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Brad Budde is an experienced executive in digital strategy and customer experience, currently serving as Chief Digital Officer at PPG since September 2022, where leadership focuses on Digital Customer Experience and Artificial Intelligence in a B2B market. Prior to this role, Brad held various positions at Emerson Automation Solutions for over a decade, including Vice President of Digital, where responsible for guiding the overall Digital program and enhancing customer engagement across multiple platforms. Earlier experiences include roles as Director of Digital Customer Experience, eBusiness Manager, and Business Manager for Packaging at Conwed Global Netting Solutions. Brad is also recognized for entrepreneurial efforts as Chief Creator and Connector at Reusable Idea. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Entrepreneurship from the University of St. Thomas and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University.