Brett Harned

Brett Harned is one of the leading voices in digital project management. A pioneer in the field, he helped define the role and elevate its impact through decades of hands-on work, thought leadership, and community building. From launching the first Digital PM Summit to mentoring teams across the globe, Brett’s mission has always been clear: to make project management more human, more strategic, and more respected.

With over 20 years of experience in digital and creative industries, Brett is a trusted consultant and coach to agencies, in-house teams, and creative leaders. He works closely with executives, operations leads, and PMOs to address their most pressing challenges—improving delivery systems, strengthening team culture, and aligning strategy with execution.

Brett’s client roster includes top-tier organizations such as Zappos, MTV, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Pfizer, Harvard University, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art. He’s led everything from capital campaigns and enterprise website redesigns to mobile app launches and organizational transformations.

He began writing about project management in 2009 at BrettHarned.com, offering grounded, insightful advice that resonates with PMs and decision-makers alike. His book, Project Management for Humans, is a go-to resource in the industry, and his voice continues to guide the field through Same Team, a content studio focused on improving team leadership and collaboration.

Beyond his client work, Brett has been instrumental in growing the digital PM community. What started as local meetups in Philadelphia evolved into the international Digital PM Summit, which he founded in 2012. He’s since supported the launch of similar events and groups worldwide, speaking on stages from Austin to Dubai.

Known for his clear-eyed, candid perspective, Brett helps teams untangle complexity, build better systems, and get work done—with less stress and more confidence. He’s not just helping projects succeed—he’s helping people thrive.