Brian has three major interests, as indicated by the menu buttons above:

• Marketing & Loyalty - reflecting his business activities
• Speaking & Connecting - reflecting a lifelong interest in the art of speaking
• Covid & Other - reflecting his curiosity in diverse issues

More can be learned by clicking on the relevant subjects above.

Brian, a New Zealander by birth, has spent most of his business life in retailing: finance, operations, loyalty, marketing, and management. First in NZ and then, after earning an MBA at the Harvard Business School, in the US with regular involvement in Europe, Japan, and Australia. Earlier, at Auckland University, NZ, he earned an M.Com. (in Economics) and a (NZ) CPA.

His three major work experiences are Deputy Managing Director of Progressive Enterprises/Foodtown (NZ); Chief Financial Officer of Food Lion (USA); and CEO of Retail Strategy Center (USA).

He has written 7 books and many articles, sharing what he has learned. His keen interest in the art of connection and communication was rewarded in 2003 when he was selected as one of Toastmasters Ten Best Global Speakers.

To learn a little more about Brian and what he thinks, click here.

Home is Greenville, South Carolina.