Brian Hughes serves as the Director of IT at the Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA) since April 2019, following a tenure as Senior Systems Engineer at Network Data Systems from May 2005 to March 2019, where consulting services were provided to various institutions including Andrews FCU and The American Red Cross. Prior experience includes Systems Support at Lafarge NA (January 2000 - March 2005), delivering first and second level technical assistance, and managing international imports and exports as an International Imports/Exports Manager at Swiss Air (January 1996 - December 1999). Brian Hughes has pursued Certification Studies to further professional qualifications.
Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA)
The Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA) is the trade organization that supports and promotes the creative and financial vitality of the major music companies. Its members comprise the most vibrant record industry in the world, investing in great artists to help them reach their potential and connect to their fans. Nearly 85% of all legitimate recorded music produced and sold in the United States is created, manufactured or distributed by RIAA members. In support of this mission, the RIAA works to protect the intellectual property and First Amendment rights of artists and music labels; conduct consumer, industry and technical research; and monitor and review state and federal laws, regulations and policies. RIAA also certifies Gold®, Platinum®, Multi-Platinum™, Diamond and Los Premios De Oro y Platino™ sales and streaming awards.