Brian Sears

Brian Sears is a seasoned professional in product management and engineering, currently serving as Manager of Reduced Harm Products at Altria since April 2023, overseeing the development and commercialization of heated tobacco products. Prior experience includes a role as Senior Engineer II at Altria, where Brian led change management for heated tobacco product materials and managed cross-functional teams. A background in project management at GSK and Haleon involved the development of consumer healthcare programs. Brian's earlier roles include Program Manager at Afton Chemical, where responsibilities included managing multi-year customer projects and regulatory filings, and engineering positions at Ford Motor Company and Roush Industries, focusing on engine development and program management. Brian holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech.