Brett Day

Brett is a senior staff writer for Forbes Advisor, SMB, and he shares his experience in project management and customer relationship management. Brett has nearly 17 years of experience in managing multimillion-dollar stores and leading large projects, including store openings and closings, inventories, product launches, implementing Lean and continuous improvement processes, technology initiatives and large-scale recruitment drives for companies such as CVS, Steve & Barry’s, Old Navy, Kohl’s and Asda/Walmart International.

In his current position at Forbes Advisor, Brett specializes in reviewing project management and CRM software. His knowledge of the software helps SMBs choose the right platforms for their companies’ needs. Brett’s areas of expertise also include project management philosophies and methodologies, time and task management, customer service, human resources and online security.

After leaving his retail and project management career, Brett became a journalist. Over the last 15 years, Brett has mastered the ability to convey complex topics clearly and efficiently. His writing has helped small businesses and individuals navigate and understand challenging topics.

Achievements

• Nearly two decades of experience in retail and project management
• Owner of a successful photography business
• Fifteen years of experience reviewing software, including VPNs, password managers, browsers, CRM and project management software and hardware, including cameras, lenses, photography accessories, computers, smartphones and tablets
• Holder of multiple project management certifications

Other Publications

• Brett Day – The Phoblographer
• Brett Day – Photofocus
• Brett Day – Cloudwards

Education

• Six Sigma White Belt – Educate 360
• Agile Project Management Professional Certificate – Atlassian
• Essentials in Project Management – Microsoft and LinkedIn
• Generative AI Overview for Project Managers – PMI
• Project Management Institute Kick-Off Agile – PMI
• Project Management Institute Kick-Off Predictive – PMI