Brian K. Reaves is the Founder & Principal Consultant at Belonging Intelligence, a consultancy at the forefront of inclusive innovation—merging cutting-edge AI, data, and systems thinking with deep expertise in organizational transformation. With a rare blend of technical depth and strategic leadership, Brian helps companies unlock human potential through responsible and forward-looking use of technology.

 

A computer scientist by training, Brian began his career as a software developer at Xerox and has spent over 30 years shaping innovation and enterprise strategy for companies across industries—including healthcare, finance, cloud computing, supply chain, utilities, and telecommunications. He has held senior executive roles at SAP, Dell Technologies, and most recently at UKG, where he served as EVP and Chief Belonging, Equity & Impact Officer and applied an engineering mindset to cultural and operational transformation.

 

Throughout his career, Brian has delivered scalable, tech-enabled impact by translating complex systems into business advantage. At Belonging Intelligence, he continues to shape the future of leadership and innovation—ensuring AI and technology work for people, not around them.

Ryan Garcia is a dynamic technology executive with over 20 years of experience leading high-impact initiatives across customer success, cloud transformation, and operational strategy. He has a proven track record of delivering results for organizations ranging from nimble start-ups to global Fortune 500 enterprises. 

 

Ryan has led diverse teams in software development, enterprise implementations, program management, and business operations. A senior leader at NetApp, Yahoo, and MedeAnalytics and most recently VP of Technology Solutions & Delivery Performance at UKG, he is recognized for driving cross-functional alignment, operational excellence, and AI-powered innovation with measurable business outcomes. 

 

A decorated former U.S. Naval officer, Ryan brings a mission-driven leadership style centered on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. He holds a B.S. in Economics from the U.S. Naval Academy and an MBA in Technology Management from UC Davis.

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Brianna Collard is the Director of Relationships & Experience at Belonging Intelligence, where she leads with empathy, excellence, and innovation to ensure every connection, internal or external, feels intentional and human. With a background in psychology and neuroscience, Brianna brings a deep understanding of human behavior to her work, blending data-driven insights with genuine relational intelligence to elevate the client and team experience.

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Her career spans across corporate, creative, and community sectors, from property management and event leadership to social impact and digital strategy. She has built teams, managed partnerships, and led initiatives that drive engagement, foster inclusion, and create spaces where people and purpose align.

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At Belonging Intelligence, Brianna bridges the human experience with technology, helping clients feel seen, valued, and inspired in every interaction. Her mission is to cultivate relationships that embody belonging and to shape experiences that reflect the heart of what makes organizations thrive: their people.