Scott Allshouse
Lakewood Ranch,Florida
Summary
Seasoned CEO with proven leadership skills and track record of driving organizational growth. Experienced in strategic planning, business development, operational management, and team leadership. Notable success in capitalizing on new business opportunities, increasing profitability, and managing business relationships. Instrumental in achieving corporate goals through hands-on involvement in all aspects of business operations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Sarasota Green Group
Sarasota, FL
06.2018 - 08.2024
- Developed company infrastructure and recruited sales, marketing, finance, and operations teams.
- Created innovative brand identities and designed products that reflected the company's vision.
- Generated $15 million in revenue through distribution agreement with Lowe's, enabling placement of 9 items within stores in under 3 years.
CEO
Buddy Fruits
Coral Gables, FL
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Restructured company by recruiting new sales team and implementing financial tools and processes.
- Achieved a $10 million growth in company revenue by successfully acquiring new customers and launching innovative products.
- Managed successful sale of the company to Andros Foods in 2017.
Vice President of Sales
Signature Brands LLC
Ocala, FL
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Managed a team of 10 sales professionals and broker partners, providing training and mentorship.
- Achieved $235 million in revenue by successfully selling products in various channels including grocery, mass market, club stores, drugstores, discount retailers, home improvement centers, craft stores and specialty shops.
- Expanded distribution channels and amplified display support resulted in a 25% increase in specialty popcorn business.
Vice President of Sales
Campbell's Soup
Tampa, FL
02.2012 - 01.2014
- Led direct and broker teams in the southeast, responsible for managing major accounts including Publix, Food Lion, HEB, Harris Teeter, and Winn Dixie.
- Achieved $550 million in revenue by effectively managing a team of 8 direct reports.
- Secured +12 new points of distribution at HEB resulting in revenue growth of +11%.
Director of Sales
Heinz
Pittsburgh, PA
04.2003 - 02.2012
- Managed and supervised 9 direct reports while leading consumer products business in the Northeast US.
- Generated $450 million in sales by strategically partnering with retailers including Shoprite, Stop & Shop, Wegman's, A&P, Hannaford and Tops Markets
Category Development Manager
Heinz
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2001 - 04.2003
- Oversaw $110 million worth of sales for the meal creations business and effectively controlled a trade budget of $26 million.
Regional Sales Manager
Heinz
Minneapolis, MN
09.2000 - 08.2001
- Oversaw operations of Minneapolis region's grocery business generating more than $51M in sales.
Category Development Manager
Pillsbury
Minneapolis, MN
05.2000 - 09.2000
Retail Sales Manager
Pillsbury
Minneapolis, MN
11.1998 - 05.2000
Account Manager
Pillsbury
Grand Rapids, MI
02.1997 - 11.1998
Sales Analyst
Pillsbury
Pittsburgh, PA
11.1995 - 02.1997
Account Executive
Pillsbury
Buffalo, NY
04.1993 - 11.1995
Sales Representative
Pillsbury
Indiana, PA
03.1990 - 04.1993
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Financial Leadership
- Change Management
- Profit and Loss Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Talent Recruitment
- Performance Benchmarking
- New Business Development
- Process Improvement
Timeline
CEO
Sarasota Green Group
06.2018 - 08.2024
CEO
Buddy Fruits
06.2015 - 06.2018
Vice President of Sales
Signature Brands LLC
01.2014 - 06.2015
Vice President of Sales
Campbell's Soup
02.2012 - 01.2014
Director of Sales
Heinz
04.2003 - 02.2012
Category Development Manager
Heinz
08.2001 - 04.2003
Regional Sales Manager
Heinz
09.2000 - 08.2001
Category Development Manager
Pillsbury
05.2000 - 09.2000
Retail Sales Manager
Pillsbury
11.1998 - 05.2000
Account Manager
Pillsbury
02.1997 - 11.1998
Sales Analyst
Pillsbury
11.1995 - 02.1997
Account Executive
Pillsbury
04.1993 - 11.1995
Sales Representative
Pillsbury
03.1990 - 04.1993
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Pittsburgh
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