Brett Hughes

Brett Hughes is currently the Director of People Systems and Data at Duolingo, a position he has held since 2023. He has a robust background in workforce planning and data analysis, which he developed over more than 16 years in various roles across different organizations.

Education

Brett earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science from Duke University (1999-2003) and subsequently obtained a Master's degree in Engineering/Industrial Management from the same institution (2003-2004) .12

Career Path

• CarMax (2004-2018): Brett began his career at CarMax as an Analyst in the Inventory Strategy team, where he focused on developing algorithms for inventory management. He progressed through various roles, including Senior Analyst and Senior Manager of Sales Strategy, ultimately becoming Senior Manager of HR Strategy.
• Snag (2018-2023): After his tenure at CarMax, he served as Senior Manager of Sales and Marketing Data Analysis at Snag, where he provided data-driven insights to enhance customer acquisition strategies.
• Duolingo (2023-Present): In his current role, Brett is responsible for overseeing people systems and data analytics to support workforce planning and strategy at Duolingo, a leading language learning platform headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania .13

Brett Hughes is recognized for his analytical skills and strategic approach to workforce management, contributing significantly to the operational efficiency of the organizations he has worked with.