Chuck Brooks is the Vice President of Government Relations and Marketing at Sutherland Global Services. He leads federal, state, and local government relations and marketing efforts. Previously, he held government positions including the first Director of Legislative Affairs at the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate. He also advises non-profits focused on technology and security issues. Brooks believes that women bring important perspectives to leadership and boards should have a better gender balance to benefit from different viewpoints. He advises women students to gain expertise in STEM fields, intern at different types of organizations, and network extensively.