Experience

Pepper
• Internet Marketplace Platforms
• 1 - 100 Employee
• VP of Partnerships

  • Oct 2021 - Present


Ducktrap River of Maine

• Food Production
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Western Regional Sales Manager

  • Sep 2019 - Nov 2021

  Manage an 11 million dollar portfolio of 60% retailers and 40% foodservice distributors in the west to grow the Ducktrap brand. Oversee a set of brokers and work closely with retail buyers to successfully utilize trade spend to promote sales of both foodservice and CPG Ducktrap items. Utilize IRI and Qlik Sense sales data to set forecasts and territory goals monthly.



Blue Ocean Mariculture

• United States
• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Western Region Sales Manager

  • Feb 2017 - Sep 2019

  Kailua Kona, Hawaii Collaborates with seafood distributors and retailers in both the Western United states and Canada to grow Hawaiian Kanpachi Sales. Conducts sales presentations for distributors, sales teams, and key target accounts including retail and national restaurant chains.  Opened 10 new distributors in the first 11 months of employment  Successfully introduced Hawaiian Kanpachi into the Pavilions grocery store chain  Launched Hawaiian Kanpachi into Canada  Executed national sales… Show more Collaborates with seafood distributors and retailers in both the Western United states and Canada to grow Hawaiian Kanpachi Sales. Conducts sales presentations for distributors, sales teams, and key target accounts including retail and national restaurant chains.  Opened 10 new distributors in the first 11 months of employment  Successfully introduced Hawaiian Kanpachi into the Pavilions grocery store chain  Launched Hawaiian Kanpachi into Canada  Executed national sales competitions Show less



Seattle Fish Company

• United States
• Food Production
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Executive, Account Management Leader, & Mentor

  • Dec 2014 - Feb 2017

  Greater Denver Area Successfully fosters up to 60 active relationships and opens new accounts in both the retail and restaurant sectors for a Denver based seafood and gourmet foods wholesaler. Distributes sales pricers, whole boat specials, and other biweekly promotional materials to clients. Completed company-wide writing course enhancing written communications with clientele. Consistently offer innovative solutions and skilled in product matching. - Opened more accounts than any other sales executive in… Show more Successfully fosters up to 60 active relationships and opens new accounts in both the retail and restaurant sectors for a Denver based seafood and gourmet foods wholesaler. Distributes sales pricers, whole boat specials, and other biweekly promotional materials to clients. Completed company-wide writing course enhancing written communications with clientele. Consistently offer innovative solutions and skilled in product matching. - Opened more accounts than any other sales executive in 2015 and to-date in 2016 - Recognized for consistently exceeding projections by 40-50% each month; achieve sales of over $200K - Organize and lead out-of-state customer trips - Coach employees on skill building as a part of the company Mentorship Program - Active Green Team Member, committed to lessening the companies environmental impact Show less



Skuna Bay, Vancouver Island Craft Raised Salmon

• Pacific Northwest Brand & Product Launch Representative

  • Oct 2013 - Dec 2014

  Denver,CO Promoted brand and company mission in territory of Colorado, Kansas, Oregon, Washington, and Canada; successfully grew the fine dining sector. Diligently established and fostered relationships with key influencers and stakeholders. Utilize a keen ability to recognize and seize opportunity. Responsible for accurate reporting and business management. Enjoyed 40% travel requirement. - Significantly exceeded sales goals within first two months of employment - Completed a successful… Show more Promoted brand and company mission in territory of Colorado, Kansas, Oregon, Washington, and Canada; successfully grew the fine dining sector. Diligently established and fostered relationships with key influencers and stakeholders. Utilize a keen ability to recognize and seize opportunity. Responsible for accurate reporting and business management. Enjoyed 40% travel requirement. - Significantly exceeded sales goals within first two months of employment - Completed a successful product launch campaign in Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming - Executed National Kentucky Derby Chefs Challenge - Skillfully utilized social media, trainings, programs, presentations, and accounts gained to exceed goals Skuna Bay's mission: to provide the greatest chefs in North America with the highest standards for fresh salmon and to expect the best every time their salmon arrives in their kitchen. The strategy is to lead in breaking new ground in quality, sustainability, packaging, transparency, brand activity and key partnerships. Show less



Boulder Valley School District

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Regional Kitchen Manager, Production Chef, & Staff Mentor

  • Jul 2011 - Oct 2013

  http://www.bvsd.org/schoolfoodproject/Pages/default.aspx Oversaw full spectrum of daily operations and made-from-scratch meals for 2,500 students in 19 Boulder Valley Schools. Ensured high-level compliance to all USDA food safety and nutrition guidelines. Planned and coordinated all applicable activities of six production employees. Collaborated in the menu planning and testing of recipes for each school calendar cycle. Led nutritional cooking demonstrations and classes for children and parents throughout the year. Participated in Chefs to Schools… Show more Oversaw full spectrum of daily operations and made-from-scratch meals for 2,500 students in 19 Boulder Valley Schools. Ensured high-level compliance to all USDA food safety and nutrition guidelines. Planned and coordinated all applicable activities of six production employees. Collaborated in the menu planning and testing of recipes for each school calendar cycle. Led nutritional cooking demonstrations and classes for children and parents throughout the year. Participated in Chefs to Schools Program. Ensured high-level compliance of safety and nutrition guidelines. - Creative backbone of menu development team, leading 6 production cooks and 17 kitchen leads - Successfully maintained budget through accurate ordering and inventory management practices Show less



MAD Greens - Eat Better

• United States
• Restaurants

• General Manager, Supervisor, Store Opening Specialist

  • Dec 2010 - Jul 2011

  Built community involvement and drove sales through skilled coordination of marketing events. Effectively managed the full profit & loss, daily operational and human resources for restaurant. Oversaw employment cycle from recruitment to termination of 12 employees. Established restaurant business plan by surveying restaurant demand; conferring with people in the community; identifying and evaluating competitors; preparing financial, marketing, and sales projections, analyses, and estimates. Met… Show more Built community involvement and drove sales through skilled coordination of marketing events. Effectively managed the full profit & loss, daily operational and human resources for restaurant. Oversaw employment cycle from recruitment to termination of 12 employees. Established restaurant business plan by surveying restaurant demand; conferring with people in the community; identifying and evaluating competitors; preparing financial, marketing, and sales projections, analyses, and estimates. Met restaurant financial objectives by developing financials; establishing banking relationships; preparing strategic and annual forecasts and budgets; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions; establishing and monitoring financial controls; developing and implementing strategies to increase average meal checks. - Opened highest performing location to date - Maximized catering sales resulting in growth from 2% to 6% of total restaurant sales - Successfully negotiated prices and contracts; developed preferred supplier lists Show less