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Garry Tornberg

Glen Cove,NY

Summary

Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in the wine industry. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams. Experienced in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. Demonstrated success in growth and innovation. Capitalized on new trends and technologies to boost business initiatives and reach sales objectives.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Tricana Imports
06.2015 - Current
  • Traveled to major wine producing countries in Europe to meet with suppliers.
  • Developed brand image and marketing plans
  • Analyzed marketing budgets
  • Created plans for OCM funding with multiple usuppliers
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Used social media for advertising
  • Supervised staff of 10 salespeople

Wine Salesperson

Premiere/Southern Glazer Wines And Spirits
07.2002 - 05.2015
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Expanded customer base through targeted prospecting and networking efforts.
  • Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.

Regional Director of Sales

Deutsch Family Wine And Spirits
08.1997 - 06.2002
  • Increased regional sales by implementing targeted marketing strategies and fostering strong relationships with key clients
  • Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by evaluating existing processes and introducing innovative solutions
  • Led a team of managers to achieve consistent revenue growth through effective leadership and strategic planning
  • Developed marketing plans for all Deutsch Family brands based on allocated budgets and goals
  • Called on key accounts in the market (I.e. Sherry Lehmann, Warehouse Wines, Garnet, Marriott Hotels)
  • Managed an on premise specialist whose main responsibilities were key accounts primarily in NewYork City and working with sales reps throughout the state
  • Reviewed business with ownership and top managers of Premiere Wines and Spirits (Metro NY) and Eber Brothers (Upstate NY)
  • Oversaw three divisions at Premiere Wines and Spirits (Palm Bay)
  • Managed large budgets with every Deutsch brand (I.e. Yellowtail, Pommery, De Boeuf)

Owner/Operator

Union Square Wines & Spirits
10.1994 - 07.1997
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive price
  • Supervised building of 4000 square footwine shop “Union Square Wines and Spirits”
  • Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume Wine Chair for Union Square Business Improvement District (BID) Annual Event “Harvest in the Square”
  • Supervised staff of 12
  • Main Buyer
  • Was responsible for and supervised all product merchandising in the 4000 square foot retail space

Salesperson

Paramount Brands
03.1988 - 10.1994
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business
  • Expanded customer base through targeted prospecting and networking efforts
  • Implemented effective sales strategies to maximize revenue generation
  • Number One sales producer each year for six years

Education

International Business Administration

Northeastern University
Boston, MA

Skills

  • Business Management
  • Budget Administration
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Team Oversight
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Human Resource Management
  • Investor Relations
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Hiring
  • Product Branding
  • Budget Development
  • Cross-Selling Products and Services
  • Account Management
  • Complaint Handling
  • Product Description
  • Business Development
  • Sales Management
  • Customer Care

Timeline

Owner

Tricana Imports
06.2015 - Current

Wine Salesperson

Premiere/Southern Glazer Wines And Spirits
07.2002 - 05.2015

Regional Director of Sales

Deutsch Family Wine And Spirits
08.1997 - 06.2002

Owner/Operator

Union Square Wines & Spirits
10.1994 - 07.1997

Salesperson

Paramount Brands
03.1988 - 10.1994

International Business Administration

Northeastern University

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