Brandon Parod
About Brandon Parod
Brandon Parod is a Senior Hardware Program Manager at Skillz Inc., with a diverse background in product development and project management across various companies, including Henge Docks LLC and Caterpillar Inc.
Current Role at Skillz
Brandon Parod serves as a Senior Hardware Program Manager at Skillz Inc. since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing hardware projects and ensuring that they align with the company's strategic goals. His experience in managing hardware programs contributes to the development and execution of innovative solutions within the organization.
Previous Experience at Henge Docks LLC
Brandon Parod held multiple positions at Henge Docks LLC from 2012 to 2019. He began as Lead Product Developer from 2012 to 2015, where he focused on product development initiatives. He then advanced to Head of Product, serving from 2016 to 2017, and later became Head of Product & COO from 2017 to 2019. His tenure at Henge Docks involved significant contributions to product strategy and operational management.
Experience at Caterpillar Inc.
Brandon Parod worked at Caterpillar Inc. from 2005 to 2011, where he held various roles. He started as a Machinist from 2005 to 2006, then transitioned to a Product Change Control Analyst from 2006 to 2009. He later served as a Project Management Analyst from 2009 to 2011. His diverse roles at Caterpillar provided him with a solid foundation in engineering and project management.
Technical Project Management at Motic Digital Pathology
From 2019 to 2021, Brandon Parod worked as a Technical Project Manager at Motic Digital Pathology. In this position, he managed technical projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with company objectives. His role involved coordinating cross-functional teams and overseeing project lifecycles.
Education and Academic Background
Brandon Parod studied at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Industrial Design from 2002 to 2005. He also attended Parkland College, focusing on Fine and Applied Arts from 2000 to 2002, and Illinois Central College, where he studied Mechanical Engineering from 1998 to 2000. His educational background supports his expertise in design and engineering.