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Cris Marish

Winona,MN

Summary

Cris Marish

cmarish@breakthrubev.com
Winona, MN


OBJECTIVE
Dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager with a proven track record over the last 19 years of surpassing revenue targets, fostering strong relationships, building and coaching a high performance team.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Leadership: Expert in guiding and motivating teams to achieve exceptional results.
Relationship Building: Proven ability to cultivate strong partnerships with suppliers and key accounts.
Team Development: Skilled in coaching, collaboration, and driving accountability for company KPIs.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Sales Manager

Breakthru Beverage
10.2011 - Current
  • Led high-performing team to exceed $7 million in annual sales revenue, a remarkable increase from $1.8 million
  • Consistently surpassed revenue goals for 12 consecutive years, achieving double-digit growth in 11 of those years
  • Strategically planned and executed initiatives to drive territory growth and meet KPIs
  • Established and nurtured relationships with key stakeholders, including Sales Directors, Business Managers, and Suppliers
  • Managed key account activities and fostered partnerships with local chains to maximize market share.

Sales Consultant

Breakthru Beverage
05.2005 - 08.2011
  • Expanded sales from $175,000 to $1.1 million annually by exceeding revenue and case goals
  • Achieved 48 consecutive months of surpassing monthly sales targets
  • Drove over 100% growth of account base within assigned territory
  • Delivered exceptional results in meeting key supplier and company KPIs
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with retail and on-premise partners
  • Orchestrated successful marketing activations and supplier market visits to enhance brand visibility.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree -

Winona State University
08.2004

Certification

WSET2 | CSS | CSW | CICERONE | DE JONES

Awards

  • Sales Consultant of the Year, Breakthru Beverage (2006-2007)
  • Finalist for District Manager of the Year, Breakthru Beverage (2021-2022)

Timeline

Field Sales Manager

Breakthru Beverage
10.2011 - Current

Sales Consultant

Breakthru Beverage
05.2005 - 08.2011

Bachelor’s Degree -

Winona State University
Cris Marish