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Naples, FL, US

Naples, Florida, US

Serve as concierge for Third Street Naples, (oldest part of Naples). Offer locals and tourists a variety of information, handouts, suggestions of places to visit. Manage inventory of products, re-order necessary product handouts from vendors. Communicate with office for various items. Participate in events on the street, interact with vendors for farmers.

Launched a brokerage/consulting company to represent specialty brands. Grew business in a variety of channels including traditional food service, schools and up and down street (UDS). Responsible for all operations, accounting, marketing, business development, and hiring and management of an assistant.➤ Led market growth initiatives for Julian's Recipe.

Hayward, 94545, US

Hired to manage and grow the national $4.5M Whole Foods account for this local family-owned business offering more than 50 prepared and packaged products. Oversight of hot food bars and kiosks including regional menu strategy, new product introductions, distributor coordination, in-store demos, inventory management, contract management, and sales.

Oversaw market debut and expansion for this startup from the creator of Terra Chips and ALEXIA Foods. ➤ Created, initiated, and implemented a total food service plan for entry into the food service arena and built brand from $0 to $2+ million in annual sales in first year.➤ Successfully sold into Jamba Juice, coffee companies (Starbucks, Seattle’s Best).

Las Vegas, NV, US

Led market launch and sales growth initiatives for this new specialty niche snack concentrating on “hand to mouth” brand recognition through marketing events, food service venues, retail, and placement. Managed 7 western and Rocky Mountain states involving hiring a broker network. ➤ Developed and implemented a total food service plan for well-received.

Hoboken, New Jersey, US

Oversaw successful regional and national sales for the nation’s largest pre-packaged food manufacturer. Managed and grew accounts within food service, airline and club channels of business, including focus on natural and specialty brands. ➤ Generated $5+ million in sales nationwide while increasing revenue by 15-20% annually.➤ Sold into large chains.

Regional sales for this producer of a line of handmade hors d’oeuvres for the food service industry.➤ Increased sales by 40% within first six months.➤ Launched a new product line for the Western U.S. by capitalizing on established relationships with broker, distributor and operator networks.

US

National sales for this manufacturer of specialty sausage sold to food service clubs and the retail trade.➤ Initiated $2+ million in sales nationwide while increasing revenue by more than 10% annually.➤ Customized and implemented national contract for Sheraton Corporation with sales volume of $500k annually; Introduced product to Disney World property.