expertise as a mechanical engineering manager and patent attorney makes him uniquely qualified to advise on complex technical and legal matters.
Educational Background and Degrees
Bryan Flood has a diverse educational background that includes degrees in mechanical engineering, business administration, and law. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Iowa from 1994 to 1998, followed by a Master of Business Administration from The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business between 1999 to 2004. He further pursued a Juris Doctor degree at the University of Iowa College of Law from 2004 to 2006 and also studied at the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management. His multidisciplinary education underpins his combined expertise in engineering development and patent law.
Past Experience in Various Industries
Bryan Flood's professional journey includes roles across multiple industries encompassing consumer goods, legal services, and technology development. He previously worked at several companies such as Tamarack Habilitation Technologies, Inc. as Manager of Technology Development and Intellectual Property, and at Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi L.L.P. as an Attorney. Earlier in his career, he was a Product Engineer at Sauer-Danfoss and a Development Engineer at Gillette. His varied roles have equipped him with a broad perspective and extensive experience in both engineering and legal functions.