Jonathan Gusanders
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Father | Brand Builder | Sales Manager | Distributor Management | Aerial Photographer | at Happy Dad Hard Seltzer
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States 15 work roles 1 school
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Jonathan Gusanders is listed as Father | Brand Builder | Sales Manager | Distributor Management | Aerial Photographer | at Happy Dad Hard Seltzer, based in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Jonathan Gusanders.

Jonathan Gusanders previously worked as State Launch Sales Manager at Happy Dad Hard Seltzer and Co-Founder / Business Consultant at Wander. Jonathan Gusanders holds Bachelor Of Science, History, Marketing from Illinois State University.

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Highly experienced sales and brand manager having worked with the largest alcohol distributors and brands in the United States. Expert at brand launches and maintenance/growth of brands. Collaborative approach to management of distributors, and comfortable hand selling and working with executive level at distributors. Analytic in nature, being able to identify opportunities and challenges in sales data. Awarded-winning employee with 2 organizations, William Grant & Sons and Phusion Projects, working diligently and collaboratively to exceed goals and create unique sales strategies. Experienced manager with a passion for mentoring and coaching others to not only succeed but grow their careers.Experience with several CRM's and data platforms including Salesforce, Greatvines, Hubspot, VIP, Nielsen, FAA certified UAS drone pilot and photographer with published content featured by the Colorado Rockies, Milwaukee Brewers, the City of Milwaukee, and several nature and photo media outlets including NBC, Fox News, Discovery, Yahoo News, and Weather Channel.Commissioned by the National WWII Museum, Lake Pontchartrain Conservancy, Marriott International, Cambria Hotels, and dozens of festivals and Mardi Gras Parades. The only drone operator approved by FAA & Homeland Security to fly on Mardi Gras 2024 in New Orleans

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Happy Dad Hard Seltzer
Happy Dad Hard Seltzer
Father | Brand Builder | Sales Manager | Distributor Management | Aerial Photographer |
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Jonathan Gusanders work experience

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State Launch Sales Manager

Current

Orange County, CA, US

Launching America’s #1 Growing Seltzer and Lifestyle brand in Louisiana, Florida, and North Carolina. Strategically partnering with both on & off premise chain and independent accounts to seed and grow our independently owned Hard Seltzer. Collaborate and build relationships from the ground up with distributor partners to ensure mutually beneficial growth.

Aug 2023 - Present

Co-Founder / Business Consultant

Current

New Orleans, LA, US

Consultative solutions working directly with campgrounds, restaurants, taverns, and attractions to increase their brand visibility, increase operational efficiencies, improve processes, increase revenue by maximizing margins on menu items, store goods, lodging fees.

Jun 2022 - Present

Faa Licensed Drone Pilot

Current
Freelance

Have logged over 1,500 flight hours and flown both recreationally and on contract in 35 states, 5 countries. Have collaborated with the Colorado Rockies, Milwaukee Brewers, NBC, Mardi Gras(New Orleans), in addition to dozens of hotel/golf/camp properties, land surveying, disaster recovery surveys, and events. Specialize in event photography, landscapes.

May 2020 - Present

Key Account Sales Manager

Chicago, Illinois, US

Managing growth of Provi Beverage Solutions ordering portal and bringing more efficiencies to the alcoholic beverage space. Managed onboarding of hundreds of retailers including Applebees, Darden, Buffalo Wild Wings.

May 2021 - Sep 2022

Regional Sales Manager

Chicago, Illinois, US

Managed the sales and distribution network in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota for a global, innovative alcoholic beverage company. Worked across both the Miller, AB, and several liquor wholesalers.2020 Basic Seltzer Rep of the Year2020 Innovator of the Year2019 Midwest Region Rep of the Year

Dec 2018 - May 2021

Key Account Manager

Abita Springs, LA, US

Manage sales network and marketing efforts for the Illinois, Indiana region. Work closely with 17 distributors while also hand-selling at an account level and strategically marketing the brand at events, beer fests, and with features both on and off-premise.

Apr 2015 - Jan 2018

Portfolio Marketing Manager

New York, New York, US

Oversee local marketing/sales initiatives for William Grant & Son's Super Premium spirits portfolio: Reyka Vodka, Monkey Shoulder Whiskey, Art in the Age, Hudson Whiskey, Solerno Blood Orange Liqueur, Tullamore D.E.W Irish Whiskey, Sailor Jerry Rum.Won Reyka “Inventivator” (Employee) of the year - 2014

Jan 2014 - Dec 2014

Chicago Innovation Portfolio Manager

New York, New York, US

Develop and oversee local marketing initiatives for William Grant & Sons innovations portfolio: Reyka Vodka, Hudson Whiskeys, Solerno Blood Orange Liqueur, Art in the Age and Monkey Shoulder.

Apr 2013 - Dec 2013

Market Manager

Chicago, IL, US

Oversee experiential activation for Pernod-Ricard's on-premise spirit brands in the Chicago region.

Jun 2011 - Apr 2013

Account Coordinator

Chicago, IL, US

Helped develop and manage experiential marketing strategies for Pernod-Ricard, most notably Malibu Rum and Chivas Regal.

Jul 2009 - May 2011

Intern

Chicago, IL, US

Intern for one of their largest accounts, Pernod Ricard.

Apr 2009 - Jun 2009

President/Owner

Unipics Marketing

Design, manage, market, sell and produce collegiate promotional materials. Sold company in 2009.

May 2007 - May 2009

Account Executive

Bloomington Prairie Thunder

Marketing and Sales of IHL Minor League Hockey Club

Jun 2008 - Feb 2009

Student Manager, Isu Athletics, Ticket Office

Normal, IL, US

Worked in the ISU Redbirds ticket office and oversaw student schedules and day to day operations for 3 months while there was no assistant manager.

Aug 2005 - Nov 2007
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Jonathan Gusanders education

  • Illinois State University
    Illinois State University
    Marketing
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What company does Jonathan Gusanders work for?

Jonathan Gusanders works for Happy Dad Hard Seltzer.

What is Jonathan Gusanders's role at Happy Dad Hard Seltzer?

Jonathan Gusanders is listed as Father | Brand Builder | Sales Manager | Distributor Management | Aerial Photographer | at Happy Dad Hard Seltzer.

Where is Jonathan Gusanders based?

Jonathan Gusanders is based in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States while working with Happy Dad Hard Seltzer.

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Jonathan Gusanders has worked for Happy Dad Hard Seltzer, Wander, Freelance, Provi, and Phusion Projects.

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Jonathan Gusanders holds Bachelor Of Science, History, Marketing from Illinois State University.

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