Paul Tilton, Css, Wset Iii Email & Phone Number

Austin, Tx, Us

Austin, Texas, United States

As Diageo On-Premise Educator, I am responsible for delivering brand, cocktail, and bar operations education in support of a varied portfolio of Diageo spirit brands across Austin, Texas, while developing trade relationships, driving brand opportunity, visibility, and commercial success via strategic engagement activities and business-focused solutions. I also work to develop industry-forward educational content to share with the local on-premise, local distributor partners, and at national trade or consumer-facing events.Additional responsibilities:-Customer engagement-Tracking of brand performance data and market analytics-Utilization of social platforms to support brand initiatives and drive visibility -Budget and expense management-Tracking and management of performance data using agency-appointed platforms-Point of Sale, agency assets, and storage management-Competitive activity reporting and customer insight curation-Media inquires and requests (Clarity Media Trained, 2023)

Austin, Texas, United States

Elevated, sustainable, modern cocktail garnishes for restaurants, bars, events, and home enthusiasts - DEHYdrated with care and purpose in Austin, Texas. #driedandtrue · www.dehygarnish.com

Austin, Texas

Austin, Texas Area

As Texas Sales Manager, I was responsible for the growth of the Infinite Monkey Theorem brand, in the five major Texas markets, in on-premise, retail, independent, and national accounts. I was the winery liaison for the local distributor team and a national brand ambassador for consumers and trade. I worked closely with our distributor to monitor and maintain inventory levels of multiple SKUs in all Texas markets. I attended quarterly distributor GSMs and conducted sales representative work-withs when necessary. The bulk of my time was spent building brand affinity and recognition via direct contact with key industry and trade players in the market.Additional responsibilities:-Development of accounts within territory via portfolio tastings, staff training, and industry/consumer events-Retail merchandising and consumer sampling-Management of monthly marketing & sampling budget-Prospecting & development of new accounts-Weekly sales reporting and growth forecasting to corporate leadership team-Analyze competitive products, promotions, pricing, and industry trends to stay ahead of changing conditions-Resolution of customer complaints or concerns

Austin, Texas

Enthusiastically representing the wine and spirit brands within the Diageo & Moet Hennessy portfolio in the Austin Warehouse, Rainey Street, and East 6th districts via direct contact with key decision makers, beverage directors, and partners at over 70 varied accounts. Responsibilities:-Solicit sales in assigned accounts to achieve monthly and quarterly sales objectives-Acting ambassador for all suppliers brands-Creation and implementation of strategies that continually provide growth and revenue for supplier, distributor, and individual accounts-Management of personal monthly marketing & sampling budget-Development of existing accounts within territory via portfolio tastings, staff trainings, and industry/consumer events-Prospecting & development of new accounts that open within assigned territory-Evaluate and grow new business opportunities-Introduce new products, new promotions and provide additional marketing service to accounts-Analyze information on competitive products, promotions, pricing, and industry trends to stay ahead of changing conditions-Resolution of customer complaints or concerns. -Meet/exceed supplier distribution goals within territory

Wimberley, Texas

After a decade of managing restaurants throughout Central Texas, I was given the opportunity to build a new restaurant concept from the ground up.Responsibilities:-Provided direction, resources and oversight in planning and executing company projects-Acted as public relations liaison for all ventures-Created and implemented strategies that continually provided growth and revenue-P&L accountability-Analyzed industry trends to stay ahead of changing conditions-Identified, prioritized and directed new projects based on expected ROI

Wimberley, Texas

I was directly responsible for the day-to-day operations of the restaurant. I recruited, hired, trained, coached, and evaluated employees according to established policies and procedures. I developed and implemented detailed training materials to help employees meet sales goals. I also recruited and trained a core management staff to match the business growth needs.Additional responsibilities:-Mediated internal disputes and external customer complaints-Recruited, hired and trained employees according to established policies and procedures-Developed detailed training materials to help employees meet sales goals-Developed marketing strategies that expanded new customer base-Built and trained a solid management staff to match business growth needs-Lead weekly management team meetings-Managed strong online and social media presence

Austin, Texas

The Ginger Man Pub was one of the original downtown Austin beer destinations during the two decades of explosive growth of the craft beer category. The management and staff were not only passionate about the proper service of craft beer, they were also enthusiastic to share the history and characteristics of each individual beer style and brand. I gained an invaluable wealth of craft beer knowledge in my tenure with the company, including a fascination with the world of fermentation. My curiosity around the formation of flavors via manipulation of raw materials and processes ultimately led me to home brewing which then catapulted me into the whiskey and distilled spirits world, which is now the backbone of my career. I owe so much to the friends and colleagues from my time at The Ginger Man for curating an environment that nurtured curiosities and encouraged exploration.

Texas

-Palmer’s Restaurant, Bar, and Courtyard, San Marcos, Texas | 2008 – 2009-The Dry Bean Saloon, College Station, Texas | 2004 – 2008-The Cork: Fine Wine, Beer & Spirits Retail & Distribution | 2004 – 2008-Sweet Mesquite South Texas Grill, Sugar Land, Texas | 1998 – 2004

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Communication

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

High School Diploma, Basic High School Diploma