Mr. Hughes is a senior-level executive with more than 20 years experience including direct business relationships in the automotive, advertising, and technology segments. Mr. Hughes has served as our Chief Executive Officer and as a director since November 2019. Prior to Mr. Hughes' appointment as Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Hughes served as Chief Operating Officer and President of Workhorse from August 2016 through November 2019. Prior to joining Workhorse, Mr. Hughes served as Chief Operating Officer for Cumulus Interactive Technologies Group. As Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Hughes was responsible for managing the company’s day-to-day sales and operations. He was responsible for all operations of the business unit. Prior to Cumulus Interactive Technologies Group, Mr. Hughes spent nearly fifteen years in senior management positions with Gannett Co., Inc., including his duties as Vice President of Sales and Operations for Gannett Media Technologies International.