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Martha Percival Brown

Martha Percival Brown

Martha Percival Brown is the former chief executive officer of Tipperary Sales, Inc. (La-Z-Boy Southeast) and author of the forthcoming book It’s On You: Empowerment for Leaders Seeking the Highest Level of Personal Satisfaction and Corporate Success. As the first woman to lead her multigenerational, family-owned retail furniture company, Martha has secured the status of Tipperary Sales, Inc., as one of the most successful retail furniture companies in the US, having grown the organization to a team of 170 employees with revenue in excess of $70 million.

A proven retail industry executive and franchise expert, Martha has transitioned to the role of board member and coach to aspiring CEOs and leaders. She was honored in 2024 with the Vistage Legacy Award, presented annually to a leader who leaves behind a positive, impactful, and memorable journey for future leaders. Additionally, she served on the executive committee for the board of trustees of Columbia College in Columbia, South Carolina, and on the board of directors for Ronald McDonald House in Charlotte, North Carolina. Martha earned her bachelor’s degree in English and communications from Columbia College and holds her MBA from the McColl School of Business at Queens University of Charlotte.

Martha Percival Brown is an Executive Council member at the CEOWORLD magazine. You can follow her on LinkedIn, for more information, visit the author’s website CLICK HERE.
Martha Percival Brown
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