Hi, I'm Andrew Bentley - Deputy Commissioner at Minnesota Management and Budget
I'm driven by a passion for transforming public service and building impactful ventures. I thrive in environments where innovation meets governance, leveraging data and strategic leadership to drive measurable progress and societal good.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Founded a social enterprise featured on ABC's Shark Tank.
Currently driving performance and operational excellence as Deputy Commissioner.
Can help others by sharing expertise in public sector innovation and startup development.
🚀 Career trajectory
Digital Strategy Pioneer
Began by building foundational expertise in digital marketing and online advertising at companies like Google, mastering SEM, PPC, and analytics.
✦ Digital Marketing
✦ SEM
Social Enterprise Founder
Transitioned to entrepreneurship, founding a social venture and gaining experience in startup development and public speaking.
✦ Startup Founder
✦ Social Impact
✦ Public Speaking
Government Performance Leader
Applied strategic and analytical skills to improve public sector outcomes at Harvard's Government Performance Lab, focusing on policy and efficiency.
✦ Harvard Kennedy School
✦ Public Policy
✦ Performance Improvement
Public Service Executive
Currently serving as Deputy Commissioner, driving systemic change and operational excellence within state government.
✦ Minnesota Management & Budget
✦ Public Service
✦ Leadership
💪🏻 Superpowers
Public Sector Performance Innovator
Transforming government efficiency and impact.
✦ Revitalized government operations through data-driven strategies.
✦ Developed scalable solutions for public service delivery.
✦ Bridged academic research with practical implementation.
Entrepreneurial Force
Building and scaling impactful ventures.
✦ Founded and led a social enterprise, demonstrating leadership.
✦ Secured opportunities through unique platforms like ABC's Shark Tank.
✦ Navigated diverse environments from tech giants to startups.
Strategic Digital Architect
Driving growth through cutting-edge digital and online strategies.
✦ Expertise in SEM, PPC, and web analytics for measurable results.
✦ Developed and executed comprehensive digital marketing plans.
✦ Optimized online advertising campaigns for maximum conversion.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring collaborations on innovative public sector initiatives.
✦ Connecting with leaders passionate about civic technology and policy reform.
✦ Discovering opportunities to scale impactful social and governmental programs.
I can help with
✦ Offer strategic insights on performance improvement in public services.
✦ Provide guidance on leveraging digital tools for organizational growth.
✦ Share experiences in launching and scaling non-profit and social ventures.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying emerging trends in public sector technology adoption.
✦ Connecting with leaders in urban planning and community development.
✦ Finding partners for cross-sector initiatives focused on social impact.