Brown-Forman
Les Fugate currently serves as Vice President Director of Public Affairs for Brown-Forman, overseeing operations in the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. Prior to this role, Les held significant positions at RunSwitch PR, including Executive Vice President and Senior Vice President, specializing in issue advocacy and media relations. As the owner and principal of Fugate Strategic Affairs, consulting services were provided in public relations and government relations. Les has also served as Executive Vice President at The Center for Rural Development, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, and held various communications roles in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Notable achievements include developing strategic initiatives that enhanced public profiles and increased funding across multiple organizations. Les earned a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics with a minor in Dramatic Arts from Centre College.
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Brown-Forman
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For over 150 years, Brown‑Forman Corporation has enriched the experience of life by responsibly building fine quality beverage alcohol brands, including Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey, Jack Daniel's Tennessee RTDs, Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey, Jack Daniel's Tennessee Fire, Jack Daniel's Tennessee Apple, Gentleman Jack, Jack Daniel's Single Barrel, Woodford Reserve, Old Forester, Coopers’ Craft, GlenDronach, Benriach, Glenglassaugh, Slane, Herradura, el Jimador, New Mix, Korbel, Sonoma‑Cutrer, Finlandia, Chambord, and Fords Gin. Brown‑Forman’s brands are supported by approximately 4,700 employees and sold in more than 170 countries worldwide.