CENTERBROOK, Conn. – Bruce Hourigan has been named president of Strategies,
the
business education and coaching company, based in Centerbrook, Conn. Founder
Neil Ducoff
will continue in his role as CEO.
Hourigan joined Strategies in September 2008 as Vice President of Business
Development.
He previously worked for Lebon Press, where he first met Ducoff and the
Strategies team.
“Bruce is a long-time friend of the company. He has proven expertise in
identifying and
capturing market opportunities, enhancing operational efficiencies and creating
customer-
focused programs. He is firmly committed to continuing to bring outstanding
business
education and coaching to the beauty industry and beyond,” said Ducoff. “The
future is
exciting. We have some innovative things on the horizon, and I look forward to
working with
Bruce to take our offerings to the next level.”
Hourigan will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the
company, as well
as working on long-range strategic initiatives.
“Since I officially started with Strategies, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my
interactions with our
clients, prospective clients and our Certified Strategies Coaches. The level of
savviness and
desire to grow professionally blows me away,” said Hourigan. “I was recently
reviewing some
case studies for Strategies’ clients. The black-and-white results are
astounding. There are so
many talented, committed people in this industry. I’m truly humbled to be part
of this company
and honored by the trust that Neil has placed in me.”
Strategies was founded by Ducoff in 1993, and offers seminars, coaching,
Webinars and on-
site education. To learn more, visit www.strategies.com, or call 1.800.417.4848.
