Aron K. Daniels Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Connecticut, United States

Artisanal Brewing Ventures is listed as #6 producer of Craft Beer nationally and #15 overall beer in 2022, #7 & #17 respectively in 2023 according to Brewers Association. Currently managing wholesaler business across Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Connecticut, Massachusetts & Rhode Island.

New Haven, Connecticut

Artisanal Brewing Ventures is listed as #8 producer of Craft Beer nationally in 2020 according to Brewers Association. #10 producer of craft beer nationally in 2019 according to Brewers Association. #11 producer of craft beer nationally in 2018 according to Brewers Association. Actively representing regional powerhouse breweries including Sixpoint (Brooklyn,NY), Victory(Downingtown, PA) & Southern Tier(Lakewood,NY) as well as Southern Tier Distilling in CT. Distribution in CT via Brescome Barton, Craft Beer Guild & Northeast Beverage. As of Q1 2021 representing Bold Rock Cider, the #2 largest hard cider brand in terms of volume in the US. Bold Rock offers a diversified line of award-winning craft beverage products including Hard Cider and Hard Seltzer crafted from fresh, locally sourced apples in Virginia and North Carolina as well as Craft Cocktails made from premium American spirits. In Q3 of 2021 launched Southern Tier Distilling portfolio across CT, including RTD's, Vodka Seltzers & Whiskey.Jammer of the Month - June 2019

Connecticut / Rhode Island

Artisanal Brewing Ventures · Actively representing Sixpoint Brewery in Connecticut & Rhode Island · Distribution network via Craft Beer Guild/Sheehan Family Company · Daily field sales calls to on/off premise accounts in order to maintain visibility, relationships, and ensure product sales · Works closely with wholesaler in order to facilitate distribution including but not limited to monthly ride with opportunities and recaps · Conducts wholesaler meetings to launch new products and introduce seasonal and specialty offerings · Coordinates weekly off premise in store tastings in conjunction with product placements · Actively monitors off premise product freshness, warm shelf and cold box location as well as end cap/display opportunities · Shared duty of regional social media accounts to promote product awareness, event releases and relevant brand news in the local market · Orchestrates on premise events such as Beer Dinners, Tap Takeovers & Pint Nights by selling product in, promoting & attending · Monitors weekly wholesaler inventories to identify opportunities and trends · Identifies distribution gaps and actively works market to recapture lost business · Uses VIP ( Vermont Information Processing) data to identify opportunities or gain other business insights · Focuses on transitioning seasonal products in and out of retail outlets · Maintains a budget with smart field spending habits · Effectively plans out daily routes and on/off premise account specific goals · Represents brand in the field at Beer Festivals & Charity Events· Assists in Crew Drives in adjacent territories to help launch brands or boost sales

New Haven, Fairfield & Middlesex Counties

Long Trail Brewing is listed as #24 Craft Brewery based on volume/production in the USA according to Brewers Association (2016) & #31 (2017). Formerly represented 3 brands with 4 wholesalers and a total of 40,000+ case equivalents per year in New Haven , Fairfield & Middlesex Counties· Works closely with wholesalers in order to facilitate distribution including but not limited to monthly ride with opportunities and recaps · Conducts wholesaler meetings to launch new products and introduce seasonal and specialty offerings · Coordinates weekly off premise in store tastings in conjunction with product placements · Actively monitors off premise product freshness, warm shelf and cold box location as well as end cap/display opportunities · Runs regional Twitter & Instagram accounts to promote product awareness, event releases and relevant brand news in the local market · Orchestrates on premise events such as Beer Dinners, Tap Takeovers & Pint Nights by selling product in, promoting & attending · Monitors weekly wholesaler inventories to identify opportunities and trends · Identifies distribution gaps and actively works market to recapture lost business · Develops and maintains retailer relationships through consistent in person visits as well as keeping customers advised of new products · Uses VIP ( Vermont Information Processing) data to identify opportunities or gain other business insights · Focuses on transitioning seasonal products in and out of retail outlets · Maintains a budget with smart field spending habits · Effectively plans out daily routes and on/off premise account specific goals · Follows chain store ad activity, visits retailer to cross check ad pricing as well as display priority

Stamford / Meriden

Successfully shared in managerial and leadership responsibilities · Held monthly one on one meetings to discuss previous results and implement goals · Utilized leadership training to communicate effectively with staff · Led by example by embracing and adhering to company policies and procedures · Implemented the Cycle of the Sale process consistently and effectively · Pursued continuing education opportunities to further develop sales and leadership skills · Responded to all client inquires thoroughly and professionally via phone, email and in person · Utilized a variety of resources to find the appropriate fit for client while maximizing profits · Achieved sales goals and performance requirements through new client sales · Detail focused invoicing, client interaction, documentation and accounting · Analyzed business and created actionable plan for improved results · Worked to maintain existing clientele while building referral business simultaneously · Sandals Certified Sales Specialist · French Polynesia Specialist · Club Med Specialist · Celebrity Cruise Line Specialist · Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Specialist · Cayman Islands Certified Specialist · Hyatt Hotels & Resorts Specialist · Aruba Certified Expert · Jamaica Travel Specialist · St Lucia Specialist · Barbados ELITE Club

Waterbury / Fairfield / Stamford

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