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Lily Yan Hughes
Chairman at
SMARTBIRD, INC
Net worth: 588 888 $ as of 2026-06-29
Profile
Lily Yan Hughes is currently Chairman at DirectWomen since 2021, Chairman at Allbirds, Inc. starting 2026, Vice President & Director at immixTechnology, Inc., Director at Arrow Electronics (UK) Ltd. since 2019, Co-Managing Director at Arrow Central Europe Holding Munich GmbH, Director at A.E.
Petsche UK Ltd. since 2019, and Assistant Dean at Syracuse University College of Law since 2021.
Former roles include Independent Director at Nuburu, Inc. from 2023 to 2024, Director at Association of Corporate Counsel, Secretary, Chief Legal Officer & Senior VP at Arrow Electronics, Inc. from 2019 to 2020, Vice President at Ingram Micro, Inc. from 1997 to 2015, Partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP, and Secretary, Chief Legal Officer & Senior VP at Public Storage from 2015 to 2019.
Education includes undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley and graduate studies at Berkeley Law University of California.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-17 | 147,222 ( 2.35% ) | 588 888 $ | 2026-06-29 |
Lily Yan Hughes active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| SMARTBIRD, INC | Chairman | 2026-06-11 |
Arrow Electronics (UK) Ltd.
 Arrow Electronics (UK) Ltd. Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Wholesales electronic and telecommunications equipment and parts | Director/Board Member | 2019-07-21 |
A.E. Petsche UK Ltd.
 A.E. Petsche UK Ltd. Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Wholesales electronic and telecommunications equipment and parts | Director/Board Member | 2019-07-21 |
immixTechnology, Inc.
 immixTechnology, Inc. Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Provides information technology hardware, software, and related maintenance services | Director/Board Member | - |
Arrow Central Europe Holding Munich GmbH
 Arrow Central Europe Holding Munich GmbH Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Distributes electronic components and computer products | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Syracuse University College of Law
 Syracuse University College of Law Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal | 2021-06-30 |
DirectWomen
 DirectWomen DirectWomen is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the representation of women lawyers on corporate boards by preparing and positioning them for effective board service. The private company is based in New York, NY. The organization develops women attorneys with the experience, independence, and business judgment necessary for board roles and emphasizes the unique value lawyer-directors bring through their legal expertise, professional judgment, and knowledge of regulation and risk management. DirectWomen offers signature programs and resources such as the annual Board Institute, quarterly webinars on board service topics, the Sandra Day O’Connor Board Excellence Award Luncheon, and an alumnae directory to connect qualified women directors with organizations seeking board candidates. Since 2023, it has expanded internationally with an invite-only international board program featuring networking, panel discussions, and insights into obtaining international corporate board seats. The organization also provides on-demand webinars covering topics such as personal branding for board readiness, crisis management, cybersecurity, ESG, DEI, and private company board service. Its website highlights alumnae success stories and offers opportunities for sponsorship and partnership to support its mission of advancing gender diversity and excellence in corporate governance. | Chairman | 2020-12-31 |
Former positions of Lily Yan Hughes
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| NUBURU, INC. | Director/Board Member | 2024-10-20 |
| ARROW ELECTRONICS, INC. | General Counsel | 2020-12-14 |
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Training of Lily Yan Hughes
Experiences
Positions held
Active
Inactive
Listed companies
Private companies
Connections
55
1st degree connections
15
1st degree companies
Male
Female
Members of the board
Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 15 |
|---|---|
Arrow Electronics, Inc.
 Arrow Electronics, Inc. Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Distributes electronic components and computer products | Distribution Services |
Public Storage
 Public Storage Real Estate Investment TrustsFinance Operates as a real estate investment trust that engages in ownership and development of self-storage facilities including tenant reinsurance and third-party self-storage management | Finance |
Ingram Micro, Inc.
 Ingram Micro, Inc. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Provides technology transformation and cloud services | Technology Services |
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP
 Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides legal services | Commercial Services |
University of California, Berkeley
 University of California, Berkeley Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Association of Corporate Counsel
 Association of Corporate Counsel Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a business professionals association | Commercial Services |
immixTechnology, Inc.
immixTechnology, Inc. Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Provides information technology hardware, software, and related maintenance services | Distribution Services |
Arrow Electronics (UK) Ltd.
Arrow Electronics (UK) Ltd. Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Wholesales electronic and telecommunications equipment and parts | Distribution Services |
Berkeley Law University of California
 Berkeley Law University of California Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
DirectWomen
DirectWomen DirectWomen is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the representation of women lawyers on corporate boards by preparing and positioning them for effective board service. The private company is based in New York, NY. The organization develops women attorneys with the experience, independence, and business judgment necessary for board roles and emphasizes the unique value lawyer-directors bring through their legal expertise, professional judgment, and knowledge of regulation and risk management. DirectWomen offers signature programs and resources such as the annual Board Institute, quarterly webinars on board service topics, the Sandra Day O’Connor Board Excellence Award Luncheon, and an alumnae directory to connect qualified women directors with organizations seeking board candidates. Since 2023, it has expanded internationally with an invite-only international board program featuring networking, panel discussions, and insights into obtaining international corporate board seats. The organization also provides on-demand webinars covering topics such as personal branding for board readiness, crisis management, cybersecurity, ESG, DEI, and private company board service. Its website highlights alumnae success stories and offers opportunities for sponsorship and partnership to support its mission of advancing gender diversity and excellence in corporate governance. | |
Syracuse University College of Law
Syracuse University College of Law Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Arrow Central Europe Holding Munich GmbH
Arrow Central Europe Holding Munich GmbH Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Distributes electronic components and computer products | Distribution Services |
Allbirds, Inc.
 Allbirds, Inc. Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Sells shoes through online for men and women | Retail Trade |
A.E. Petsche UK Ltd.
A.E. Petsche UK Ltd. Electronics DistributorsDistribution Services Wholesales electronic and telecommunications equipment and parts | Distribution Services |
Nuburu, Inc
 Nuburu, Inc Electronic ComponentsElectronic Technology Develops and manufactures industrial blue lasers | Electronic Technology |
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