Brenda Hanson
About Brenda Hanson
Brenda Hanson serves as the Director of Portfolio Management and Analytics at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2018. With a diverse background in project management and aviation education, she also operates a ground school business that offers pilot training services.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Brenda Hanson has held multiple roles at Thomson Reuters since 2006. She began her career there as a Project Manager from 2006 to 2008. After a brief hiatus, she returned to the company in 2013 as a Platform Portfolio Manager, a position she held until 2018. In 2018, she advanced to the role of Director of Portfolio Management and Analytics, where she has been for the past six years. Her work primarily focuses on portfolio management and analytics within the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Education and Expertise
Brenda Hanson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and Religious Studies (Philosophy) from St. Cloud State University, where she studied from 1987 to 1991. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership with a focus on Finance and Marketing from St. Catherine University, completing her studies from 2002 to 2008. This educational background supports her expertise in project management and portfolio analytics.
Background
Brenda Hanson has a diverse professional background that spans several industries. Prior to her roles at Thomson Reuters, she worked as a Senior Technology Project Manager at Thomson FindLaw from 2008 to 2013. She also served as a Project Manager at Questar Data Systems for nine years, from 1997 to 2006. Earlier in her career, she managed operations at Arby's from 1991 to 1997. This varied experience has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of project management and analytics.
Achievements in Aviation Education
Since January 2021, Brenda Hanson has owned a ground school business that focuses on aviation education. She specializes in providing training for private, instrument, and commercial pilot certifications as an Advanced Ground Instructor. Additionally, she offers checkride preparation services for aspiring pilots in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. This initiative reflects her commitment to education and training in the aviation sector.