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Sherry Nehl

Pueblo,CO

Summary

Results-driven sales and hospitality professional with 20+ years of experience in foodservice, restaurant operations, real estate, and economic development. Proven success in consultative selling, client retention, and upselling products and services to meet customer needs and financial targets. Adept at virtual communication, cross-functional collaboration, and using technology to manage accounts and drive growth. Seeking to contribute as a Virtual Sales Consultant at Guest Worldwide by leveraging my expertise in sales, hospitality, and business development.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner / Operator

Juniper Kitchen
01.2019 - 01.2024
  • Built and grew a hospitality business from concept to a regional destination, featured on national television and in industry publications.
  • Created 23 new jobs, supporting local economic development and downtown revitalization.
  • Led virtual meetings and email communications with vendors, event clients, and business partners.
  • Created and analyzed sales reports, identified growth opportunities, and executed plans that increased revenue and profitability.
  • Trained and mentored staff on food safety protocols and kitchen best practices, improving team performance.
  • Implemented inventory management systems, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels for operational efficiency.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality food preparation standards.
  • Oversaw financial budgeting and cost control measures, ensuring sustainable profitability for the business.
  • Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated company performance against objectives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results.

Owner / Operator

Sherry’s Bakehouse
01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Founded and operated a wholesale bakery specializing in celebration cakes, sourdough bread, pastries, and custom event menus.
  • Supplied baked goods to local restaurants, coffee shops, and catered events, increasing wholesale accounts by 43% over two years.
  • Managed all aspects of the business, including recipe development, hiring, training, marketing, and vendor relationships.

Business Development Consultant

Grant County Economic Development
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Collaborated with local businesses, government officials, and investors to support small business growth and attract new enterprises to the region.
  • Assisted in creating incentive packages and business plans to drive job creation and downtown revitalization projects.
  • Organized networking events and workshops to connect entrepreneurs with resources and mentorship opportunities.

Catering & Sales Manager / Regional Trainer

Hoggy’s Restaurants & Catering
01.2007 - 07.2013
  • Used consultative selling techniques to secure major corporate catering clients and grow drop-off catering by 58%.
  • Coordinated with operations, kitchen, and logistics teams to ensure customer satisfaction and timely service.
  • Provided virtual and in-person training to sales teams across eight locations, focusing on client acquisition, upselling, and retention.
  • Developed seasonal menus and service packages aligned with client needs and budget goals.

Education

Bachelor’s of Business Administration - Business Administration, Marketing

Colorado State University
Pueblo

Skills

  • Consultative sales & upselling
  • Customer relationship management
  • Virtual communication (Zoom, Teams, Webex)
  • Salesforce CRM & customer databases
  • Hospitality, foodservice, textiles, FF&E product knowledge
  • Forecasting & reporting
  • Project & time management
  • Problem-solving & solution-oriented mindset
  • Strong written & verbal communication
  • Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Certification

  • ServSafe Certified (expired; can renew)
  • Familiar with MOXE, Toast CRM, Webex, Teams, and Zoom
  • Advanced Microsoft Office 365 user

Awards

Featured on Taste Utah (2024), showcasing the restaurant’s role in local culinary tourism and small business innovation., Featured in Pizza Today magazine as a “Destination Restaurant” (2020), CBS Sunday Morning Pizza Expo Entrepreneurs segment (2020)

Timeline

Owner / Operator

Juniper Kitchen
01.2019 - 01.2024

Owner / Operator

Sherry’s Bakehouse
01.2014 - 01.2019

Business Development Consultant

Grant County Economic Development
01.2014 - 01.2016

Catering & Sales Manager / Regional Trainer

Hoggy’s Restaurants & Catering
01.2007 - 07.2013

Bachelor’s of Business Administration - Business Administration, Marketing

Colorado State University

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