Brandon Hughes

As a student at the Kelley School of Business majoring in business at Indiana University Indianapolis, I have developed a strong interest in operations, strategy, and team focused problem solving. As an Air Force veteran, I have built leadership, communication, adaptability, and discipline through real world experiences that continue to shape my professional growth. I enjoy collaborating with others, solving challenges, and finding practical ways to improve processes and performance.

Through coursework, capstone projects, and leadership experiences, I have strengthened my analytical thinking, organizational skills, and ability to perform in fast paced environments. I bring value as a candidate by combining teamwork, creativity, and problem solving skills with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. Over the next one to three years, I hope to continue building experience in business operations, project coordination, or strategy related roles while continuing to grow professionally and personally.

Air Transportation, Ramp Services Supervisor at United States Air Force

• Planned, organized, directed, and controlled air transportation activities.
• Supported Department of Defense's capabilities to move passengers and air cargo worldwide.
• Supplemented policies, directed personnel, and established procedures to process, load, document, and report passengers and cargo transported by air, including paratroops and cargo.
• Ensured proper function, maintenance, and records management of over $20M of military handling equipment.
• Supervised 15-man load teams to ensure proper and safe loading procedures for over $2.5B dollars' worth of Air Force aircraft and assets.

Warehouseman at Automatic Irrigation Supply

• Processed and shipped approximately $1M in merchandise monthly through accurate labeling, staging, and dispatching.
• Requisitioned and stored shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
• Contacted carrier representatives to make arrangements or to issue instructions for shipping and delivery methods.

Business Management in Business Management – Indiana University Indianapolis (Projected graduation Spring 2027)