Driven sales leader with 35 years in the meat industry. Passionate about building and growing premium protein programs on a national scale through various sales channels and customer relationships.
Direct report to Senior Vice President of Sales
Drive topline revenue and margin growth through new and existing programs. Develop short- and long-term plans for branded and private label protein programs, including natural, organic, and grass-fed beef, pork, and poultry. Built and managed relationships with major retail and distribution accounts across past 12 years. Accounts including Albertsons/Safeway, Market of Choice, Raleys, Rosauers, Super1 Foods, Sherms, Three Bears, Uwajimaya, Yokes, Deans Distributing, Plymouth, and Western Box. Top regional sales producer within the company from 2018-present. Other positions: Key Account Manager 2015-2016.
Managed several different markets throughout the Seattle-Tacoma region. Versed in all functions of retail meat and seafood daily operation. Part of two person team managing all grand openings and remodels in the state of Washington. In charge of fast tracking apprentices and assistants for management positions. Employee of the year in 2001 and 2010. Other positions: Assistant Meat Department Manager 1995-1996.