John Brenner is Director of Early College Initiatives (ECI) at the University of Baltimore and B-Power Initiative lead for the University System of Maryland. B-Power core activities include running dual enrollment and college readiness courses for Baltimore City Public School students, in partnership with schools and non-profits throughout the Baltimore metro area. A Baltimore City native and lifelong resident, John holds an MALA from St. John’s College (Annapolis) and an MBA from the University of Baltimore, and has a passion for helping city youth get a head start on their college and career paths.