Four Hands CEO Presented Ernst & Young 2019 Entrepreneur of the Year Award in Distribution, Manufacturing & Real Estate

Briggs’s forward-thinking drive and entrepreneurial spirit are guiding forces behind the advancement of Four Hands, from product development to supply chain and information technology, to the brand experience for customers and employees alike. Under his leadership, Four Hands has become one of the largest privately held companies in Austin, evolving from global trader of one-of-a-kind antiques to fashion-forward influencer of style in the home furnishings industry with a list of top-tier brands as leading customers.

“Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year award is one of the most prestigious awards for entrepreneurs across the globe, and I’m incredibly honored to be recognized among some of the top business leaders in Central Texas,” says Briggs of the achievement. “Four Hands has been on a mission to evolve into a full lifestyle brand as well as improve every aspect of the customer experience. The changes we’ve made have clearly resonated with our customers and have allowed us to double revenue over the last five years. We have an amazingly talented team of people that have made this happen and I’m incredibly grateful and proud to work with them."

Watch Brigg's acceptance speech here.