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Corona, Ca, Us

Corona, California, United States

Exciting news! I am thrilled to announce the launch of Betr Brands Solutions - the one-stop-shop for all your beverage needs. From sales & distribution opportunities to formulation, graphic design, marketing, training, and legal, we've got you covered. With over 50+ years of combined experience, we have worked with some of the biggest CPG companies in the industry, including Prime Hydration, Alani Nu, Bang Energy, and Red Bull. We have also helped scale smaller startups like Sway Energy and Clean Cause. Our vast network and expertise are at your disposal to help your company achieve its goals.

Louisville, Kentucky, United States

Responsible for the strategy, execution, and performance management of a best-in-class distribution network. Managed a plan of 9.7MM cases with a revenue target of $313MM and a BU of 20+ Distributor Partners. Oversaw Company Owned Distribution in Nevada and Utah. Led a high-performing team of 110 Division Sales Managers, Market Managers, and Field Sales Managers.

Louisville, Kentucky, United States

Managed a team of Area Sales Managers and Market Managers and distributor business results within the Southwest territory. Developed and ensured the execution of account strategies for all company products and achieved sales, profit, and market share objectives for all national and regional accounts and programs.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Responsible for 100% of all U.S. DSD Sales, including strategic planning and forecast of all inventory production, sales, and revenue planning, with full responsibility regarding full P&L for the organization. Oversaw Company Owned Distribution in Southern California. Identified route-to-market “RTM” strategies that allowed Sway Energy to maximize market penetration and sustainable growth.

Austin, Texas, United States

Built a DSD distribution network in alignment with route-to-market models necessary to service multiple business channels, including natural and specialty retailers. Oversaw Company Owned Distribution in Austin, Texas (Company HQ).

Weston, Florida, United States

Responsible for the self-distribution business across 11 profit center locations. Led a team of general sales managers, operations managers, district sales managers, account sales managers, and office administrators, spanning 223 employees with eight direct reports. Sold to 12,545 accounts YTD, +7,505 accounts vs. PY (85 new chains, 3,500 new Independents), with an average of 11.7 SKUs per account. Introduced centralized reporting, which included Daily Revenue, KPI, Distribution, IRI, Chain Specific Display Execution, and Innovation (new product) Reports.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Selected to manage the largest exclusive Red Bull distributor in the US, leading a team of 88 employees with 12 direct reports across sales, operations, merchandising, and administrative divisions. Oversaw $48MM in gross revenue, 2MM serving units (case equivalents) annually across 3,600 accounts (buying).

Southern California

Promoted to lead the largest exclusive Red Bull distributor in the Southern California market (at the time), overseeing 58 employees. Managed $30MM in gross revenue, sold 1.3 MM serving units (case equivalents) annually across 2,200 accounts (buying). Established weekly meetings with all departments to drive incremental sales across marketing events, such as Coachella, American Motorcyclist Association, and Red Bull Straight Rhythm. Recognized as the General Sales Manager of the year.

Orange County, California, United States

Directed the overall day-to-day operations, including managing the Sales and Operations teams within the Orange County territory and driving and developing retail execution in the market.

Orange County, California, United States

Accountable for volume growth and budget management within Orange County, a significant market distribution channel, while developing a team of six account sales representatives and three merchandisers. Selected to serve as a National Trainer, conducting training courses on RBDC processes and routines for new District Sales Managers and leaders within three months of being hired.

Southern California

Responsible for the largest territory in Southern California, Inland Empire. Recognized as a 2x Route Salesman of the Year, Circle of Excellence Award Winner, and Golden Cone Award Winner.