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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Bartender
David Boone

David Boone

Missoula,MT

Summary

My goal is to utilize my customer service, public relations and educational experience, while expanding my knowledge base, in my next opportunity. While perusing your company mission and vision I realized they closely align with my values. What motivates me is working for organizations, like yours, that serve a higher purpose. I would love to bring my skills and experience to support your cause.

My communication skills and desire to learn motivates me to take on challenging work. I'm also skilled at assessing customer needs, customer acquisition and customer consultation. I am confident that I have the drive, knowledge and experience you need.

A diverse experience has allowed me to enhance my talents and capture valuable skills in management, leadership, teamwork, determination, and prioritization, as I managed multiple schedules, trained others, enforced time management and provided customer care. My main goal is to further my knowledge in using my positive attributes to advance my career and help the company.

I would greatly appreciate your review of my resume and outlined credentials. I believe that I can be a valuable addition to your business goals. At your convenience, I am available for an interview or further discussion. I look forward to your response.Should you determine I am a fit for another opportunity in your organization I am open to suggestions.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

High End Brand Manager / Team Lead

Zip Beverage Distribution
Missoula, MT
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Head of Sales

Highlander Beer
Missoula, MT
09.2017 - 10.2022
  • Run sales department and have increased sales by 35%-45% year after year while being here -Oversee all accounts on and off-premise to ensure the quality and purity of our beer
  • Working out in the market with sales staff in obtaining and maintaining new and existing accounts
  • Working with MT Distributors hand in hand to forecast beer needs
  • Working side by side with regional corporate buyers to approve SKU’s for schematic placements in Montana chain accounts.

Head of Sales and Events

Prost Brewing Co
Denver, CO
08.2012 - 08.2017
  • Helped open the company in our sales and distribution path
  • Turned 1st years production of ~5,000Bbl’s up to ~9,000Bbl’s in the 2nd year lifespan -Oversaw all accounts on and off-premise to ensure the quality and purity of our bier
  • Working out in the market with sales staff in obtaining and maintaining new and existing accounts
  • Worked as production / packaging assistant in helping set our production needs in the market, as well as with our packaging / delivery guys in our self distribution area to make sure the needs were met and the delivery routes were ran as efficient as possible
  • Working with CO Distributor hand in hand to forecast bier needs
  • Working side by side with regional corporate buyers to approve SKU’s for schematic placements in Colorado chain restaurants
  • Worked alongside and beyond to care for the accounts in need of assistance in promotional and business marketing materials
  • Helped with marketing for the brewery
  • Focusing efforts on Social Media, Print and the video promotion stage
  • In charge of all events / festivals for the brewery.

Sales Manager / Brewing Padawan / Breweducator

Bristol Brewing Co
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2009 - 08.2012
  • Established a great working relationship with our 3 distributors in the state of Colorado;
  • R Goodman Distribution, Ska Brewing Co
  • Distribution, and Southwestern Beverage
  • Istribution
  • Oversaw all accounts on and off-premise to ensure the quality and purity of our products, as well as being out in the market helping our distributor’s sales reps., and managers in obtaining and maintaining new and existing accounts
  • Increased our distribution sales by approximately 50% every year for the 3+ years employed
  • Working side by side with corporate buyers to approve placements in restaurants in local and regional chains
  • Worked alongside and beyond to care for the accounts in need of assistance in promotional and business marketing materials
  • In charge of all specialty promotions, events and festivals.

Regional Sales Manager

Mendocino Brewing Co, California
Ukiah, CA
02.2007 - 01.2009
  • Oversaw 7 sales representatives in 7 different distributor territories in Central California
  • Helped build a team to increase sales from previous years, from 2007-2009 within my territories
  • The average increase in sales was somewhere in the 25%+ range
  • Working side by side with corporate buyers to approve SKU’s for Schematic placements in stores and restaurants in local, regional and nationwide chains
  • Opened up new SKU placements with distributors, in order to help grow company portfolio
  • Worked alongside the marketing team to finalize POS, Logo work and the such to help in the progression of the company.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Exceeded targets by building, directing and motivating high-performing sales team.

Arizona Sales Manager / Colorado Brew Representative / Brewing Padawan

Steamworks Brewing Co/Peak Brewing LLC
Durango, CO
06.2004 - 01.2007
  • Increased sales 254% while in the position of CO Sales / Brew Rep
  • Interviewed and established AZ Distribution for Steamworks Brewing Co
  • Worked with the chosen distributor that I coordinated the partnership with for the company's time in Arizona (Crescent Crown/
  • Ittle Guy Distribution) -Opened up Arizona Market for the company, establishing and maintaining accounts (both locally, regional, and national corporate accounts within the state of Arizona
  • Implemented bringing new products for distribution that would help increase SKU's and exposure for the company.

High School Science Teacher & Coach, Teacher

Ignacio High School, Ignacio School District
Ignacio, CO
08.2000 - 06.2004
  • 9th Grade Foundations of Science Teacher-Combination (Physics, Chemistry & Earth
  • Cience.) -10th, 12th Grade Geology / Environmental Studies

Education

Masters in Education - Environmental Politics/Education

Colorado State University
2003

Bachelors of Arts - Environmental Studies, Geology

Fort Lewis College
1998

Associates of Arts - Commercial Art

Art Institute of Colorado (University of Denver)
1992

Skills

  • Business development and planning
  • Sales processes
  • National accounts management
  • Order management
  • Strategic account development
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Sales expertise

Certification

  • 2010: Brewers Association Draft Beer Quality Certification
  • 2009: Cicerone Beer Server Certification #717
  • 2009: Tips Trained and Certified

Timeline

High End Brand Manager / Team Lead

Zip Beverage Distribution
10.2022 - 11.2023

Head of Sales

Highlander Beer
09.2017 - 10.2022

Head of Sales and Events

Prost Brewing Co
08.2012 - 08.2017

Sales Manager / Brewing Padawan / Breweducator

Bristol Brewing Co
02.2009 - 08.2012

Regional Sales Manager

Mendocino Brewing Co, California
02.2007 - 01.2009

Arizona Sales Manager / Colorado Brew Representative / Brewing Padawan

Steamworks Brewing Co/Peak Brewing LLC
06.2004 - 01.2007

High School Science Teacher & Coach, Teacher

Ignacio High School, Ignacio School District
08.2000 - 06.2004

Masters in Education - Environmental Politics/Education

Colorado State University

Bachelors of Arts - Environmental Studies, Geology

Fort Lewis College

Associates of Arts - Commercial Art

Art Institute of Colorado (University of Denver)
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