• Launched and expanded portfolio domestically to 20 new states/markets.• Maintained culture of compliance and customer-first attitude.• Activated chain and regional off-premise distribution, including e-commerce platform distribution and maintenance.• Collaborated with nationally aligned distributor and regional distributor(s) where necessary.• Operated in close collaboration with control state partners to obtain luxury category buy-in and distribution.

•Implemented new standard operating procedures to ensure on-time delivery of product offerings to customers•Grew coverage territory from three to ten states within first eight months, garnering new, profitable business opportunities•Leveraged distributor relationships and network to gain 400+ new points of distribution within three months of onboarding•Creatively balanced small operating budget to maximize company marketing, end-consumer reach, and client engagement

• Significantly increased year-over-sales in first eight months after being promoted to Texas State Manager role• Managed and created cohesive operating rhythm with distributor and broker partners across the country• Expanded footprint of distribution with National Sales Manager from three states to 18• Established and developed permanent worldwide military distribution within the AAFES and NEXCOM sales channels as well as distribution in the cruise line (Carnival & Disney) and Duty Free channels• Created standardized methods for tracking monthly depletions, shipments, and open purchase order analytics• Effectively managed team of six employees across the state of Texas and trained new Colorado State Manager• Expanded brands through building influential relationships and partnerships with both on and off-premise accounts • Deployed impactful programming in collaboration with marketing and operations departments

• Work with National Sales Manager to prepare the following: • State and National volume & distribution budgets • Price structures • Programming calendars • Sales budgets • Inventory levels• Prepare monthly sales report for Executive Team• Manage On-Site data and prepare monthly reports• Conduct program evaluations and determine effectiveness of investments• Maintain relationship with sampling agency and manage schedule and budget with sales team• Oversee event calendar and organize events with sales team Sales Tools• Prepare presentations for distributors and sales team• Work with marketing team to prepare sell sheets for POS, drink features, merchandising, etc• Distribute monthly sales reports to TX sales team• Manage POS inventory with distributors and sales team New Market Set Up• Prepare brand set up and registration files with new markets and distributors• Attend set up meetings with new distributors and maintain relationships with key personnel• Conduct market research including: competitive retail pricing, retail landscape (identify key chain and independent accounts), on-premise landscape (identify key chain accounts/groups doing business in a market and drink/brand trends), identify networking opportunities (bartender guilds, trade associations, etc.), and seek out events that would be beneficial for F&R brands with which to partner.

Employee of GE Aviation Materials (GEAM), Inc.Ensure a high quality implementation of the ERP transition from the business' legacy system to the Oracle platform.Develop, drive and monitor multi-level testing execution for assigned teamsDesign, develop, and implement a targeted training curriculum & programs in a diligent effort to develop standardized business processes that reduce processing time Communicate project status, achievements, risk and mitigation to a broad business stakeholder group and capture best practices in project management across business units for better integration and automationExecute the rollout of project deliverables, including but not limited to: documentation, testing, conversion, training and user acceptanceAssist project managers in the execution of their projects, controlling variables such as schedule and budgetCreate & drive a culture of engagement and change management within the business across all functions and ensure the smooth transition of the end-to-end tools and processes to functional business users

Provide comprehensive analytical Customer Relationship Management support developing business and marketing analytics, interpreting data, and reporting results to the Commercial Excellence Organization in the Equipment Finance group. Lead and execute quantitative research studies and recommend custom research methodologies to meet business objectives.Provide comprehensive analytical support including pulling data, preparing analyses, interpreting data, assist in the development of a database marketing strategy, and making and communicating strategic recommendations.Produce monthly/quarterly market overviews and analysis including, but not limited to market sizing, segmentation, prospect targeting, deal opportunity accuracy and completeness reporting and market share analytics.Regularly meet with business partners to assess and prioritize informational needs and required frequency.Serve as CRM system super user/expert, liaises with database lead, providing day-to-day support to sales team, collecting sales team feedback on process / tools improvement, leading prioritization of enhancements and improvements and managing customer and prospect databases.Research market and prospect data resources available to develop best–in-class dataLeadership team member of the site's GE HealthAhead CommiteeParticipate on the campus interview and resume review team for Texas Christian University (TCU)

Member of the GE Aviation Materials (GEAM), Inc. (Grand Prairie) Customer Fulfillment TeamResponsible for daily coordination of fulfillment issues related to Customer Service Agreements, Time and Material, Component Repair and Accessory shops Responsible for resolution of issues related to shop processes Represent customers in production meetings and communicates status to the customer Responsible for warranty and guarantee administration including prevention and identification of potential claims and management of actual claims Ensure accuracy of documentation including shipping, invoicing and finance systems Co-Chair and active member of GE's F.E.A.T. (Fun Employee Activities Team)Participant in 1 GE DFW which entails organizing, planning, and presenting employee engagement activities for all GE businesses in the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex

Manage lease and rental accountsGenerate new business opportunities Consult customers on a large variety of equipment

Develop marketing and promotional piecesCollaborate with outside designersProof and Edit print, digital, and eCampaign marketing pieces

Manage/Operate store in the absence of the ownerSecure clientele and coordinate apparel for customersCreated new promotional collateral

Confront and enforce policy violationsMeet program deadlinesPlan and implement educational and community building programsParticipate in staff development and leadership seminars

An official, nominated mascot for Xavier Athletic events and charitable functions. I was chosen to be both the Xavier University Musketeer, D'Artagnan, and Xavier's own "Blue Blob."