Crafting a compelling brand experience

By Chris Arnold

Modern creative to drive multifamily lease-ups

Transforming Cities Bryant Hughes, Co-Founder of Authentic Form & Function, a full-service brand and marketing studio specializing in real estate development and lease-ups.

After growing up in the midwest, Bryant graduated from Colorado State University in 2008 with a degree in Business and Computer Information systems. He started his career in software development and web design, working for a variety of startups and digital agencies between Denver, Chicago, and Minneapolis.

He co-founded Authentic as the technology lead, and in 2017 helped spearhead the company’s transition to the commercial real estate industry. Today, Bryant oversees account management, strategy, and the technical sides of the business. He lives in Minneapolis with his wife Brianna, daughter Winnie, and dog Tula.

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