Kelly Parker

Now retired from Universal Corporation where he served for over 39 years--most recently as vice president, corporate affairs--Ligon began his career in the management trainee program. He served in roles such as leaf buyer, North American sales director, president of Casa export and America’s Harvest, to his latest position in which he was charged with global regulatory, social, labor and government matters. In 2017, the Virginia General Assembly appointed Ligon to the Advisory Committee on International Trade where he is Chair. He is on Global Tobacco & Nicotine Forum Advisory board and is Chair of the TMA Board.