Team
Brian BrickhouseAdvisory Director
Brian Brickhouse has been an Advisory Director at Berkshire Partners since 2025. Brian served as President of the Electrical Sector Americas at Eaton, a multinational power management company, until his retirement in 2023. Before his role as President, he held various leadership positions within Eaton, including overseeing the Asia Pacific and Europe, Middle East, and Africa businesses. Earlier in his career, Brian served on the Executive Committee and Board of Governors with the National Electrical Manufacturers’ Association. He began his career at Westinghouse before joining Eaton through an acquisition. Brian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University.
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