In 2002, Brent co-founded Blue North Strategies, a consulting and creative agency which he managed for 14 years. During that time he worked extensively as a strategic consultant and facilitator with teams in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors.⁠
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More recently, in 2016, Brent left those endeavours to start Heartwood Farm & Cidery at his home farm. Heartwood makes a lineup of craft ciders – both alcoholic and non-alcoholic – and retails and wholesales them widely in Ontario.⁠ Brent is current member of the 10C Board of Directors.