Frederick (Freddie) Brutto Jr. serves as the Secretary-Treasurer of the Board and Designated Copyright Agent for Agard Research Associates Inc. (ARA). In this capacity, he oversees all official records, fiscal documentation, and compliance functions while ensuring the organization operates with transparency and integrity. As part of ARA’s leadership, he provides guidance on governance, financial oversight, and public engagement strategy. His attention to administrative detail and procedural accuracy strengthens ARA’s organizational credibility and long-term accountability. Freddie plays a crucial role in managing ARA’s filings, recordkeeping, and reporting, ensuring adherence to federal and state nonprofit standards. His dual background in education and business provides a strong foundation for his oversight of both structural and financial processes within the organization.

Freddie is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at Georgian Court University, following the completion of his Associate of Arts in Humanities and Humanistic Studies from Brookdale Community College in 2024. His academic experience integrates critical thinking, ethics, and organizational management, preparing him for the multifaceted responsibilities of nonprofit leadership. He approaches administrative and financial governance with a blend of creativity, structure, and analytical reasoning, enabling him to balance efficiency with innovation. His studies in business administration have enhanced his understanding of corporate operations, budgeting, and strategic planning, which he applies directly to his role at ARA. Freddie is committed to continuous learning, developing the managerial, interpersonal, and technological skills that support effective nonprofit administration.

Beyond his work with ARA, Freddie has cultivated a diverse professional background that reflects adaptability and leadership. As a Substitute Teacher within the Freehold Regional High School District, he has demonstrated patience, discipline, and communication skills by maintaining positive learning environments and supporting student development. His teaching experience has refined his ability to manage multiple priorities with empathy and professionalism; qualities that carry over into his organizational responsibilities at ARA. In addition, his background in customer service and operations management has reinforced his aptitude for organization, financial handling, and logistics coordination.

Freddie’s earlier career includes managerial and customer-facing roles that shaped his understanding of team leadership, accountability, and problem-solving. As Manager and Driver at Goldy’s Ice Cream, he successfully balanced event coordination, inventory management, and customer relations, implementing creative methods that improved client satisfaction and increased sales. His previous experience with various retailers equipped him with practical skills in cash handling, operations, and client service across varied environments. These cumulative experiences have built his confidence in leadership roles, particularly those requiring multitasking, adaptability, and decision-making under pressure. His broad experience in both private-sector and educational settings allows him to bring a balanced perspective to nonprofit management and financial ethics.

In his role as Secretary-Treasurer and Designated Copyright Agent, Freddie’s professionalism and diligence help sustain ARA’s credibility and operational excellence. His combination of academic study, teaching experience, and business acumen reinforces his ability to manage sensitive organizational data and ensure regulatory compliance. He values ethical conduct, accountability, and public transparency, guiding ARA’s documentation and financial stewardship with care. Freddie’s commitment to public service and intellectual integrity aligns with ARA’s mission to advance education, research, and institutional reform. He continues to contribute to ARA’s development by maintaining strong administrative systems, supporting strategic initiatives, and fostering public trust through consistency and professionalism.

Contact information: 

fbrutto@agardresearchassociates.org