Brent was appointed as Oklahoma City’s Finance Director on July 12, 2019. He is responsible for the oversight of a $1.8 billion budget along with managing the City’s AAA rated debt program. He started his career with the City in 1991 as an Internal Auditor, earning promotions to Contract Coordinator, Management and Budget Analyst, Management and Budget Specialist, Interim Risk Manager and Business Manager and Economic Development Program Manager. As the Economic Development Program Manager, he managed 16 of the City’s Tax Increment Finance (TIF) districts with a $958 million budget. Bryant negotiated more than 40 development agreements leading to more than $2 billion in new private investment. As Finance Director, Brent oversees the Office of Management and Budget, Economic Development, Treasury, Risk Management, Accounting, Procurement and Debt. Bryant is certified as an Economic Development Finance Professional through the National Development Council. He earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Oklahoma State University and a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Oklahoma. In 2006 Brent was recognized by OKCBusiness as one of Oklahoma City's 40 under 40. Brent is also a graduate of Leadership OKC Class 25 is the recipient of the 2018 Stanley Draper Award for his efforts in revitalizing downtown Oklahoma City. Brent and his wife of 31 years, Lori have two grown children, Courtney and Cooper.
