brendan mccarthy
business support specialist
Brendan grew up in Pittsburgh - a city with a rich history, many bridges and lots of rain. Looking for sunshine, an outdoor lifestyle, and sustainability, Brendan ventured to Colorado to attend the University of Denver with focuses on Strategic Communication, Marketing and Psychology. He also studied in Hungary for a semester.
Brendan’s background in marketing and communications led him to work for a creative advertising agency, Denver nonprofit and a university in southern Hungary. Brendan’s passion for sustainability blossomed at DU when he was part of an environmental sustainability community. The program exposed him to climate-related issues, environmental science and sustainability initiatives. Brendan is passionate about implementing sustainable practices wherever life takes him.
Brendan is excited to join the team at Lotus and contribute to climate action projects, education and mitigating environmental impacts.
“Children aren’t coloring books. You don’t get to fill them with your favorite colors.”
Fun Facts
Grateful for
I am thankful to have been raised in a safe, happy and historic town by a bold and fearless mother. I am thankful that the values of hard work, kindness, community, love and integrity were ingrained in me from a young age. I am fortunate for my family and support system that are always encouraging me to be the best version of myself.
favorite things
Traveling, exploring new places, the scent of pine, RuPaul’s Drag Race, a freshly made bed, the sound of rain, coffee, walks on the beach.
favorite places
Malta, Hilton Head Island, Sea Pines Forest Preserve, Honolulu, Budapest, Paris, Munich, Vienna, Stowe, London, Washington D.C., Arches National Park, Colorado National Monument, Charleston SC.