Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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ABOUT
LEADERSHIP
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Glenn Cravy

Blake’s Beverage Co.
Peoria,USA
23
years of professional experience

Category focused sales and account leader with deep beverage distribution experience in forecasting, promotional execution, and retailer partnership management. Known for collaborating effectively across sales, operations, and distributor teams to drive execution, support growth, and deliver measurable results in highly competitive markets.

Work History

Region Sales Director West Division

1 Year 9 Months
Blake’s Beverage Co. | 11.2024 - Current

Lead sales strategy for the Southwest Region managing a 50K+ case equivalent territory.

Build and maintain distributor partnerships to optimize distribution and on/off premise placement.

Build and maintain distributor partnerships to optimize distribution and on/off premise placement.

Coach and mentor field teams to improve execution, forecasting, and territory performance.

Regional Sales Manager- West Arizona/New Mexico

1 Year 2 Months
Blake’s Bev Co. | 09.2023 - 11.2024
  • Developed and executed strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth across multiple distribution channels.
  • Led cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction through tailored beverage solutions.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitive landscape to identify new business opportunities and optimize product positioning.
  • Mentored and trained sales staff on best practices, resulting in improved team performance and morale.

Key Accounts/Corporate Sales Manager

10 Years 3 Months
Hensley Beverage | 06.2013 - 09.2023

Managed a call network generating $6MM+ in annual revenue across local, regional, and national restaurant and bar groups, creating strategic account plans to retain and grow key relationships.

Negotiated contracts and secured listings with multi-unit operations and national chains, expanding distribution and promotional support which led to 55% market share within my assigned territory.

Led cross functional initiatives with marketing, operations, and finance to execute market plans and maximize ROI from activation and promotions.

Sales

2 Years 1 Month
AB San Diego | 05.2011 - 06.2013

Southern CA Sales Manager

7 Years
Alaskan Brewing | 01.2004 - 01.2011

Owned the Southern CA territory and managed day to day sales operations, aligning regional activity with company strategy.

Partnered with key sales personnel to execute go to market plans and improve distributor performance.

  • Led sales strategy development, aligning goals with company vision and market trends.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify growth opportunities and optimize product distribution channels.
  • Built and maintained relationships with key accounts, enhancing customer loyalty and retention.
  • Was a member of the Coastal Code Commission.

Education

BA - Management and Organizational Communications

Point Loma Nazarene University | San Diego, CA
Four-year letter in soccer

Skills

Sales Strategy Development
Distributor partnerships
Key Account Development
Retail chain sales
Demand forecasting
Sales Analytics
Business Development
Budget Management
Team Leadership

ABOUT

Driven and goal oriented Corporate Sales professional with a demonstrated history of driving revenue growth and exceeding targets. Highly motivated to lead and grow professionally within a competitive environment.

LEADERSHIP

  • High Level Account Management
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Delegation
  • Change Management

Timeline

Region Sales Director West Division

Blake’s Beverage Co.
11.2024 - CurrentRead More

Regional Sales Manager- West Arizona/New Mexico

Blake’s Bev Co.
09.2023 - 11.2024Read More

Key Accounts/Corporate Sales Manager

Hensley Beverage
06.2013 - 09.2023Read More

Sales

AB San Diego
05.2011 - 06.2013Read More

Southern CA Sales Manager

Alaskan Brewing
01.2004 - 01.2011Read More

Point Loma Nazarene University

BA from Management and Organizational Communications
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Glenn Cravy