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Brian Dodge
President
As a public affairs and association professional with more than 12 years’ experience in the retail industry, Brian Dodge became RILA president in January 2020. In this role, Dodge is responsible for identifying industry challenges and opportunities, guiding strategy for the Association, and coordinating activities among partners to achieve shared goals.Dodge previously served as chief operating officer for RILA, overseeing the organization's public affairs, legal and compliance, human resources and administration, membership, and financial operations. He also helped guide the development and execution of the Association's public affairs strategy.
Prior to joining RILA, Brian worked as the executive director of the Massachusetts Republican Party, where he was a frequent guest on local radio and television and a regular contributor to local and national print media. Earlier in his career, Dodge was a senior associate with the DC-based government affairs firm Cassidy & Associates. A veteran of public affairs, Brian has also served on Capitol Hill and on the staff of two Massachusetts governors.
Latest Insights from Brian Dodge

Blog Post
Annual CEO Event Brings Rich Discussion Among Retail Leaders
- By [Brian Dodge, Jenny Keehan]
- 01/29/2021

Press Release
Retail CEO Forum Draws Top Leaders for Virtual Experience
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/21/2021
Press Release
Dreamers Deserve Dignity, Clear Pathway to Citizenship
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/20/2021

Press Release
Retailers Support Biden’s Actions on Masks, Vaccine Funding
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/20/2021
Press Release
Kohl’s CEO Among Five Retail Leaders Added to RILA Board
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/19/2021

Press Release
RILA Statement on Capitol Protests
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/06/2021
Press Release
RILA, RCC Support UL World Anti-Counterfeiting Week 2020
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 11/16/2020

Press Release
Retail Industry Response to New Mexico Business Shutdowns
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 11/13/2020
Press Release
RILA Statement on 2020 Election
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 11/07/2020

Blog Post
Retailers Promote Voter Engagement Ahead of Election
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 09/22/2020