General Manager
General Beverage Inc.
Jasper In
Managed staff of 15 for this multi million dollar business. Negotiated acquisition of 7 additional beverage distributors, which resulted in 130% increase in net worth. Successfully engineered utilization of 3rd party consultants despite initial ownershippush-back. Decision resulted in improved sales and net profits, more efficient routing, and renewed employee morale. Led the packaging and negotiations for the sale of the business with total compensation eclipsing original owner goals: firm sold for 3x value previously proposed. Strengthened interpersonal, leadership and communication skills. Furthered unique skill in getting teams focused on common goals, encouraging ideas and leading vital improvements. Promoted from initial role as Route Sales and Delivery driver, in 1985.