Chad Butler
Flower Mound,TX
Summary
Performance-oriented Sales Leader offering exceptional record of achievement over a 27 year career in the wine industry. Persistent manager with strategic and analytical approach to solving problems, bringing in customers and accomplishing profit targets. Talented in identifying and capitalizing on emerging market trends and revenue opportunities.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Soupçon Wine Lounge
12.2020 - 09.2024
- Operate all facets of a small private wine lounge in a upscale suburban DFW neighborhood.
National Sales Manager
Lede Family Vineyards
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Focused on strategy and best practices, while maintaining a regional territory.
- Wholesale management, business metrics & analytics, direct account calls and extensive follow-up.
Vice President of Sales
Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits, Texas
07.2010 - 04.2019
- Oversaw sales execution of the SGWS Fine Wine Team and worked with the executive team and family directly.
- Grew business revenue from $85 million to $137 million through acquiring new brands, developing new creative selling ideas, and executing new specialization strategies.
General Manager
Prestige Wine Cellars, Inc
01.1997 - 07.2010
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to increase efficiency.
- Instrumental in negotiating the sale and transitioning the business to Glazers
Soldier
US Army
01.1991 - 01.1995
- Graduated from basic training with honors and was one of four selected out of 500 to receive a fast-track promotion
- Was individually selected to serve as aide to Chief of Staff, 1st Calvary Division, Fort Hood, Texas
- Received numerous awards and was honorably discharged.
Skills
- Business Development
- Sales Expertise
- Sales Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Budget Management
- Client Relations
- Team Development
- Event Planning
- Innovation and Creativity
Timeline
President
Soupçon Wine Lounge
12.2020 - 09.2024
National Sales Manager
Lede Family Vineyards
04.2019 - 05.2020
Vice President of Sales
Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits, Texas
07.2010 - 04.2019
General Manager
Prestige Wine Cellars, Inc
01.1997 - 07.2010
Soldier
US Army
01.1991 - 01.1995
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