Hi, I'm Hugh!

Hugh Holston is a native of Fayetteville, North Carolina and is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

Professionally, Hugh currently serves on the Greensboro City Council as a Councilmember At Large. Additionally, he serves as a Senior Project Manager with Old North State Medical Society. Previously, Hugh has served in leadership positions with Fortune 250 companies to include Wells Fargo, AT&T, and Lincoln Financial Group. His career skills include strategic planning, finance, accounts receivable, relationship management, client services, and project management.

Hugh has lived, worked, and engaged in Greensboro, North Carolina for over 30 years. His wife, Olymphia (LeGrand) Holston, is a native of Greensboro and graduated from Dudley High School.  Hugh and his wife have an adult son, Jonathan, who currently works as a systems analyst.  All three are alumni of UNC Chapel Hill.

Hugh is inspired by his favorite quote,

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.“
-Anonymous

I am a problem solver, not a politician. With my Three Pillars for Progress, I am confident that my vision of 'Go B.I.G. - Believe in Greensboro' will result in solutions that have positive outcomes for the way that every existing and prospective resident and business lives, works, and engages in Greensboro. Over the years, I have established a track record of success building relationships, working in the community, and gaining invaluable local government experience to continue to support and benefit individuals and businesses in all of Greensboro.

I am uniquely positioned and prepared to lead and serve successfully for the benefit of all of Greensboro:

• My over 20-year finance and business background afford me the skill to hit the ground running to understand the budgets and finances that will drive future decision that impact Greensboro

• My planning and zoning experience as Chair of the Planning and Zoning Commission and as Chair of the Board of Adjustment has prepared me to understand complex land use opportunities and issues that are destined to arise with the tremendous expansion anticipated in housing and business growth in Greensboro.

• My experience with project management helps me to better appreciate what it takes to stand up a business operation, make payroll, and lead in the face of the market forces of supply and demand

• My over 20 years of grassroots leadership, engagement, and relationship development experience in community organizations in the areas of social justice, civil rights, housing, education, advocacy, and volunteerism has prepared me to better understand the needs and issues that impact all residents in Greensboro and to develop and implement programs that will have positive and meaningful outcomes.

Public Safety

It is imperative that we take intentional action to maintain and protect Greensboro's residents and our reputation as a "family-friendly" city.  Public safety is an important function of every municipality whether it's for existing or prospective residents and businesses. 

Economic Development

We believe it's vitally important that the City of Greensboro regain and build upon the momentum of economic investment and expansion. Having a robust plan is essential. My plan will engage our residents and stakeholders in a collaborative effort with City resources.

Community Engagement

We believe that Greensboro is only as strong as its citizens.  Our plan is to be inclusive and encourage others to actively participate in the decisions of our neighborhoods and communities across the city as we build a better Greensboro together.
Go B.I.G. and (B)elieve (I)n (G)reensboro!

Pictured with Irving Zavaleta and Tara Sandercock

Hugh is committed to successful engagement and outcomes on a state, regional, and local level. 

In addition to his recent appointment to the Greensboro City Council, Hugh’s community investment includes serving the community in the following capacities:

• Board of Trustees, North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, University of North Carolina
• Board of Trustees, College Foundation Inc. of North Carolina
• Chair, Planning and Zoning Commission, City of Greensboro
• Vice President, Theta Omicron Foundation
• Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Greensboro Housing Coalition
• Secretary, Board of Directors, NCCJ of the Piedmont Triad
• Chair, UNC Black Alumni Reunion (BAR) Committee

Pictured with Ray Flowers, Greensboro's first African-American Fire Chief