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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
Best Buy CEO Corie Barry to Chair RILA Board of Directors
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/30/2023

Blog Post
It’s not the Headline, it’s the Bottom Line
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/27/2023
Press Release
Retailers Celebrate Signage of INFORM Consumers Act
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 12/30/2022

Press Release
Retailers: Congress Must Act to Avoid Rail Strike
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 11/29/2022
Blog Post
Economic Impact of Rail Shutdown Must be Avoided
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 11/29/2022
Press Release
Retailers Back WH Rail Decree, Urge Congress to Step in
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 09/13/2022
Blog Post
Retailers Support Community Amid Water Crisis
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 09/12/2022

Blog Post
Retail Leaders Talk Inflation, Tariffs, Supply Chains & More
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 07/06/2022
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