Hugh Brewer

Hugh Brewer

2015

Hugh Brewer

BSEE '59

Owner and President (retired)

Upchurch Electrical Supply

Hugh Brewer began his career with service in the U.S. Army at Nike Hercules missile site command in Chicago. After that, he returned to Arkansas to work for Southwest Electric Power Company (SWEPCO), and then McLellend Consulting Engineers. In 1970, he joined Upchurch Electrical Supply, a wholesale company that provides electrical supplies to contractors and industry. By 1982, Hugh was owner of the company. Under his leadership, Upchurch’s annual sales increased from $2.4 million to $16.4 million. The company opened two additional branches in Fort Smith in 1998 and 1996. The company designed the original lighting for Razorback Stadium, as well as the lighting for Baum Stadium. Major clients included Tyson Foods, the University of Arkansas, AERT, JV Manufacturing, McKee foods, SWEPCO and several of the area’s largest electrical contractors. Hugh retired in 1999 and continues to serve as a consulting engineer.