Jonathan Gusanders Email and Phone Number
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
Happy Dad Hard Seltzer
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State Launch Sales ManagerHappy Dad Hard Seltzer Aug 2023 - PresentOrange County, Ca, UsLaunching 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 and profitability.
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Co-Founder / Business ConsultantWander Jun 2022 - PresentNew Orleans, La, UsConsultative 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. -
Faa Licensed Drone PilotFreelance May 2020 - PresentHave 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, live-action sports, and the outdoor industry.
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Key Account Sales ManagerProvi May 2021 - Sep 2022Chicago, Illinois, UsManaging 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. -
Regional Sales ManagerPhusion Projects Dec 2018 - May 2021Chicago, Illinois, UsManaged 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 -
Regional Sales ManagerAbita Brewing Co. Jan 2017 - Dec 2018Abita Springs, La, Us -
Key Account ManagerAbita Brewing Co. Apr 2015 - Jan 2018Abita Springs, La, UsManage 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.
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Portfolio Marketing ManagerMomentum Worldwide Jan 2014 - Dec 2014New York, New York, UsOversee 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 -
Chicago Innovation Portfolio ManagerMomentum Worldwide Apr 2013 - Dec 2013New York, New York, UsDevelop 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.
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Market ManagerLegacy Marketing Partners Jun 2011 - Apr 2013Chicago, Il, UsOversee experiential activation for Pernod-Ricard's on-premise spirit brands in the Chicago region. -
Account CoordinatorLegacy Marketing Partners Jul 2009 - May 2011Chicago, Il, UsHelped develop and manage experiential marketing strategies for Pernod-Ricard, most notably Malibu Rum and Chivas Regal.
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InternLegacy Marketing Partners Apr 2009 - Jun 2009Chicago, Il, UsIntern for one of their largest accounts, Pernod Ricard.
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President/OwnerUnipics Marketing May 2007 - May 2009Design, manage, market, sell and produce collegiate promotional materials. Sold company in 2009.
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Account ExecutiveBloomington Prairie Thunder Jun 2008 - Feb 2009Marketing and Sales of IHL Minor League Hockey Club
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Student Manager, Isu Athletics, Ticket OfficeIllinois State University Aug 2005 - Nov 2007Normal, Il, UsWorked in the ISU Redbirds ticket office and oversaw student schedules and day to day operations for 3 months while there was no assistant manager.
Jonathan Gusanders Education Details
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Illinois State UniversityMarketing
Frequently Asked Questions about Jonathan Gusanders
What company does Jonathan Gusanders work for?
Jonathan Gusanders works for Happy Dad Hard Seltzer
What is Jonathan Gusanders's role at the current company?
Jonathan Gusanders's current role is Father | Brand Builder | Sales Manager | Distributor Management | Aerial Photographer |.
What schools did Jonathan Gusanders attend?
Jonathan Gusanders attended Illinois State University.
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