Gene Hodges is a seasoned marketing leader with a wealth of experience driving profitable business through the development of creative and compelling advertising campaigns, both locally and nationally. With a background in advertising design, commercial art, and business acumen, Gene has developed a unique skill set that he leverages to build and lead high-performing in-house teams, identify strengths, and cultivate partnerships that exceed expectations.

Gene has held numerous leadership positions throughout his career, including Vice President of Marketing at PIRCH, Director of Creative Operations and Marketing at Bed Bath & Beyond, and Owner of The Ad Kitchen. He has also served as Director of Advertising at Lowe's Home Improvement and The Home Depot.

Gene's expertise lies in building marketing and advertising programs into efficient, effective, and customer-centric tools that drive sales growth. He has a consultative style of leadership, able to translate complex ideas to all levels of an organization with clarity, and create synergy among cross-functional teams.