Chris Bryden

About Chris Bryden

Chris Bryden is a talented, passionate and diverse employee who gives his all no matter where he is at or what he is doing. Tri-lingual (English, Spanish, Russian) with a strong commitment to serving his fellow beings (e.g. U.S. Peace Corps in Ukraine), he holds a masters degree in Integral Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies and is currently completing his Certificate in Construction Management and Leadership from the University of California, Berkeley. With seven years of entrepreneurial experience, gained while founding the successful, nationally-touring band, Alma Desnuda, Chris is familiar with brand development, marketing, public speaking and performing. As an owner\'s representative at Pound Management, he worked on several of the most prominent wineries and resorts in the Napa Valley, including the pool and fitness center renovation for the Forbes Travel Guide Five Star rated Meadowood Resort, and other projects for the Harlan Estate Winery, Domaine Chandon, etc. As project manager at Ramsey & Associates, he helped create a smooth and streamlined process for large-scale national hotel remodels, including the Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay, Ritz Carlton Marina Del Rey, and multiple Westins, Hyatts and Marriotts throughout the United States. Now, as a Construction Manager with 4LEAF, Inc, he provides construction management and inspection services for Public Works projects throughout the Bay Area, working closely with municipalities (e.g. County of San Mateo, City of Cupertino, City of Daly City) to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget and in compliance with CalTrans standards. Recent projects include the Coyote Point Eastern Promenade Rejuvenation project, the North Shoreview Stormwater Pump Station and Levee Enhancement project, the Cupertino Orange Ave. Sidewalk Gap Closure project, and more. Chris has traveled the world and knows that no matter where we go, no matter what we do, we are all seeking to maximize happiness and avoid suffering, and he does whatever he can in any situation to help create that outcome for whomever he is with.

Experience

1. Construction Manager

   4LEAF, Inc.

   Jun 2023 — Present · Pleasanton, CA, US

Education

• Singapore American School

  High School Diploma, Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, High School

  1998 — 2000

• California Institute of Integral Studies

  M.A., Integral Counseling Psychology, Post-Graduate

  2008 — 2011

• University of California, Berkeley

  Certificate in Construction Management and Leadership, Construction Management

  2021 — 2023

• Universidad de Salamanca

  International Relations and Affairs

  2003 — 2003

• UC Davis

  B.A., Philosophy

  2000 — 2004