Pet specialty sales and territory manager working with distributors, retail chains, independent dealers and E-commerce in 3 states. In addition to the top independent dealers I work closely with chain accounts such as Coastal,Wilco,Mini Petmart,ZamZows, Grange Coop,Cascade Outdoors etc. Specialize in new product launches, product management, promotions, displays, blitzes, training and distributor support and ride alongs. Set up and attend distributor open houses and national pet industry trade shows. Sales excellence award for 2018,2019 and 2020.

Senior Account Manager2009-2014Specialized in managing products lines, sales, price negotiation, and first to market launches with manufacturers in distribution, independent pet supply/equine industry. Met regularly with decision makers at distributors , independent dealers, direct chains and E-commerce (Amazon). Worked with and trained distributor reps and dealers to pull through lines at the retail level. Set up and attended open houses, trade (Global,SuperZoo) and all distributor shows (ASC, VSI ,Central) throughout the US in and outside my given territory. Consistently looked for and added new customers to increase revenue stream, My territory includes 7 US states including AK and Vancouver, Edmonton and Alberta Canada. Called on decision makers at top customers such as Fre Meyer,Coastal, Wilco, Amazon, Anipet, Coast to Coast, Murdocks, ZamZows,Big R, NorSky, Mini Petmart, BiMart, Animal Supply, VSI , Independent Pet Supply,Central Pet, Pet Club, Blue Sky, AK Garden & Pet, Pet Zoo, PFE, Petco & PetSmart and Pet Supplies PlusSenior District ManagerChuck Latham AssociatesAug 2000- May 2009Senior District Manager & Regional ManagerResponsible to hire, train, manage and coach a team of managers, merchandisers, reset teams and demo associates in 5 states including BC and Alaska. Worked with chain accounts such as Petco and PetSmart, Bed Bath and Beyond, Pet Supplies Plus, PFE and Pet Club and other independent chains and dealers. Responsible for approving payroll for up to 77 employees, expenses and writing and conducting performance reviews.*Communication Award- Chuck Latham Associates 2009*Employee of the Quarter – Chuck Latham Associates 2011

Worked with customers both in the store and by appointment at a Flag Ship Nautica location.. Responsible for setting and maintaining revolving displays. pricing, markdowns, inventory. Attended by yearly Nautica training classes to go over upcoming lines and display requirements to take back to my team for implementation. I was Diamond producer and received annual President club Awards and Monthly Sales Awards.