Adrian Dirks Pinto

Adrian Dirks-Pinto is an experienced professional in the music retail and operations management sectors, currently serving as Managing Director U.S. for Rough Trade since February 2019, while also holding the position of Store Manager for Rough Trade NYC since August 2013. Prior to this, Adrian worked at Baker & Taylor from April 2002 to August 2013 as a Senior Music Buyer/Planner, responsible for purchasing a significant portion of the company's music products. Adrian's career began at HMV USA, where a progression from department manager to assistant manager was achieved, and further experience was gained as a Senior Music Buyer at Virgin Megastores overseeing inventory for multiple locations. Adrian's educational background includes attendance at Lehman College from 1990 to 1992.