DENNY MARIN
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
As an avid enthusiast and collector of fine wine for over 20 years, I am seeking a position with an organization that offers potential growth within the field of wine and spirits. With a background in sales and marketing, I am positioned to add considerable value to an organization seeking someone with fresh eyes in the industry that is passionate about wine and willing to learn from others in order to succeed. Having started several companies from the ground up, I know firsthand the importance of hard work, learning and developing new products, and implementing strategies to successfully market and sell those products. Pivoting into a role where I can utilize my experience, fueled by my passion in fine wine, I look to thrive, grow and contribute to the overall success of an organization.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
Digital Edge Media Group
01.2008 - Current
- Built Start-Up Digital Marketing company from the ground up
- Grew annual revenue to over $1 million within first year of operation with 3 employees
- Developed custom digital marketing programs tailored to meet individual client needs
- Cultivated relationships with top media brokers and ad agencies, leading to over 15 years of sustained business
- Created all sales and marketing material
- Negotiated list and data acquisitions with publisher partners
- Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
VP, Business Development / COO
Come & Stay, Inc
09.2006 - 01.2008
- Oversaw US Headquarters' operations of International marketing firm
- Guided the company through various acquisitions
- Developed sales material and training programs
- Led sales and product training meetings
- Worked with sales manager and team to increase sales by 30%, bringing annual revenue to over $12 million
- Assisted in high-level sales presentations to acquire and retain national ad agencies and Fortune 500 accounts
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FLSkills
- Buying / Selling Luxury Fine Wine
- Fine Wine Knowledge / Tasting Experience
- Traveled to the Major Wine Regions of Argentina, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the USA
- Visited and Tasted at over 300 Wineries
- Informal Wine Consulting
- Executive Leadership
- Sales and Marketing
- Relationship Building
- Negotiating Skills
- Self Motivated
Certification
WSET Level 2 Certificate - Passed with Distinction
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
President
Digital Edge Media Group
01.2008 - Current
VP, Business Development / COO
Come & Stay, Inc
09.2006 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Miami
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