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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

Press Release
Industry Groups Urge WH: Preempt Disruption at Busiest Ports
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 03/01/2022

Press Release
Retailers: Pause OSHA Mask Enforcement Ahead of CDC Updates
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 02/18/2022
Press Release
Foot Locker, Inc. CEO Richard Johnson to Chair RILA Board
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/31/2022

Press Release
Retailers Remain Focused on Safety
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/13/2022
Blog Post
2022 Supply Chain Outlook: Consumers Can Bet on Retailers
- By [Brian Dodge, Jess Dankert]
- 01/13/2022

Blog Post
What’s in Store: Top Retail Trends in 2022
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/04/2022
Press Release
CEOs Call on Congress to Address Surge of Retail Crime
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 12/09/2021

Press Release
ICYMI: Retailers Won’t Let Supply Chain Chaos Ruin Holidays
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 11/30/2021
Press Release
Colossal Undertaking Ahead with New Covid Requirements
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 09/09/2021

Video
Retail Leadership w. Nick Ahrens and Brian Dodge
- By [Brian Dodge, Nicholas Ahrens]
- 08/18/2021