↠ I’m a dedicated professional with 19+ years of guiding global category management in the beverage industry [alcohol], combined with achievements in an F500 company (FedEx). ↠ I provide focused leadership, all while maintaining a strong strategic vision to drive revenue growth, market share expansion, and profitability. I also forge lasting stakeholder relationships and foster collaboration among diverse teams. I champion innovative, data-driven solutions to establish pricing plans, advance global plans, and consistently exceed all expectations. 📚 Supporting these achievements are my industry training and qualifications. These include the the Liquor Salesperson License (MI), and the Liquor Vendor Representative License (MI).Key areas of specialization:Category Management / Buyer / Alcoholic Beverage Industry / Brand Management / Pricing / Commercial DevelopmentMarket Analysis / Training & Coaching / Strategic Market Planning / Reporting / Communication / Problem-SolvingSustainability / Marketing / Business Development / Leadership & Collaboration / Global Markets🏆 Selected highlights from my career:⭐Attained recognition in the Grand Rapids 40 Under 40 with the Grand Rapids Business Journal. Lobbied for Social Alcohol Refreshment Zones” during COVID and earned a reputation as a thought leader in the alcoholic beverage industry.⭐Received a promotion to Midwest Regional Sales Manager at PKGD Solutions, managing private and public liquor brands to facilitate pacesetting growth. ⭐Hosted virtual cocktail classes, promoted regional brands, and thrived as an on-air personality (NBC, TODAY, FOX, CBS, ABC, and iHeart Media Group) at DrinkGR LLC.⭐Promoted to Strategic Account Manager at FedEx Services as a top performer. Received the prestigious 5-Star Award (the highest possible recognition for an employee).In my free time, I enjoy biking, traveling, cooking/grilling, mixing cocktails/mocktails, hosting events/parties, and hiking. I look forward to meeting you! 📧 You can reach me at Nateblury2@gmail.com.