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Washington, Dc, Us

Washington, Dc, Us

Maryland, United States

Pernod Ricard Brand Development Manager advanced Pernod Ricard's presence through supplier programing and activations.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

As a Business Development Manager representing RNDC's full supplier portfolio, I developed new business through wine and spirit presentations. I was responsible for processing new restaurant openings, which included account acquisition, menu development, product training, and sales representative transitions. I collaborated with the National Accounts Team on corporate new accounts and assisted suppliers with large-scale music festivals like Project Glow, Broccoli Fest, Something in the Water… Show more As a Business Development Manager representing RNDC's full supplier portfolio, I developed new business through wine and spirit presentations. I was responsible for processing new restaurant openings, which included account acquisition, menu development, product training, and sales representative transitions. I collaborated with the National Accounts Team on corporate new accounts and assisted suppliers with large-scale music festivals like Project Glow, Broccoli Fest, Something in the Water, and Shamrock Festival by forecasting inventory projections, managing product transfers, and overseeing delivery. I led industry events such as the RAMW Rammy's Gala, RAMW Nomination Event, and WSWA Toast to Congress. Show less

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

As a Pernod Ricard Brand Development Manager, I advanced the company's presence through supplier programming and activations. I particularly enjoyed hosting wine and spirit dinners, assisting accounts with menu development, and designing creative programs tailored to specific drinking occasions.

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Key Account Manager focused on Constellation Brands. Combined concept selling & Ecommerce to drive sales in my focused on and off premise accounts in DC and MD.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Maintained business relationships with my territory ensuring consecutive menu placements growing annual business. 5-time Salesperson of the Month from November 2018 September 2019.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Managed on & off premise events, activations, supplier programing and promotions for Beam Suntory, Campari, Remy Martin, Sazerac, and E. & J. Gallo. Meanwhile, leading the on premise team on Red Bull supplier goals.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Supported management & suppliers by maintaining calendar, monthly overview, gallonage and restaurant activity report. Oversaw charity and industry focused events.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Managed front- and back-of-house teams totaling 25 employees. Responsibilities included training, payroll, ordering, invoice management, scheduling, event sales, and coordination.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

At Equinox Restaurant, I consistently sold out the restaurant for lunch and dinner services through effective reservation management. I strategically controlled seating times and guest counts to optimize table turn times and maximize revenue. At Watershed Restaurant in the Hilton Garden Inn, I lead event sales and cordination, ranging from large corporate events accommodating up to 1,500 guests to intimate private dinners.

Chicago, Il

Chicago, Il

At the corporate office, I provided support to the event department and accounts receivable by confirming event orders, rentals, and invoices. In the reservations department, I managed 12 phone lines, consistently selling out reservations for four restaurants: Gibsons Steakhouse, Hugo's Frog Bar and Fish House, Luxbar Chicago, and Quartino Ristorante. Additionally, I served as a hostess at Hugo's during dinner service.

Chicago, Il