Travis Michael Mahoney
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Sales leader with 10+ years of experience building and scaling sales operations in the premium food and beverage industry. Proven track record of driving revenue growth, cultivating deep industry relationships, and leading high-performing teams. Passionate about artisanal products, hospitality, and connecting exceptional food brands with top chefs, restaurants, and retailers.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Sales & Business Development
Larder Baking Co.
Los Angeles, CA
01.2015 - Current
- Founded by James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur
- Joined company in it’s first year and helped grow it from a small startup into one of Southern California’s leading artisan wholesale B2B bakeries.
- Contributed across all areas of the business – marketing, operations, hiring, logistics to support rapid expansion.
- Managed and grew revenue by 69% of company over the past 10 years and 11 months through 10,151 in person meetings/visits (as of 11.9.25) with the support of a small and hardworking inside sales team.
- As of Jan 1st ’25 – Nov 9th ’25, I have brought in 79% of sales and manage over 250 accounts.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with production, logistics, and leadership team to streamline operations and improve profitability.
- Drove consistent year-over-year revenue growth by developing strong partnerships across Southern California’s top hotels, restaurants, coffee shops.
- Negotiated and managed key accounts, expanding market share across premium bakery category.
- Established relationships with hundreds of chefs, buyers, and industry professionals.
- Work multiple hats beyond sales, contributing to product development, branding, hiring, and overall company growth.
- Secured key wholesale accounts including Warmer Bros. Studios, Paramount Studios, Verve Coffee Roasters, Four Seasons Los Angeles, Four Seasons Westlake Village, Ritz Carlton Bacara, Rosewood Miramar, Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel, Montage Laguna Beach, The Beverly Hills Hotel, Waldorf Astoria, The Maybourne Beverly Hills, Robeks Juice and most recently Gelson’s Markets.
Research Assistant, Department of Psychology
Stanford University, School Of Psychological Medicine
Palo Alto, CA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Conducted behavioral and cognitive research, data analysis, and participant studies supporting published academic projects.
Barista
Quince Restaurant
San Francisco, California
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Worked at a 3 Michelin Star restaurant at night while I worked for free as a research admin during the day at UCSF.
- Assisted customers in selecting coffee blends and food pairings for optimal experience.
- Prepared high-quality espresso beverages using specialized brewing equipment.
Research Assistant, Department of Psychology
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
San Francisco, CA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Supported faculty-led research in social and developmental psychology; collected and analyzed data for peer-reviewed studies.
Education
B.A. - Psychology
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA06-2012
Skills
- New business development
- Performance Metrics
- Brand development
- Data-driven decision making
- Team leadership
- Sales forecasting
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of Sales & Business Development
Larder Baking Co.
01.2015 - Current
Research Assistant, Department of Psychology
Stanford University, School Of Psychological Medicine
01.2013 - 01.2014
Barista
Quince Restaurant
09.2012 - 09.2013
Research Assistant, Department of Psychology
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
01.2012 - 01.2013
B.A. - Psychology
University of California, Davis