Allen T. Pugh Owner/ CEO of Global Diversified Solutions, LLC, is a veteran businessman with 25 years of experience in marketing, sales, management and advertising. In his role as Owner/ CEO of Global Diversified Solutions, LLC Pugh is responsible for all day to day operations. GDS is a minority owned and certified marketing, media and sales company. His years of experience enable him to develop holistic solutions to help his clients grow while building strong brand connections in the communities that they serve.Prior to his current role, Pugh was Vice Chairman of GlobalHue and served on the executive board for nearly twelve years. He was responsible for the management and growth of the Detroit office and some of GlobalHue’s major accounts, including Chrysler LLC, Walmart, MGM Grand Detroit, and the U.S. Navy. He is a former Senior Vice President/Management Supervisor for Campbell-Ewald (CE). During his tenure at CE, Pugh utilized his many years of outstanding marketing experience to lead several high-profile accounts, including ACDelco Automotive Parts, Borders Books and Motor City Casino. Prior to CE, Mr. Pugh was a Brand Manager for the Stroh Brewing Company, where he was responsible for the development and management of several of the company’s largest brands. Prior to Stroh’s, he held several positions at Don Lee Distributing, the 14th largest beverage distributorship in the country. Mr. Pugh is a graduate of Norfolk State University.BOARDS & MEMBERSHIPSExecutive Board Member, National Business LeagueBoard Member, Commodore, Detroit Yacht ClubHONORS & AWARDSBlack Enterprise’s 2011 Top Executive in Marketing & Advertising