Selling BC Wine | Craft Cider | Craft Beer | Craft Spirits | Zero Proof Wines & SpiritsCoastal Craft Beverages represents a portfolio of craft beverage producers on Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and the Sunshine Coast. In partnership with these producers, we provide you with direct access to premium quality products for your Restaurant, Bar, Retail Store/LRS and Catering Company.We work exclusively with producers that are independent, like-minded, and focused on… Show more Selling BC Wine | Craft Cider | Craft Beer | Craft Spirits | Zero Proof Wines & SpiritsCoastal Craft Beverages represents a portfolio of craft beverage producers on Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and the Sunshine Coast. In partnership with these producers, we provide you with direct access to premium quality products for your Restaurant, Bar, Retail Store/LRS and Catering Company.We work exclusively with producers that are independent, like-minded, and focused on sustainable business practices. These producers have a story and history behind the beverages they produce, and we'd love to share their story with you.The Portfolio includes: Blue Grouse Estate Winery The Dubh Glas Distillery (Noteworthy Gin)Fitzpatrick Family VineyardsLightning RockNomad Handcrafted CiderNorth Point BrewingQ&A WineSage Hayward Vineyardssoftcrush Crush ImportsStag's Hollow WineryTofino DistilleryWinemaker's Cut Contact me to learn more: sara@coastalcraft.ca or 250.818.6469 and visit coastalcraft.ca Show less

Canada’s leading no/low alcohol importer and distributor. Rethinking drinking with refreshing alternatives for the sober and sober-curious. We are excited to represent the Portfolio on Vancouver Island, the Sunshine Coast, and the Gulf Islands.

crush imports is a boutique focused wine & spirits import & distribution company bringing the worlds best product to Canadian consumers. Partnering with family growers from around the world whose values mirror our own including sustainability, integrity, high level of service, and offering a product that is of high quality yet offers incredible valueWe're an enthusiastic, dynamic, and creative team passionate about wine and serious about sales.

DRINK DISTRIBUTION is a warehousing and delivery company based out of Victoria BC, Canada. Providing a LOCAL solution and partner. Simplifying distribution and storage, for alcohol and beverage producers, on Vancouver Island & the Gulf Islands

We represented the Vintage West Portfolio on Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands & the Sunshine Coast

Sea Cider is an organic cidery and orchard located minutes from downtown Victoria. Situated on 10 acres overlooking Haro Strait, the Ciderhouse is open for tastings and tours year round. Sea Cider is the perfect venue for large and small weddings and corporate events. Producing award-winning ciders, Sea Cider is available throughout B.C., Alberta, Manitoba, Washington & Oregon State and Chicago. As Sales & Marketing Mgr. for the Wholesale, Retail and Events divisions at Sea Cider I:-… Show more Sea Cider is an organic cidery and orchard located minutes from downtown Victoria. Situated on 10 acres overlooking Haro Strait, the Ciderhouse is open for tastings and tours year round. Sea Cider is the perfect venue for large and small weddings and corporate events. Producing award-winning ciders, Sea Cider is available throughout B.C., Alberta, Manitoba, Washington & Oregon State and Chicago. As Sales & Marketing Mgr. for the Wholesale, Retail and Events divisions at Sea Cider I:- Grew sales and promoted the Sea Cider portfolio.- Sold to, and serviced our wholesale customers throughout B.C. and developed new accounts.- Liaised with sales agents, importers and distributors outside of B.C. to ensure success.- Managed social media, online marketing, & website content management.- Sold and promoted Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse as a destination and venue for tour & travel, corporate events, weddings, and packaged with other Peninsula attractions and wineries. Show less

Provided sales, marketing, communications & social media support to a variety of businesses focusing on: Business and revenue development, strategic partnerships, sponsorships and project & event management.

Locally owned and operated full service liquor stores with Vancouver Island's broadest selection of wines, beer, spirits, ciders and coolers, all at better than competitive pricing. As a Product Specialist, I shared my passion for wine and spirits through exceptional customer service and education. - Promoted products and conducted tastings.- Assisted with merchandising and marketing efforts. - Responsible for increasing sales and revenue.

With headquarters in Victoria, British Columbia the Oak Bay Marine Group (OBMG) owned and operated a variety of resorts, marinas, restaurants and attractions in British Columbia, Oregon and the Bahamas. I was an enthusiastic part of the marketing team at OBMG:- Evaluated and coordinated advertising opportunities and media buys.- Developed and implemented resort promotions through print, social media channels, & online marketing. - Managed lead generation and marketing… Show more With headquarters in Victoria, British Columbia the Oak Bay Marine Group (OBMG) owned and operated a variety of resorts, marinas, restaurants and attractions in British Columbia, Oregon and the Bahamas. I was an enthusiastic part of the marketing team at OBMG:- Evaluated and coordinated advertising opportunities and media buys.- Developed and implemented resort promotions through print, social media channels, & online marketing. - Managed lead generation and marketing campaigns.- Responsible for social media engagement & monitoring, and website content management.- Coordinated/managed events, direct mail, collateral, signage, programs, budgets, analytics. Show less

Assisted clients by ensuring their meetings, events, retreats, weddings, and incentive trips were a success and they had a fabulous experience in Victoria. Managed the successful launch of a new website and social media strategy for the organization, and negotiated contracts and rates, worked with partners, and established new partnerships to maximize revenue. Developed and implemented hotel promotions and marketing and advertising strategies to increase hotel awareness and visibility… Show more Assisted clients by ensuring their meetings, events, retreats, weddings, and incentive trips were a success and they had a fabulous experience in Victoria. Managed the successful launch of a new website and social media strategy for the organization, and negotiated contracts and rates, worked with partners, and established new partnerships to maximize revenue. Developed and implemented hotel promotions and marketing and advertising strategies to increase hotel awareness and visibility of the brand. Built relationships with key accounts to retain business and increase market share, and prospected for new accounts to meet organizational goals, ultimately increasing revenue. Show less

Managed the Philanthropic giving portfolio at the Royal BC Museum. This included the annual giving campaign, stewardship and donor relations, direct response, and planned gifts. Responsible for the success of the Annual Gala Fundraiser Artifact or Artifiction.

As a member of the senior management team, developed, managed and implemented revenue development strategies including: direct mail, fundraising events, grant and foundation applications, sponsorships, external and internal communications, ongoing donor relations, donor recognition and stewardship. Managed community relations and communications for VWTH.

Event and Project Coordinator - As a contractor, had an opportunity to work for and with Marischal De Armond and for Tami Tate on a number of exciting and dynamic events, conferences, and sponsorship projects.