David Hughes, MBA
About David Hughes, MBA
David Hughes, MBA, serves as the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis at Sorenson Communications, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in financial planning and analysis, having held various managerial roles in companies such as Swire Coca-Cola and The Coca-Cola Company.
Current Role as Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
David Hughes currently serves as the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis at Sorenson Communications. He has held this position since 2022 and operates in the Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial planning activities, analysis, and strategic financial initiatives to support the company's growth objectives.
Previous Experience at Sorenson Communications
Before his current role, David Hughes worked at Sorenson Communications as the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager for a period of five months in 2022. His responsibilities included managing financial analysis and planning processes, contributing to the company's financial strategy during his tenure.
Professional Background in Financial Management
David Hughes has a diverse professional background in financial management. He worked at Swire Coca-Cola, USA as the Senior Manager of Planning and Revenue Growth from 2018 to 2020. He also held positions at Visible Supply Chain Management as a Senior Analyst in Corporate Operations and at The Coca-Cola Company as Business Manager II. His experience spans various roles that emphasize financial planning, analysis, and revenue growth.
Educational Qualifications
David Hughes has a strong educational foundation in business and finance. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business from Southern Virginia University from 2004 to 2008. He later pursued advanced studies, obtaining a Master's degree in Business Administration from Northwest Nazarene University from 2013 to 2015, and a Master's degree in Business Intelligence and Analytics from Saint Joseph's University from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he studied at The American College of Financial Services from 2010 to 2012.
Achievements in Revenue Growth and Product Development
Throughout his career, David Hughes has successfully contributed to revenue growth and product development initiatives. Notably, he negotiated a parent company investment that led to a 15% increase in unit sales for a product at Swire Coca-Cola. He also created a new product promotion for Monster Energy in Arizona, which was projected to deliver an additional 28% in units. His strategic tactics have focused on achieving annual revenue growth in convenience retail businesses.