Colin Howard
Business Development Manager at Skeff Distributing- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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ABU Beer Selling Basics
Anheuser-Busch InBevMar, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
CPR and AED Certified
American Heart Association | American Stroke AssociationMar, 2016- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Skeff Distributing
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United States
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Wholesale
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Development Manager
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Dec 2019 - Present
• Implemented the launch of VIP On-Line Ordering Portal with Brand Builder to the entire On-Premise Category to stay competitive with the growing market while ensuring consistent customer service • Organized the materials for implementing the on-line ordering process and launched the Retailer Portal with a select group of Tell-Sell accounts to gain system approval• Manage and successfully meet the needs of 150+ on-premise accounts who order on-line with respect to their sales, distribution, sales days and delivery days• Maintain understanding of competitive activities, changing retailer and market demands, and how these will impact on-line ordering sales within Skeff Distributing Company• Call on new On-Premise Accounts to register them for the VIP On-Line Ordering Portal • Maintain accurate record of on-line orders and forms as required• Trained the Sales Team on the VIP On-Line Ordering Portal • Communicate with Sales Team when new updates are implemented within VIP On-Line Ordering Portal• Collaborated and trained with ABI teams to effectively launch the new on-line ordering software “BEES” Show less
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Relief Sales and Special Events Manager
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Jan 2017 - Dec 2019
• Actively promote brand loyalty, complete account surveys and strive to increase sales of Anheuser-Busch portfolio brands• Execute relief sales calls, properly identifying how to meet customers needs in the most efficient manner• Present information about new products and marketing techniques to off-premise customers • Supervise the product placement, marketing and set-up of special events in the Springfield & Decatur area
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Brand Activation and Relief Sales Manager
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Mar 2015 - Jan 2017
• Completed various sales objectives while working with Anheuser Busch sales teams in the Decatur and Springfield markets• Managed corporate promotions and developed new channels for individuals to become interested in AB products• Maintained professional relationships with a portfolio of more than 50 on-premise accounts• Organized scheduling, set up, execution and tracking of promotions at on-premise accounts• Presented ideas and information on AB products to retailers and consumers Show less
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Warehouse Operations Assistant
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Sep 2014 - Feb 2015
•Communicated with customers daily to identify how to successfully meet their needs •Categorized different warehouse stock and supply to determine the most efficient product placement •Operated VIP Route Accounting Software on billing transactions, different routes and variances •Created and merchandised products to create consumer appeal at off-premise accounts •Communicated with customers daily to identify how to successfully meet their needs •Categorized different warehouse stock and supply to determine the most efficient product placement •Operated VIP Route Accounting Software on billing transactions, different routes and variances •Created and merchandised products to create consumer appeal at off-premise accounts
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Ripken Baseball
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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100 - 200 Employee
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Spring Training Operations Intern
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Feb 2014 - May 2014
•Served as a tournament official, announced games, assisted umpires as a rules advisor and provided customer service to facility guests. •Performed basic grounds crew tasks and facility maintenance. •Assisted supervisors in various office tasks, such as sponsorship documentation and scheduling. •Coordinated teams throughout tournament days. •Served as a tournament official, announced games, assisted umpires as a rules advisor and provided customer service to facility guests. •Performed basic grounds crew tasks and facility maintenance. •Assisted supervisors in various office tasks, such as sponsorship documentation and scheduling. •Coordinated teams throughout tournament days.
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Before and After School Site Supervisor
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Sep 2012 - Jan 2014
•Tutored students and implemented activities for 30-40 program participants.•Supervised 3-4 staff members.•Trained newly hired employees in program procedures, activities and rules.•Communicated with participant parents daily about program procedures and policies.
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Camp Counselor
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Jun 2013 - Aug 2013
•Supervised large groups of 60-80 campers.•Planned field trips for select camp days.•Implemented games and activities.
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Illinois State Fairgrounds
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United States
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Restaurants
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Storeroom Manager
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Jun 2007 - Aug 2012
•Supervised the daily procedures in the Fairgrounds Storeroom. •Managed multiple employees as crew leader on grounds crew. •Completed multiple tasks in the paint and sign shop during 5 separate employment periods. •Supervised the daily procedures in the Fairgrounds Storeroom. •Managed multiple employees as crew leader on grounds crew. •Completed multiple tasks in the paint and sign shop during 5 separate employment periods.
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Student Caller
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Feb 2012 - May 2012
Gathered donations for University advancement. Performed cold calls to friends of Illinois State University to secure donations for the Annual Fund. Updated donor's Alumni accounts for University records. Provided Alumni information on campus news and current events. Gathered donations for University advancement. Performed cold calls to friends of Illinois State University to secure donations for the Annual Fund. Updated donor's Alumni accounts for University records. Provided Alumni information on campus news and current events.
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Education
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2011 - 2014
Illinois State University
Bachelor's Degree, Recreation Management -
2008 - 2010
Lincoln Land Community College
Associate's of Arts (AA), Communication, General
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