Brian Hughes

Brian Hughes possesses extensive experience in retail strategy, product management, and supply chain innovation, demonstrated through roles at several prominent companies. Currently, Brian is involved in merchandising at Ace Hardware Corporation. Prior to this, as Senior Director of Retail Strategy & Portfolio Innovation at UL Solutions, Brian led cross-segment retail strategy development. At Medline Industries, Brian served as Director of Product Management and Marketing, where responsibilities included managing the largest retail and international business segments. At Walgreens, Brian held multiple leadership roles focusing on supply chain innovation and category management. Previous positions included strategic account management at Gartner and marketing consultancy at Valassis Communications. Educational credentials include a double major in Marketing and Business Management from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business and further studies at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.