Brad Benne
Why BD SUMHAC?
“Although each chapter has unique challenges our greatest challenge begins with location. RMHBDA encompasses all of Montana and Wyoming and many of our chapter members travel great distances to receive adequate medical care and to attend chapter events. For many people in our chapter, mental health and substance abuse issues are personal and important. Not to mention the states we serve have a high rate of these health challenges. Our logistical challenges and large, yet not very populated states make advocacy work critical to the families and individuals we serve. We are honored and proud to serve on the BDSUMHAC coalition.”
Bio
Brad is the Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Hemophilia & Bleeding Disorders Association. A former director of parks and recreation at Williams Bay Parks & Recreation in Williams Bay, Wisconsin, Brad also served as an adventure and outdoor education instructor at the Nuhop Center for Experiential Learning in Ashland, Ohio, and as a naturalist and outdoor instructor at Glen Helen Outdoor Education Center in Yellow Springs, Ohio, and most recently the Program Director at Montana Outdoor Science School in Bozeman, Montana. Brad has volunteered in local junior achievement programs, and has been active in Montana State Special Olympics and the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce.
Brad has a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in History from Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana, and a Master of Science in Recreation Administration from Aurora University in Williams Bay, Wisconsin. Brad loves spending time outside with his wife and four kids. Brad also enjoys fishing, hiking, camping, skiing, playing basketball, and golf.