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Diane Hund

SVP and Chief Marketing Officer at US Foods

Dominican UniversityChicago, Illinois

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Experience35+ Years

Executive Overview

A dedicated and goal-oriented GROWTH EXECUTIVE who builds, strengthens or transforms market strategies, products, teams and brands. Brings a distinctive ability to quickly assess the environment, create a strong value proposition, gather and align resources and then deploy a winning go-to-market strategy to drive results. Strong financial and data-driven approach to optimizing marketing efforts to drive growth. Significant experience in building and (re)branding companies, portfolios and products as a result of M&A. Seasoned expert at digital transformation. Dynamic leader who works cross-functionally to build solutions, establish vision and drive for results. Functional experience in marketing, sales, P/L management and ownership/general management. Well-versed in strategy, market analysis, branding, digital marketing, AI-driven personalization, eCommerce, performance marketing, social media, content marketing, media planning, communications and public relations.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Dec 2020–Present· 5 yrs 9 mos
    • Adjunct ProfessorCurrent
      Dec 2020–Present
  • US FoodsCurrent
    Nov 2016–Present· 9 yrs 10 mos
    • Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice PresidentCurrent
      Apr 2018–Present
    • VP, Corporate Marketing
      Nov 2016–Apr 2018
  • Feb 2016–Oct 2016· 8 mos
    • SVP, Strategy and New Business Development
      Feb 2016–Oct 2016
  • 2013–Dec 2015· 2 yrs 11 mos
    • Vice President, Marketing and Corporate Brand
      2013–Dec 2015
  • 2007–2013· 6 yrs
    • Head of Marketing
      2007–2013
  • 2005–2008· 3 yrs
    • President, Partner and Entrepreneur
      2005–2008
  • 2004–Dec 2005· 1 yr 11 mos
    • Director, Global Marketing
      2004–Dec 2005
  • 1999–2004· 5 yrs
    • Business Leader/Director
      1999–2004
  • 1995–1999· 4 yrs
    • Various roles in brand management and new product development
      1995–1999
  • 1991–1995· 4 yrs
    • Merchandising and Field Sales Management
      1991–1995

Education

BS

Music Education

University of Michigan

MBA

Marketing, Operations

Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

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Diane Hund
Vice Chair & President
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer

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Skills & Expertise

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RebrandingBrand ArchitectureMergers & Acquisitions (M&A)Team LeadershipProduct DevelopmentMarketingB2BMarketing StrategyProduct MarketingCorporate EventsB2B Marketing StrategyBusiness AnalysisBrand MarketingStrategic PlanningStrategic PartnershipsPerformance MarketingMarket ResearchCorporate BrandingBranding & IdentityTeam Management