Philip Nazzaro, MA, MS
Senior Project Manager

Phil brings over a decade of experience and education in leadership and management to Dare Mighty Things, Inc. As a former Army officer and a scholar-practitioner he possesses a unique skill set encompassing expertise in leadership, organizational development and knowledge transmission and reception. Prior to assuming the position as Sr. Project Manager,  Phil worked as the Program Manager for Dare Mighty Thing’s contract with YouthBuild USA and the lead of the Instructional Design Team at Dare Mighty Things, providing curriculum and product development to the National Guard Youth ChalleNGe program.

As Program Manager, Phil is responsible for leading an exceptional team in the accomplishment of flexible and timely training and technical assistance.  He interfaces directly with client organizations; applying analytical and consulting skills to support the myriad of client needs.

Phil has a track record of outstanding organizational leadership and team building. Both “stateside” and during deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, he effectively integrated units consisting of Active Duty, Reserve and National Guard forces. He has designed and delivered training for multiple small and large scale organizations within the military, including a tour as a Tactical Officer at the United States Military Academy at West Point.

Phil earned his MA in Media Psychology from Fielding Graduate University, his MS in Education with a focus on Leadership Development and Counseling from Long Island University and his BS in American History and Systems Engineering from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Phil’s PhD in Media Psychology is nearly complete. In his “copious” free time he enjoys varied activities including, but not limited to, socializing with friends, reading, writing, live music, traveling, and following politics.