Bryan Bennett, CBM
Professor of Earth Science and Meteorology

Bryan Bennett is an award-winning meteorologist and dynamic Earth Science educator with over 25 years of experience in science communication and instruction. Currently serving as a full-time professor at St. Petersburg College, Bryan brings a unique blend of academic expertise, real-world forecasting experience, and engaging storytelling to the classroom. He teaches Earth Science and Meteorology—both in-person and online—and is dedicated to making complex scientific concepts accessible, relevant, and compelling to students of all backgrounds.

Before transitioning into academia, Bryan enjoyed a distinguished career in broadcast meteorology, earning multiple Emmy Awards and the Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) designation from the American Meteorological Society. His on-air experience spans major markets including New York City, Tampa, and Atlanta, where he forecasted high-impact events such as Hurricanes Sandy and Irene, severe tornado outbreaks, and historic snowstorms. As Chief Meteorologist at WCBS in New York, he managed a team of eight meteorologists and coordinated weather coverage for fourteen CBS-owned stations nationwide.

Bryan holds a B.S. in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences from Georgia Tech and a M.S. in Geosciences with a concentration in Applied Meteorology from Mississippi State University. In addition to his academic and broadcast credentials, he is a certified drone pilot and a passionate science communicator, frequently delivering presentations to schools, community groups, and professional audiences. Bryan’s commitment to education and innovation is reflected in his curriculum development efforts and his use of interactive technology in the classroom.

When he's not teaching or tracking the weather, Bryan enjoys photography, kayaking, and working toward fluency in Spanish. His mission as an educator is to inspire curiosity, deepen understanding, and empower students to appreciate the vital role atmospheric science plays in our lives.