CDR COHORT 1 MEMBER

An early entrepreneurial spirit, cultivated while growing up in Dallas, laid the foundation for Brandon Ward's successful career. His trajectory spanned both education and construction. While attending DeSoto High School, he discovered a hidden talent for art and design, excelling in computer-aided drafting and architecture classes, which included winning state competitions. This aptitude led him to earn a Bachelors of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics from Texas A&M University-Commerce, followed by a Master's of Education in Education Administration from Prairie View A&M University, preparing him for significant leadership roles.

Being a campus principal in DeSoto ISD  for seven years equipped him with essential financial stewardship and organizational management skills, as he was responsible for leading staff and maintaining a multi-million dollar budget. Leveraging this proven record of executive efficiency and accountability, Mr. Ward launched his construction company, Bidgigz LLC, in 2018, transitioning to full-time development a year later. To date, his company has successfully developed over 36,000 square feet of land and constructed over 13,000 square feet of housing, demonstrating his ability to manage complex projects and build strong relationships with clients, investors, and vendors.

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