Brian Numainville, IPC – President
An accomplished consultant and the president of NUMINSIGHTS LLC, as well as a principal with The Feedback Group, Brian partners with organizations throughout the United States to design and execute a wide range of research and feedback programs, as well as advises on public relations and communications efforts. Brian is also the co-author of Feedback Rules!
Previously, Brian spent 18 years at Nash Finch Company, a Fortune 500 food wholesaler and retailer, where he led market research, public relations and corporate philanthropy. At Nash Finch, Brian developed the consumer research program, pioneered the initial implementation of geographic information systems, and launched the company’s first voice of customer program in all corporate-owned stores and many independent locations.
In addition to his research expertise, Brian also leverages his significant background in public relations and corporate communications. Brian, as the senior leader of the public relations function at Nash Finch, served as company spokesperson, wrote press releases and annual reports, and handled media inquiries, among numerous other publicity efforts. Brian designed and executed many impactful cause marketing programs including Feeding Imagination (130,000+ books donated to kids) and Helping Hands in the Community Day (major corporate volunteerism event). Brian also led many community engagement events, such as the Feeding Imagination Games and Books & Bikes, involving athletes, authors, and civic leaders. While Brian served as Board Chair, the NFC Foundation/Nash Finch received the prestigious Jefferson Award from the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal. Throughout his career, Brian has served on many nonprofit boards, as chair of the board or as a director, with missions ranging from local hunger relief to health on an international scale.
Brian has presented, moderated panels, and keynoted at numerous conferences and events for major trade associations including the National Grocers Association (NGA), the Produce Marketing Association (PMA), the New England Produce Council (NEPC), the Food Marketing Institute (FMI), the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Minnesota Chapter, and the Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA).
A recipient of the 40 Under Forty Award from the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal, Brian has also been honored with the Alumni of Notable Achievement Award from the University of Minnesota and the WCCO-AM Good Neighbor Award. Brian earned his M.A. in Communication Studies and his B.A. summa cum laude in Communication Studies from the University of Minnesota. He also holds Insights Professional Certification (IPC) from the Insights Association.