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Bruce Hutchison
Senior Customer Insight and Marketing Executive
Bruce Hutchison is a seasoned marketing and research professional currently working as a Senior Customer Experience and Insight Researcher at State Farm.123 He has an extensive career spanning multiple decades in marketing, brand management, and market research.
Professional Background
Bruce has held significant leadership roles in marketing across various industries, including:
- Senior VP Marketing/CMO at Midas International (1998-2002)
- VP Advertising and Market Research at RCA/GE/Thomson (1986-1998)
- Senior Marketing and Brand Consultant at Element 79 / Aurum Partners
- VP Marketing at uBid.com
- Marketing Planning Director at Sears Holdings Corporation
Personal Characteristics
Professionally, he is known for his exceptional people skills and ability to uncover emotional drivers behind consumer behavior. Colleagues describe him as an extraordinary listener who is consistently patient, thoughtful, and possesses a great sense of humor.1
Education
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Eastern Michigan University
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Franklin & Marshall College
Language Skills
- English: Native or bilingual proficiency
- German: Professional working proficiency
Bruce is based in the Greater Chicago Area and continues to leverage his extensive marketing and research expertise at State Farm.123
