Lonnie Hughes

Lonnie Hughes is an accomplished operations manager with extensive experience in overseeing large-scale transportation and vending service operations. Currently serving as Location Manager at First Student since August 2022, Lonnie manages over 100 DOT buses across multiple school districts, ensuring compliance and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders. Prior roles include Vice President of Retail Operations at Five Star Food Service, Inc., General Manager at various companies including Canteen Vending Services and Aramark Refreshment Services, and Branch Manager at Safety-Kleen, focusing on sales growth and customer satisfaction. Lonnie previously contributed to Inland Vending as General Manager, optimizing operations for productivity and cost efficiency. Lonnie holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Stevens-Henager College.