Description
Specializing in commercial management, with additional experience in marketing, to the luxury wine and spirits segment. Experienced in forecasting, budgeting, performance management and business planning platforms. A dedicated individual with a strong work ethic, exceptional communication and people skills backed by motivation and an ability to build solid teams that deliver end results. Accomplished Director offering 30+ years of experience in combining cross-functional competencies in staff management, operations planning, customer retention and financial management. Expert in boosting revenue, quality and performance. Successful in creating and executing standard operating policies and procedures to positively impact organizational goals. Dependable leader with skills to develop, coach and motivate staff while interfacing with executives on all levels.

Work Experience
COMPANY | POSITION HELD | DATES WORKED |
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Vintage Wine Estates | Director | 7/2015 - 8/2020 |
B R Cohn Winery | Svp, National Sales Manager | 11/2013 - 7/2015 |
Arel Group | Southeast Regional Sales Manager | 1/2013 - 12/2013 |
Rutherford Wine Company | Southeast Regional Sales Manager | 1/2009 - 12/2012 |
Empire Distributors Inc | Key Account Manager Fine Wine Consultant | 5/2007 - 1/2009 |
Coastal Wine & Spirits | Area Manager | 3/2006 - 3/2007 |
Augustan Wine Imports | Sales Manager South Florida Area Manager | 3/2004 - 3/2006 |
Premier Beverage Company | Hotel & Catering Manager | 5/1995 - 3/2004 |
Hartley & Parker Ltd | Sales Representative | 5/1988 - 5/1995 |

Education
SCHOOL | MAJOR | YEAR | DEGREE |
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Western Connecticut State University | Business Administration, Psychology | 1986 | Bachelor Degree |

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