Experience

DEERY BROTHERS OF AMES, INC.

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Specialist

  • Sep 2023 - Present



Deschutes Brewery

• United States
• Food and Beverage Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Brand Manager

  • Jun 2013 - Present

  Managing sales, distribution and marketing of Deschutes in Iowa and Nebraska

• Market Manager

  • Jan 2015 - May 2023

  Selling Damn Tasty Beer in Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas and KCMO.



Johnson Brothers

• United States
• Beverage Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Chain Account Manager

  • Dec 2012 - Present



Goose Island Beer Company

• United States
• Food and Beverage Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR

  • Jan 2009 - Jan 2012

  Implemented sales and marketing programs to successfully increase sales and distribution in 95 wholesalers across a 7 state region Analyzed sales and distribution data from multiple sources to uncover opportunities to sell with targeted approach Managed +$250,000 annual sales and marketing budget strategically keeping under budget 5 years in a row Supervised 3 direct-report brewery reps emphasizing continuous education in beer knowledge, selling expertise, and wholesale management skills in major Midwest markets Engaged consumers, retailers and wholesalers at over 120 beer dinners, more than 250 brew fests, special events and samplings Educated wholesalers, retailers and consumers on brewing, beer styles, enhanced tasting knowledge and profitability where applicable Maintained regular call frequency on key on and off-premise retailers Received full bonus potential through outstanding results in sales, profits and volume 5 years in a row Show less



Doll Distributing

• United States
• Wholesale
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HIGH-END BRAND MANAGER

  • Jan 2000 - Jan 2007

  Coordinated priority elements of 9 individual suppliers’ business plans within multiple company divisions to produce expected results. Created a measurable goal and incentive system for sales staff along with setting pay-for-performance standards Pioneered monthly brand focus to achieve planed results for distribution and sales goals; (D.B.A. Cy’s Roost, Lost & Found Lounge) Coordinated priority elements of 9 individual suppliers’ business plans within multiple company divisions to produce expected results. Created a measurable goal and incentive system for sales staff along with setting pay-for-performance standards Pioneered monthly brand focus to achieve planed results for distribution and sales goals; (D.B.A. Cy’s Roost, Lost & Found Lounge)



Cy's Roost

• GENERAL MANAGER

  • Jan 1995 - Jan 2000

  Supervised all daily business operations of 2 bars and 1 restaurant with annual gross profit of $500,000 Supervised all daily business operations of 2 bars and 1 restaurant with annual gross profit of $500,000