Bryan Pasternak
About Bryan Pasternak
Bryan Pasternak serves as the IT Category Manager in Procurement Services at the University of Colorado, where he manages a $110 million IT budget and oversees enterprise contracts. He has a background in sales and counseling, with previous roles at Houzz, Adwerx, and REVGEN, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Work at University of Colorado
Bryan Pasternak currently serves as the IT Category Manager in Procurement Services at the University of Colorado. He has held this position since 2020, overseeing the strategic procurement of a $110 million IT budget that supports four campuses and approximately 40,000 employees. In this role, he facilitates and negotiates enterprise contracts, ensuring effective execution and alignment with the university's objectives. Additionally, he has developed system-wide category management strategies to further advance the mission of the University of Colorado.
Education and Expertise
Bryan Pasternak earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. His educational background provides a foundation for his work in procurement and management. This academic experience is complemented by his practical expertise in strategic procurement, contract negotiation, and category management within the IT sector.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current role, Bryan Pasternak held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as an Account Executive at Houzz from 2019 to 2020 and as a Mid-Market Sales Specialist at Adwerx from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he served as a Sales Development representative at REVGEN for one month in 2017. His early career included a volunteer position as a Counselor at Wilmington Health Access for Teens in 2008 and a role as a Teaching Assistant at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2010.
Volunteer Experience
In 2008, Bryan Pasternak volunteered as a Counselor at Wilmington Health Access for Teens in the Wilmington, North Carolina area. He dedicated 11 months to this role, providing support and guidance to teens in need. This experience reflects his commitment to community service and his ability to engage with diverse populations.