GWENDOLYN CLIFFORD (Gigi)
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Former Division I Team Captain and Field Sales Associate at PepsiCo with expertise in mini-territory ownership, delivery leadership, and in-trade execution.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Sales Associate
PepsiCo Beverages North America
Indianapolis, IN
08.2024 - Current
- Managed in-trade execution and performance across mini territory of large and small format customers.
- Analyzed KPIs to align territory performance with Division and National AOP priorities.
- Served as Delivery Team Lead, coaching drivers and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Sales Management Intern
PepsiCo Beverages North America
Orlando, FL
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed sales execution and relationship development for 33 Lowe's and Home Depot stores.
- Generated $140K incremental revenue through strategic cold drink placements, pallets, and cooler installations (+9% volume).
Creative Content Coordinator
Ingram Center for Student-Athlete Success (Vanderbilt University)
Nashville, TN
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Interviewed student-athletes and alumni; produced content to enhance engagement and support growth of Ingram Center's Instagram presence.
Digital Marketing Intern
Money Mouth Marketing
, Remote
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Created social media copy and brand graphics to enhance brand visibility; performed competitive and consumer research to inform marketing strategies.
Sales Representative
San Francisco Running Company
Mill Valley, CA
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Delivered personalized customer service, footwear fittings, and product education; led weekly community runs.
Nutrition Intern
Susannah Wallenstrom, MPH, RDN
San Anselmo, CA
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Developed nutrition education materials for student-athletes, focusing on female-specific fueling strategies to enhance performance.
Education
B.A. - Psychology, Business & Marketing
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN05.2025
Skills
- FLO Certified
- Territory and in-trade execution
- Coaching and leadership
- Brand and community activation
Athletics Experience
Division I Women’s Cross Country & Track | Team Captain | Aug 2021 – May 2025
- Led team culture, communication, and training standards; served as liaison between coaches and athletes.
- Balanced 20+ hrs/week of Division I training with academic and leadership responsibilities.
- Competed in 6 SEC Championships; SEC Academic Honor Roll.
Leadership And Brand Experience
Founder — Salt n Spice Run Club
Carmel, IN | Oct 2025 – Present
- Founded and lead a women-focused community run club, applying team-captain leadership principles to drive consistency, accountability, and inclusive culture.
- Own brand identity, messaging, and social content; plan grassroots activations, partnerships, and post-run events aligned to wellness and social events.
Timeline
Field Sales Associate
PepsiCo Beverages North America
08.2024 - Current
Sales Management Intern
PepsiCo Beverages North America
06.2024 - 08.2024
Digital Marketing Intern
Money Mouth Marketing
05.2023 - 08.2023
Creative Content Coordinator
Ingram Center for Student-Athlete Success (Vanderbilt University)
01.2023 - 05.2024
Nutrition Intern
Susannah Wallenstrom, MPH, RDN
05.2020 - 08.2020
Sales Representative
San Francisco Running Company
08.2019 - 04.2021
B.A. - Psychology, Business & Marketing
Vanderbilt University