Ron Bolena
National Account Manager at C.A. Fortune- Claim this Profile
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Charleen Jones, MBA
Ron was a wealth of knowledge at Retail Integrity for the Operations managers. He proactively took extra time to go over his accounts in detail upon assignment. Also, he listened to our feedback with any issues or suggestions that could make the project at hand more successful and highly executed for our clients. Ron's accounts were executed higher and more efficient than other account managers because of his team work and dedication. Any organization would be privileged to have him in a National Account Manager role.
Jeff Cleland
I have had the privilege to work with Ron at American Greetings for more than 15 years. We both started as Sales Reps. together and since then I watched him progress through the ranks to a Sales Trainer / Recruiter to a District Sales Manager in two different districts, then to a National Account Manager and finally to a Director at various levels handling some of our biggest chain accounts. During that time, I was always impressed with Ron’s ability to handle additional responsibilities while driving sales for both the customer and for American Greetings. I would very strongly recommend Ron for any high level Account Management sales position.
Charleen Jones, MBA
Ron was a wealth of knowledge at Retail Integrity for the Operations managers. He proactively took extra time to go over his accounts in detail upon assignment. Also, he listened to our feedback with any issues or suggestions that could make the project at hand more successful and highly executed for our clients. Ron's accounts were executed higher and more efficient than other account managers because of his team work and dedication. Any organization would be privileged to have him in a National Account Manager role.
Jeff Cleland
I have had the privilege to work with Ron at American Greetings for more than 15 years. We both started as Sales Reps. together and since then I watched him progress through the ranks to a Sales Trainer / Recruiter to a District Sales Manager in two different districts, then to a National Account Manager and finally to a Director at various levels handling some of our biggest chain accounts. During that time, I was always impressed with Ron’s ability to handle additional responsibilities while driving sales for both the customer and for American Greetings. I would very strongly recommend Ron for any high level Account Management sales position.
Charleen Jones, MBA
Ron was a wealth of knowledge at Retail Integrity for the Operations managers. He proactively took extra time to go over his accounts in detail upon assignment. Also, he listened to our feedback with any issues or suggestions that could make the project at hand more successful and highly executed for our clients. Ron's accounts were executed higher and more efficient than other account managers because of his team work and dedication. Any organization would be privileged to have him in a National Account Manager role.
Jeff Cleland
I have had the privilege to work with Ron at American Greetings for more than 15 years. We both started as Sales Reps. together and since then I watched him progress through the ranks to a Sales Trainer / Recruiter to a District Sales Manager in two different districts, then to a National Account Manager and finally to a Director at various levels handling some of our biggest chain accounts. During that time, I was always impressed with Ron’s ability to handle additional responsibilities while driving sales for both the customer and for American Greetings. I would very strongly recommend Ron for any high level Account Management sales position.
Charleen Jones, MBA
Ron was a wealth of knowledge at Retail Integrity for the Operations managers. He proactively took extra time to go over his accounts in detail upon assignment. Also, he listened to our feedback with any issues or suggestions that could make the project at hand more successful and highly executed for our clients. Ron's accounts were executed higher and more efficient than other account managers because of his team work and dedication. Any organization would be privileged to have him in a National Account Manager role.
Jeff Cleland
I have had the privilege to work with Ron at American Greetings for more than 15 years. We both started as Sales Reps. together and since then I watched him progress through the ranks to a Sales Trainer / Recruiter to a District Sales Manager in two different districts, then to a National Account Manager and finally to a Director at various levels handling some of our biggest chain accounts. During that time, I was always impressed with Ron’s ability to handle additional responsibilities while driving sales for both the customer and for American Greetings. I would very strongly recommend Ron for any high level Account Management sales position.
Experience
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C.A. Fortune
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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National Account Manager
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2021 - Present
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Ferrero
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Luxembourg
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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National Account Manager - Sam's Club
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2016 - 2020
Ferrero Team Lead responsible for the $60MM product portfolio and entire Sam's Club business relationship. Branded items include Tic Tac mints and gum, Rocher premium chocolate, and Nutella hazelnut spread. Ferrero Team Lead responsible for the $60MM product portfolio and entire Sam's Club business relationship. Branded items include Tic Tac mints and gum, Rocher premium chocolate, and Nutella hazelnut spread.
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Barcel USA
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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300 - 400 Employee
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National Key Account Manager, Walmart
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2014 - 2016
Barcel USA National Account Manager responsible for a $40MM product portfolio and Walmart business relationship. Product categories included corn snacks, popcorn, candy, nuts, and toppings and spreads. Branded items included Takis, Artisan Kettle Cooked, Ricolino, Vero, and Coronado. Barcel USA National Account Manager responsible for a $40MM product portfolio and Walmart business relationship. Product categories included corn snacks, popcorn, candy, nuts, and toppings and spreads. Branded items included Takis, Artisan Kettle Cooked, Ricolino, Vero, and Coronado.
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Retail Integrity Merchandising Solutions, Inc.
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Rogers, Arkansas
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VP Business Development & Client Services
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2012 - 2014
Member of the Retail Integrity business development team responsible for selling, marketing, and providing sales solutions to key CPG decision-makers selling products through multiple retail channels. Accountable for meeting all sales objectives and developing new business partnerships. Member of the Retail Integrity business development team responsible for selling, marketing, and providing sales solutions to key CPG decision-makers selling products through multiple retail channels. Accountable for meeting all sales objectives and developing new business partnerships.
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First Quality
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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National Account Executive - Walmart and Sam's Club
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2011 - 2012
Sales lead of household paper products and bottled water for Walmart and Sam’s Club, accountable for $410MM sales, execution, and market growth. Responsibility included Walmart’s international growth in Mexico, Brazil, Chile, and Argentina. • Expanded Walmart’s private label paper towel distribution into 16 Walmart distribution centers through the development of a profitable cost structure that included cost savings in distribution, manufacturing, and supply chain efficiencies. • Negotiated sales program to expand Sam’s Club private label bottle water into 60 additional clubs growing distribution by 120%. • Acquired $10 million private label agreement for the distribution of baby diapers and related products in 465 Walmart locations in Brazil. Show less
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American Greetings
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Sales and Operations - Walmart Team Bentonville
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2008 - 2011
Responsible for leading sales support team in operations, program execution, and communication for Walmart in 3 regions consisting of 28 District Managers, 300 Area Supervisors, and over 9,000 in-store Merchandisers servicing 3,800 Walmart locations and $400M in sales. Customer interaction included Walmart Category Buyer and Regional, District, and in-store management teams.
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Director of Sales and Marketing - SuperValu
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2007 - 2008
Reported to Divisional Vice President. Managed $92MM in annual revenue with six National Account Managers direct reports. The team's focus was on delivering profitable products, marketing, merchandising, and operational programs to the third-largest national grocery chain (2300 locations, including Albertsons, Jewel Osco, Shoppers, and Acme Foods). Developed and managed senior management customer relations between American Greetings and all SuperValu divisions.
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Regional Development Director
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2005 - 2007
Reported directly to Regional Vice President and was responsible for $500MM and 13K accounts. Direct reports included 12 District Sales Managers, 2 Field Managers, and 2 Sales Trainer/Recruiters. I Led District Sales teams in strategic planning, customer relations, and execution of all corporate initiatives in major retail customers (Walmart, Target, Kmart, CVS, Walgreens, Michaels, and Rite Aid) while controlling regional P&L budgets.
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District Sales Manager/Northern California and New York Metro
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1999 - 2005
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National Account Manager
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1997 - 1999
Sold to and managed both domestic and international military/government accounts (Navy, AAFES, and Marines). Reported directly to Senior National Account Executive in the development and presentation of new, innovative military-specific products and marketing strategies. • Created and presented custom product programs to increase sales and profitability of all military exchange accounts, both domestic and overseas. (Military specific card designs, ornaments, and collectibles)• Supervised 3 overseas Area Supervisors to achieve sales goals, establish service frequencies, coordinate store openings, and build and strengthen buyer and commanding officer relationships. Show less
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Overseas Area Supervisor
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1995 - 1997
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Sales Trainer & Recruiter
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1992 - 1997
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Area Supervisor
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1992 - 1995
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Education
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1986 - 1991
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General -
2011 - 2011
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