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Empire Distributors, Inc. Employees
Mutual Distributing Company October 2013 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. February 2005 - October 2013
Johnson Brothers Liquor Co. October 1986 - November 2004
Skills
Wine, Beer, Wine Tasting, Restaurants, Sales, Sales Management, Retail, Marketing, Event Management, Key Account Development, Customer Service, Social Media, Merchandising, Marketing Strategy, Sales Operations, Inventory Management, Account Management, Key Account Management
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1984 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts, Speech Communications
Empire Distributors, Inc. October 2013 - Present
Brixx August 2006 - Present
Stroker, Jones & Associates November 2012 - October 2013
Applebees International August 2003 - August 2006
Birkenstock August 2002 - May 2003
Skills
Microsoft Office, Recruiting, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Social Media
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Organizational Communications
Blue Ridge Community College 2002 — 2004
Business
Empire Distributors, Inc. March 2013 - Present
Roux on Canton Street March 2012 - March 2013
Locos Grill and Pub August 2010 - March 2012
Skills
Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Customer Service, Bartending, Food, Hospitality, Menu Development, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Food Service, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Time Management, Fine Dining, Event Planning, Catering, Teamwork, Event Management, Social Media
Education
The University of Georgia
B.S.A., Agricultural Communication
Empire Distributors, Inc. March 2013 - Present
Hawthorn Pharmaceuticals September 2012 - January 2013
Red Bull North America March 2011 - September 2012
Wisdom Beverage July 2009 - March 2011
Bar Management Group March 2007 - July 2009
Skills
Social Media, Sales Operations, Direct Sales, Cold Calling, Event Management, Event Planning, CRM, Sales Management, New Business Development, Sales Presentations, Sales, Microsoft Office, Management, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Account Management, Marketing, Salesforce.com, Time Management, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Brand Management, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Team Building, Key Account Development, Merchandising, Contract Negotiation, B2B, Customer Retention, Public Relations, Selling, Retail, Key Account Management, Negotiation, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Brand Awareness, Beverage Industry, Product Marketing, Market Planning, Budgets, Training, Business Development, Trade Shows, Recruiting, Pricing, Online Marketing
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 2002 — 2006
B.S, Business Administration; Marketing
Gilead Sciences May 2012 - Present
Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc November 2010 - May 2012
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc November 2004 - July 2010
Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc October 2001 - November 2004
Johnson & Johnson October 1999 - October 2001
Empire Distributors, Inc February 1996 - October 1999
Design Traditions 1993 - 1996
Skills
Volunteer Leadership, Fundraising, Patient Advocacy, Urology, Infectious Diseases, Healthcare, Volunteering, Pharmaceutical Sales, Clinical Research, OB/GYN, Dermatology, Neurology, Oncology
Education
Georgia State University
B.S., Psychology / Education
Georgia Crown Distributing Co. July 2014 - Present
Atlanta Beverage Company March 2012 - June 2014
Quality Wine & Spirits Inc. January 2005 - March 2012
Empire Distributors Inc. June 2000 - January 2005
La Grotta Ristorante January 1994 - June 2000
Skills
Certified Specialist of..., Wine, Food & Beverage, Customer Service, Account Management, Marketing, Sales, Marketing Strategy, CRM, Wine Tasting, Fine Dining, Sales Operations, Team Building, Restaurants, Budgets, Management, Competitive Analysis, B2B, Menu Development, Restaurant Management, Retail, Wineries, Alcoholic Beverages, Training, Leadership, Beverage Industry, Pricing, Sales Management, Brand Management, Key Account Development, Event Planning, Selling
Education
Kennesaw State University - Michael J. Coles College of Business 1992 — 1996
BBA, Business Management
Partnership Against Domestic Violence December 2012 - April 2014
Partnership Against Domestic Violence March 2012 - November 2012
March of Dimes 2007 - 2008
American Heart Association August 2002 - September 2004
Empire Distributors, Inc. October 1999 - August 2002
Skills
Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Program Development, Grants, Event Management, Program Management, Management, Leadership, Training, Recruiting, Customer Service, Policy, Proposal Writing, Public Speaking
Education
Georgia State University
B.S., International Economics
Empire Distributors, Inc. February 2014 - Present
Broyhill Furniture May 2012 - December 2013
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC May 2011 - August 2011
Reynolds Plantation May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Sales, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Food & Beverage, Teamwork, Social Networking, Social Media, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Salesforce.com, Account Management
Education
High Point University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
Cars.com September 2014 - Present
Emery Family Farm 2010 - September 2014
Prime Wine and Spirits 2009 - 2010
Empire Distributors, Inc. 2006 - 2008
Skills
Marketing, Sales Operations, Sales, Customer Service, B2B, Sales Management, Advertising, Cold Calling, Public Relations, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Online Marketing, Microsoft Office, Leadership Development, Online Advertising, Management, Facebook, Social Networking, Direct Sales, Salesforce.com, CRM, Brand Management, Coaching, Leadership, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Merchandising, Microsoft Word, Wine Tasting, Event Planning, New Business Development, Small Business, Account Management, Time Management, Team Building, Budgets, Negotiation, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing, Sales Process, Brand Development, Customer Satisfaction, Hospitality, Outlook, Email Marketing, Inventory Management
Education
University of Massachusetts Lowell 2000 — 2003
Bachelor's degree, Creative Writing - Spanish Minor, Cum Laude
Masonic Center - Downtown October 2008 - Present
X-Rite Incorporated 1993 - 2008
Karona, Incorporated March 1989 - March 1993
Empire Distributors, Inc. December 1984 - March 1989
Skills
Digital Imaging, Digital Printing, Strategic Planning, Color Management, Adobe Acrobat, Product Development, Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Trade Shows, Competitive Analysis, Management, International Sales
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1985 — 1988
Associate's Degree, Associate Degree - Executive Secretary
Empire Distributors, Inc. September 2013 - Present
Empire Distributors of NC May 2012 - August 2013
Earth Fare - the healthy supermarket August 2007 - March 2012
Dad's Garage Theatre June 2002 - May 2007
Skills
Wine, Beverage Industry, Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Wineries, Key Account Development, Winemaking, Food Pairing, Wine & Spirits Industry, IRI, Distributors, Pricing, Merchandising, Sales, Grocery, National Accounts, Food, Food Service, Wholesale, Retail, Champagne, Inventory Management, Sales Presentations, Craft Beer, Culinary Skills, Gourmet, Wine Lists, Cheese, Food & Beverage
Education
LaGrange College 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theater
North Atlanta High School 1994 — 1998
Agency A3 June 2015 - Present
Think It's A Game Records April 2015 - June 2015
10 Squared December 2014 - June 2015
Dean Brand Marketing, LLC. December 2009 - December 2014
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 2013 - March 2013
The Coca-Cola Company/Market Vision June 2009 - September 2009
Disturbing Tha Peace Records October 2005 - January 2008
Def Jam South October 2002 - May 2005
Skills
Brand Development, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Entertainment, Event Management, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Online Marketing, Creative Direction, Product Marketing, Sponsorship, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Relationship Marketing, Event Planning, Media Planning, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Mobile Marketing, Public Relations, Proposal Writing, Promotions, Creative Development, Trade Marketing, Global Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Customer Insight, Marketing Management, Marketing, Facebook
Education
Herzing University-Atlanta 2014 — 2017
Bachelor's Degree, Business Management: Entrepreneurial Studies
Atlanta Technical College 2001 — 2002
Marketing
AirWatch by VMware July 2015 - Present
AirWatch by VMware July 2014 - June 2015
AirWatch September 2012 - June 2014
IBM February 2011 - September 2012
Alltek Virtual October 2010 - February 2011
Insphere Insurance Solutions December 2005 - June 2010
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 2001 - December 2005
Skills
CRM, Cloud Computing, Sales, Sales Management, New Business Development, Strategy, B2B, Management, Account Management, Enterprise Software, Strategic Planning, Training, Selling, Strategic Partnerships, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Solution Selling, Customer Service, Sales Presentations, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Mobile Device Management, Mobile Security, Enterprise Mobility, Mobile Content..., Mobile Application..., Sales Operations, Marketing, Recruiting, Business Planning, Direct Sales
Education
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Carroll Wine & Spirits September 2014 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. October 2003 - August 2014
Skills
Account Management, Customer Service, Merchandising, Retail, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Key Account Development, Wine, Alcoholic Beverages, Food, Food, Key Account Management, Pricing, Wine Tasting
Education
Georgia State University 2000 — 2003
Certified French English translator, French English translation
École Hôtelière de Nice 1976 — 1978
E. & J. Gallo Winery 2010 - Present
E. & J. Gallo Winery 2007 - 2010
Empire Distributors, Inc. 2004 - 2007
E. & J. Gallo Winery 2002 - 2004
Empire Distributors, Inc. 2001 - 2002
Empire Distributors, Inc. 2000 - 2001
Skills
Sales, Wine, Marketing Strategy, Market Planning, Key Account Development, Brand Management, FMCG, Retail, Sales Management, Pricing, Key Account Management, Trade Marketing, Food, Wine Tasting
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1996 — 1999
BSBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Food Manager Testing LLC 2011 - Present
Wine Knowledge LLC December 2007 - Present
Empire Distributors Inc August 1994 - December 2007
Atlanta Wholesale Wine September 1991 - August 1994
Mc Kesson Wine and Spirits April 1987 - September 1991
Price Wise Liquor Marts - FL August 1980 - April 1987
Skills
Selling Skills, Business Services, Wine, Wine Tasting, Food, Restaurants, Retail, Sales, Wholesale, Marketing, Sales Management, Hospitality, Customer Service, Event Management, Account Management, Sales Operations, Brand Development, Market Planning, Marketing Strategy, Alcoholic Beverages, Management, Beer, Wine & Spirits Industry, Wineries, Winemaking, Pricing, Beverage Industry, Distributors, Brand Management, Food Pairing, Champagne, Trade Marketing, Key Account Development, Food Service
Education
Baruch College, City University of New York (CUNY) 1965 — 1970
Marketing
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 2013 - Present
Publix Super Markets April 1998 - January 2013
United States Marine Corps May 1999 - May 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Inventory Management, Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Management, Program Management, Retail, Sales, Store Management, Team Building, Leadership, Project Management, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Team Leadership, Merchandising, Grocery, Account Management, Social Media
Education
Southern Polytechnic State University 2000 — 2002
Empire Distributors, Inc. May 2015 - Present
Clevest Solutions Inc September 2014 - February 2015
Partner Software Inc. March 2013 - September 2014
Center Stage Catering 2011 - 2013
Cutters Pub 2006 - 2010
Skills
Direct Sales, Sales Presentations, Sales Operations, Trade Show Exhibitor, International Sales, Domestic Sales, Hospitality Management
Education
The University of Georgia
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Consumer Economics
Empire Distributors, Inc. May 2015 - Present
University of Alabama Sales Program May 2014 - May 2015
University of Alabama Sales Program August 2013 - May 2015
Olympia Media Group March 2013 - January 2014
Skills
Sales, Social Media, Marketing, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, New Business Development, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, B2B, Social Networking
Education
University of Alabama 2014 — 2015
Masters of Marketing Sciences, Marketing Analytics, 4.0
University of Alabama 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Shelton State Community College 2012 — 2012
Fiji Water/JUSTIN Wines/Landmark Wines May 2011 - Present
FIJI Water December 2008 - May 2011
FIJI Water February 2008 - December 2008
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 2002 - February 2008
Skills
Beverage Industry, Key Account Development, Account Management, Grocery, Sales Management, IRI, Food & Beverage, Wine, National Accounts
Education
Kennesaw State University 2002 — 2004
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Auburn University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Priority Payment Systems (American Express Contractor) September 2013 - Present
Amerisave Mortgage Corporation May 2012 - August 2013
North Fulton Community Charities November 2010 - April 2012
C.E.C./Le Cordon Bleu- Atlanta August 2008 - October 2010
Pinnacle Medsource October 2007 - August 2008
Empire Distributors, Inc March 2006 - September 2007
General Wholesale Company August 2004 - March 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Retention, Account Management, Customer Relations, Problem Solving, Social Media, Product Development, Direct Sales, Cold Calling, Budgeting, Forecasting, Inside Sales, Sales Process, Sales Management, Budgets, Time Management, Sales Operations
Education
Johnson and Wales University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor Of Science, Hospitality Sales & Meeting Management
Johnson and Wales University 1997 — 2001
Associate of Science, Restaurant/Institutional Management
Charlotte Checkers May 2008 - Present
Charlotte Checkers May 2008 - May 2011
Empire Distributors, Inc. August 2005 - August 2008
bebe April 2002 - January 2005
Law Offices of Bush and Powers 2002 - 2005
Skills
Wine Tasting, Sales, Wine, Beer, Restaurants, Marketing, Retail, Management, Sales Management, Sports Marketing, Account Management, Event Management, Advertising, Public Speaking, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Sponsorship, Public Relations, Customer Service, Ticket Sales, Event Planning, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Partnerships
Education
University of North Carolina at Greensboro 1993 — 1998
BFA, Design, minors in Art History and Biology
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Bachelor's degree, Fine/Studio Arts, General
Empire Distributors, Inc. June 2015 - Present
PCSI Powder Coating Services, Inc. November 2013 - April 2015
Carolina Premium Beverage July 2009 - October 2013
IH Caffey October 2008 - July 2009
Delhaize Group October 2007 - October 2008
Delhaize Group September 2004 - October 2007
Skills
Sales Management, Sales, Account Management, Customer Service, Wholesale, Inventory Management, Retail, Merchandising, Negotiation, Purchasing, Direct Sales, Budget, P&L Analysis, Long-term Customer..., Planograms, Store Management, Management, Hiring, Pricing, Business Development
Education
Gaston College 2007 — 2008
Ashbrook High School 2000 — 2003
High School Diploma
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 2015 - Present
EREV Boards February 2011 - 2015
Ruth's Chris Steak House June 2007 - November 2014
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Sales Management, Microsoft Office, Social Media, New Business Development, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Microsoft Excel, Proposal Writing, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Control, WordPress, Google Adwords, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Product Development, Product Marketing, Premiere, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Marketing, Sales, Leadership, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Social Networking
Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Bachelor of Arts, History
Empire Distributors, Inc. June 2014 - Present
CareerBuilder.com June 2013 - June 2014
Tech Data January 2013 - May 2013
Tech Data August 2011 - January 2013
AmeriGas Propane July 2009 - August 2011
AmeriGas Propane December 2008 - July 2009
US Army August 2007 - November 2008
U.S. Army November 2006 - August 2007
United States Army February 2006 - November 2006
Skills
Logistics, Team Building, Project Planning, Budgets, Project Management, Personnel Management, Public Speaking, Time Management, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Inventory Management, Military, Management, Leadership, Process Improvement
Education
Limestone College 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Limestone College 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Management
Lindenwood University 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice
Wells Fargo July 2014 - Present
Wells Fargo March 2012 - July 2014
Wells Fargo June 2006 - March 2012
Wells Fargo November 2000 - June 2006
Wells Fargo November 1998 - November 2000
Farner-Bocken Company October 1995 - November 1998
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 1990 - August 1994
Ben Franklin / Schwarzkopf Varieties January 1982 - January 1990
Skills
Banking, Risk Management, Leadership, Business Analysis, Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, IT Strategy, Business Process..., SDLC, Analysis, Requirements Gathering, Business Intelligence, Vendor Management
Education
Creighton University 1985 — 1989
BSBA
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates 2012 - Present
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates 2008 - 2012
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates 2003 - 2008
Empire Distributors, Inc. 1995 - 2003
Skills
Wine, Fine Dining, Food, Restaurants, Wine Tasting, Beer, Wineries, Winemaking, Alcoholic Beverages, Food & Beverage, Beverage Industry, Event Planning, Hospitality, Key Account Development, Food Pairing, P&L, Management, Sales, Wine & Spirits Industry
Education
The University of Georgia 1984 — 1989
BA, Political Science
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 2015 - Present
Jody Medford January 2015 - Present
Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated January 2014 - Present
Joe Lasher Jr. June 2013 - October 2014
American Federation of Musicians Local 342 September 2013 - September 2014
Wild Wing Cafe July 2013 - September 2014
The Home Depot November 2011 - May 2014
CrossRidge February 2013 - July 2013
CrossRidge June 2012 - October 2012
Spencer Gifts November 2011 - June 2012
Skills
Drums, Audio Engineering, Live Sound, Sound, Music, Music Production, Studio Recording, Audio Editing, Audio Post Production, Band, Pro Tools, Sound Editing, Sound Design, Music Industry, Recording, Musicians, Rock, Logic Pro, Digital Recording, DJ, Adobe Audition, Audio Processing, Professional Audio, Digital Audio, Live Recording, Drum Set, Reason, Surround Sound, Composition, Guitar, Guitarist, Theatre, Forklift Operator, Voice Over, Video Editing, Entertainment, Songwriting, Piano, Music Education, Ableton Live, Acting, Mac, Music Theory, Radio, Mastering, Sound Reinforcement, Bass Guitar, MIDI, Sound Mixing, Critical Thinking
Education
Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences 2010 — 2012
Audio Engineering Certification, Audio Engineering
North Judson-San Pierre High School 2005 — 2010
Core 40 High School Diploma, General Studies
Empire Distributors, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Boisset Collection October 2013 - August 2015
Bishop Hospitality Group September 2013 - October 2013
Good Essen May 2012 - July 2013
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. October 2009 - May 2012
SideForward June 2009 - October 2009
Pepper Lounge 2007 - 2009
Washington University January 2007 - May 2008
Washington University June 2007 - August 2007
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign January 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Research, Mandarin, French, Chinese, Facebook, Sommelier, Wine Tasting, Hospitality, Editing, Social Media, Wine, Leadership, Restaurants, Hotels, Food & Beverage, Sales, Bartending, Event Planning, Cooking, Billiards, Management, Integrated Marketing, Food, Social Networking, Start-ups, Event Management, Fine Dining, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Menu Development, Public Relations, Purchasing, Restaurant Management, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Catering, Customer Satisfaction, Alcoholic Beverages, Micros, Pre-opening, Beer, Sales Management
Education
Washington University in St. Louis 2006 — 2008
MA, East Asian Studies-Chinese
Capital Normal University 2008 — 2008
Duke Study in China, Mandarin Chinese
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2005 — 2006
MS, Journalism
Peking University 2004 — 2004
Freeman Grant Recipient, Chinese Culture
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2000 — 2004
BA, Political Science, French
Schaumburg High School 1997 — 2000
High School Diploma, General Studies
Empire Distributors, Inc. June 2015 - Present
Hemispheres Global Wines May 2014 - June 2015
Southern Wine & Spirits September 2012 - May 2014
United States Marine Corps February 2009 - September 2012
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Marketing, Management, Social Media Marketing, Research, Event Planning, Sales, Account Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Atlanta
Belcan Engineering October 2013 - Present
Blythe Development Company June 2013 - October 2013
Merchandising Concepts Inc. November 2012 - June 2013
Empire Distributors Inc January 2002 - January 2011
Skills
Inventory Management, Customer Service, Management, Budgets, PowerPoint, Sales, Negotiation, Sales Operations, Marketing, Sales Management, Purchasing, Process Scheduler, Operations Management, •Experience in..., Leadership, Training, Matlab, SolidWorks, Pricing, Microsoft Office
Education
North Carolina State University 2011 — 2013
Bachelors in Science, Aerospace Engineering, Alumni
University of North Carolina at Asheville 2009 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, Engineering, GPA of 3.13
Empire Distributors, Inc. February 2015 - Present
Meridan Behavioral Health Services October 2014 - February 2015
The Market Place July 2014 - February 2015
The Blackbird May 2012 - May 2014
The Grand Bohemian Hotel September 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Restaurants, Microsoft Office, Inventory Management, Microsoft Excel, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Microsoft Word, Restaurant Management, Food Service, Food, Sales, Wine Tasting, Catering, Wine, Event Management, Event Planning, Hospitality Management
Education
University of Pittsburgh 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, 3.41 GPA
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 1991 — 1994
Medical Modalities January 2015 - Present
Boat Juice Marine Services June 2014 - Present
ACI Insurance Services August 2013 - June 2014
Empire Distributors, Inc. February 2012 - August 2013
T-Mobile 2004 - 2011
Stevens Towing Company 2003 - 2005
Sysco 2001 - 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Account Management, Sales Management, Sales, Retail, Salesforce.com, Direct Sales, Marketing, Cold Calling, Sales Operations, Direct Marketing, Management, Training, Business Planning, Trade Shows, Customer Satisfaction
Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication and Media Studies
Cape Fear Community College 1994 — 1997
Associate's Degree, Marine Technology / Biology
Hemispheres Global Wines May 2014 - Present
Club Tapiz/ Fincas Patagonicas February 2014 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. October 2010 - January 2014
Total Wine & More October 2008 - October 2010
Atlantic Wine & Spirits September 2007 - September 2008
The Grape July 2005 - July 2007
Skills
Conversational Spanish, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Wine, Sales, Event Management, Wine, Menu Development, Restaurants, Hotels, Advertising, Customer Service, Tourism, Purchasing, P, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Food Pairing, Champagne, English, Fine Dining, Restaurant Management, Distributors, Wine Lists, Hospitality, POS, Retail, Merchandising, Pricing, Catering, Food Service, Inventory Management, Public Relations, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Wine & Spirits Industry
Education
Court of Master Sommeliers 2007 — 2007
Level One Sommelier, Begginer Sommelier Certification
Society of Wine Educators 2007 — 2007
Certified Specialist of WIne, CSW
Wine & Spirits Education Trust 2006 — 2006
WSET Level 3 Certification, WSET III
Auburn University 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Foreign Languages and Literatures, General, 3.98 GPA
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta February 2012 - Present
Eleste Marketing, Inc. October 2006 - March 2012
Empire Distributors, Inc. May 1998 - October 2006
Damons International September 1996 - May 1998
Skills
Account Management, Community Outreach, Copywriting, Customer Service, Event Management, Coaching, Event Planning, Fundraising, Graphic Design, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, New Business Development, Nonprofits, Project Management, Project Planning, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Sales, Sales Management, Social Networking, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Web Design
Education
Georgia Southern University - College of Business Administration 1993 — 1996
Clayton State University
Statesboro High School
Rodney Strong Vineyards May 2015 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. May 2006 - Present
Empire Distributors May 2006 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. December 2013 - May 2015
Sullivans Steakhouse May 2001 - May 2006
Sullivan's Steakhouse May 2001 - May 2006
Sullivan's Steakhouse May 2001 - May 2006
Greater Charlotte Biz March 2001 - May 2001
Greater Charlotte Biz March 2001 - May 2001
Osprey January 2000 - November 2000
Skills
Sales Management, Sales, Sales Operations, Marketing, Wine, Menu Development, Event Management, Event Planning, Retail, Direct Marketing, Distributors, Beer, Beverage Industry, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Restaurants, Trade Shows, Cold Calling, Key Account Development, New Business Development
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 1994 — 1999
BA, Biology
University of North Carolina
B.A, Biology; Microbiology
University of North Carolina
B.A, Biology; Microbiology
Empire Distributors, Inc. June 2015 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. August 2013 - May 2015
Empire Distributors, Inc. August 2010 - August 2013
Grapefields Fine Wine Distributors January 2010 - October 2010
Bone's Restaurant October 2006 - December 2009
Morgans Hotel Group 1997 - 2006
Skills
Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Beverage Industry, Food, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Menu Development, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Sales, Sales Management
Education
Yale School of Drama 1994 — 1997
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
The University of Kansas 1986 — 1990
Bachelor's degree, Theatre/Theater
Empire Distributors, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Reinhart Foodservice June 2003 - August 2015
Skills
Pricing, Forecasting, Procurement, Food, Warehousing, Purchasing, Purchase Orders, Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Quality Control, Customer Satisfaction
Education
University of Phoenix 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Phoenix 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (AA), Pharmacy
Empire Distributors, Inc. June 2012 - Present
Angus Barn LTD September 2004 - June 2012
Personal Home February 2009 - October 2011
Realty World Carolina Properties February 2007 - February 2009
Kirchhoff-Consigli Construction Management December 1999 - September 2002
Vassar College April 2000 - May 2002
Walt Disney World February 1998 - October 1999
Skills
First Level Sommelier, Photographer, Real Estate, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, First Time Home Buyers, Process Scheduler, Event Management, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Event Planning, Mac, Project Management, Graphic Design, Social Media, Residential Homes, Outlook, Purchasing, Research, Public Speaking, Photoshop, Marketing, Retail, Sales, Restaurants, Hospitality, Food, Wine, Inventory Management
Education
Central Connecticut State University 1996 — 1998
BA, Communications, Maketing
Mims Distributing Company, Inc. October 2014 - Present
mutual distributing 2002 - October 2014
Empire Distributors, Inc. June 2000 - March 2002
Skills
Beer, Wine Tasting, Restaurants, Beverage Industry, Wine, Champagne, Key Account Development, Wineries, Alcoholic Beverages, Food & Beverage, National Accounts, Food, Distributors, Food Pairing
Education
Furman University 1988 — 1991
BA, History
Material Handling Specialists March 2014 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. August 2007 - October 2013
Empire Distributors, Inc. February 1999 - July 2007
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 1998 - January 1999
Empire Distributors, Inc. June 1996 - January 1999
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 1995 - May 1996
Skills
Microsoft Word, Teaching, Customer Service, Outlook, Budgets, English, Microsoft Office, Windows, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Public Speaking, HTML, Negotiation, Research, Strategic Planning, C, Editing, Teamwork, Access, Java, DOT regulations, OSHA, Logistics, Warehousing, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Inventory Analysis, Physical Inventory, Operations Management, Transportation, DOT Regulations, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Team Building, Warehouse Management, Purchasing
Education
University of Phoenix-Atlanta Campus 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Businness Management, 3.7
Cyber Liquids December 2013 - Present
AirWatch by VMware March 2015 - June 2015
Empire Distributors, Inc. October 2014 - March 2015
Empire Distributors, Inc. February 2014 - October 2014
Empire Distributors, Inc. February 2013 - February 2014
Best Buy June 2012 - February 2013
United States Army August 2009 - June 2012
Best Buy April 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Sales, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Customer Service, Training, Microsoft Excel, New Business Development, Information Technology, Entrepreneurship, Event Planning, Solution Selling, Motivation, Sales Process, Problem Solving, Internet, Computers, Determination, Integrity, Testing, Mobile Devices, Mobile Device Management, Mobile Applications, Enterprise Mobility, Mobile Content..., Email Management, Application Management..., Small Business, Small Business IT..., IT Management, Team Building, Sales Management, Inventory Management, Management, Leadership, Marketing
Education
Georgia State University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Managerial Science - Business Analysis
Cochise College 2010 — 2012
Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance
Loudoun County High School 2004 — 2008
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 2015 - Present
Neuro Brands LLC. (Drink Neuro) May 2013 - October 2014
Bolt Public Relations January 2013 - May 2013
TEAM Enterprises February 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Research, Nonprofits, Time Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Social Networking, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Sales, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Communication, Microsoft Office
Education
North Carolina State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations
Empire Distributors, Inc. July 2013 - September 2015
University of South Carolina Beaufort February 2012 - January 2013
Colonial Properties Trust February 2010 - August 2011
Bahama Bob's August 2008 - February 2011
Enterprise Rent-A-Car July 2005 - August 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Marketing, Customer Retention, Sales, Customer Oriented, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Long-term Customer..., Sales Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Analytical Chemistry, Spectrophotometry, Chemistry, Gas Chromatography, Solvent Extraction, Research, Microsoft Word, Marketing Strategy
Education
Georgia Southern University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemistry
Academy of Management September 2007 - June 2015
Empire Distributors, Inc February 2007 - June 2007
Skills
QuickBooks, Bookkeeping, Time Management, Financial Reporting, Account Reconciliation, Financial Accounting, Auditing, Financial Statements, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Credit Cards, Bank Reconciliation, Microsoft Excel, Expense Reports, Budgets, Accounting, General Ledger, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, PowerPoint, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Word
Education
Long Island University
MBA
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Bachelor's degree
Empire Distributors, Inc. March 2012 - Present
Earth Fare August 2007 - March 2012
Dad's Garage Theatre Company June 2002 - June 2007
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts October 2005 - November 2006
The Angel Pub December 2003 - September 2005
Pier 1 Imports June 2000 - September 2003
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Account Management, Inventory Management, Event Management, Pricing, Event Planning, Merchandising, Wine, Marketing, Food, Sales Presentations
Education
LaGrange College 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Theatre/Theater
Empire Distributors, Inc.
Skills
Customer Service, Marketing, Sales
Education
Cégep Garneau
Diplôme d'Etude Collégial DEC, Physical Sciences
Salesforce June 2015 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. August 2013 - May 2015
THINK Interactive, Inc March 2013 - July 2013
Tapjoy July 2012 - February 2013
Gundlach Bundschu Winery May 2011 - August 2011
BLVD Magazine January 2010 - April 2010
CAB Inc. April 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Proficient in InDesign, Team Leadership, News Writing, Event Planning, New Media, Digital Media, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Marketing
Education
The University of Georgia 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Family and Consumer Sciences
The University of Georgia 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Family and Consumer Science; Consumer Journalism, Telecommunication and New Media
EYStudios January 2015 - Present
Edison Media Research August 2005 - Present
Allen Lund Company July 2014 - January 2015
Operation HOPE 2008 - 2015
Empire Distributors, Inc. June 2013 - July 2014
Premier Transportation November 2012 - June 2013
Capital Transportation Solutions March 2012 - November 2012
DB Schenker March 2009 - July 2011
Regions Bank November 2008 - October 2009
Radio One May 2003 - February 2007
Skills
Transportation, Shipping, Logistics, Operations Management, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Materials Management, Forecasting, Procurement, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Pricing, Management
Education
University of Miami 1999 — 2003
B.A, Political Science and Broadcasting
Freeport High School 1996 — 1999
Phusion Projects September 2015 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. 2011 - August 2015
RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company 2009 - 2011
ACL Development 2008 - 2009
Labor Finders of North Carolina 2004 - 2008
ADT March 2004 - November 2004
Lifetouch July 2003 - March 2004
Skills
Brand Management, Retail, Sales Management, Pricing, Sales, Marketing, Sales Operations, Merchandising, Consumer Products, Beverage Industry, Beer, Customer Satisfaction, Forecasting, Distributors, Business Planning, Operations Management, Sales Presentations, Grocery, Team Management, Social Media Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Training, Direct Sales, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Convenience, Food, Product Launch, Marketing Strategy, Key Account Development, FMCG, IRI, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine, Key Account Management, Cold Calling, Account Management, Retail Sales, Management, New Business Development, Team Building, Budgets, Market Planning, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Negotiation
Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1999 — 2003
BA, Communication Studies
Mutual Distributing Company June 2008 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. June 1993 - June 2008
Centennial Beverage Group February 1986 - October 1992
McKesson Wine and Spirits September 1978 - January 1986
Skills
Sales & Marketing, Retail Marketing, Wine Education, Wine Tasting, Wine, Retail, Winemaking, Wineries, Food, Alcoholic Beverages, Restaurants, Beverage Industry
Education
Northern Illinois University 1970 — 1974
Sociology
Notre Dame College Prepatory 1966 — 1970
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 2012 - Present
Starbucks January 2008 - October 2012
Empire Distributors, Inc. March 2011 - January 2012
Skills
Inventory Management, Event Planning, Sales, Microsoft Office, Retail, Strategic Planning, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Hospitality, HootSuite, Social Media Marketing
Education
Georgia Gwinnett College 2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing, Cum Laude
ProLogistix January 2015 - Present
OTS Holdings September 2014 - February 2015
KIK Custom Products November 2012 - April 2014
Empire Distributors Inc February 2012 - July 2012
PetSmart March 2010 - February 2012
Staffing By The Hour March 2009 - March 2010
PetSmart March 2009 - March 2010
Saia Motor Freight May 2006 - October 2008
BJ’s Distribution May 2005 - May 2006
BJ's Distribition May 2004 - May 2005
Skills
Warehousing, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office, Logistics, Microsoft Excel, Inventory Control, Microsoft Word, Warehouse Management, Shipping, Forklift Operator, Operations Management, Distribution Center..., Team Building, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Transportation, Logistics Management, Analysis, Recruiting, Team Leadership, Sales Management, Data Entry, Management, Change Management, Pricing, Forecasting, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Training, Outlook, Process Scheduler, Merchandising, Project Planning, Retail, Process Improvement, Procurement, Freight, Account Management, Troubleshooting, 3PL, SAP, Leadership, Sales, Pallet Jack, Negotiation, Time Management, Transportation..., Customer Satisfaction
Education
Kaplan University 2012 — 2014
Associate of applied Science (A.S.), business administration
Denbigh High School
Norfolk State University
Adecco Group North America May 2015 - Present
Greene Resources November 2012 - May 2015
Hire Alternatives September 2008 - October 2012
ProLogistix (Employbridge Holding Company) February 2007 - September 2008
Empire Distributors, Inc. September 2003 - February 2007
Skills
Recruiting, Leadership, Sales, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Staffing Services, Applicant Tracking..., Hiring, Technical Recruiting, Business Development, Account Management, Cold Calling, Management, Candidate Generation, Internet Recruiting, Onboarding, Customer Service, Human Resources, New Business Development, Salesforce.com
Education
East Carolina University 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication and Media Studies
Needham Broughton High School 1993 — 1997
Raleigh, NC
Empire Distributors, Inc. February 2014 - Present
Yancey Bros. Co. March 2012 - January 2014
Yancey Bros. Company October 2007 - April 2009
Skills
Management, Sales, CRM, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Power Generation, Power Systems, Service Management, Sales Management, Customer Service, Budgets, Event Planning, Construction, Time Management, Training, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Customer Satisfaction, PowerPoint, Outlook, Operations Management, Heavy Equipment, Contract Negotiation, Generators, Purchasing, Team Building, Negotiation, Account Management, Pricing, Sales Process
Education
Kennesaw State University 1996 — 2002
2004-2005 American Intercontinental University
Bachelors Degree
Floyd College (Georgia
B.A.S.S., LLC May 2011 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 2010 - April 2011
CSE May 2008 - April 2010
ESPN February 2007 - February 2009
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sales, Marketing, Leadership, Event Planning, Event Management, Sales Presentations, Project Management, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, New Business Development, Business Development, Management, Social Media, Sponsorship
Education
University of Alabama 2003 — 2008
Bachelors of Science in Commerce & Business Administration, Marketing, Business Management
Real Brands Inc. February 2009 - Present
The Art Institute of Atlanta April 2010 - March 2011
RSI Wine Mavens February 2006 - October 2008
Empire Distributor's Inc February 1999 - February 2006
Skills
Wine & spirits brand..., Brand development with..., Beverage education, Wine, Wine Education, Wine Sales, Food, Culinary, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Wine Knowledge, Wine Tasting, Wine Marketing, Menu Development, Cooking, Culinary Skills, Brand Development, Restaurant Management, Fine Dining, Sales, Winemaking, Restaurants, Retail, Beverage Industry, Brand Management, Alcoholic Beverages, Wineries, Marketing, Beer, Food Service, Key Account Development, Sales Management, Training, Catering
Education
University of West Florida - College of Business 1989 — 1993
BSBA, Management
Society of Wine Educators 2002 — 2009
C.S.W., Wine
Pensacola Junior College 1980 — 1984
Hospitality, Business of Hospitality
Empire Distributors, Inc. October 2014 - Present
GolfTEC November 2011 - September 2014
Professional Golfer March 2010 - September 2011
Skills
Sports, Sports Marketing, Tournaments, Sports Management, Golf Instruction, Golf Courses, Golf, Player Development, Sports Psychology, Club, Golf Course Management, Golf Management, Athletics, Sales
Education
Lander University 2005 — 2006
Empire Distributors, Inc. February 2014 - Present
Central Providence Veterinary Hospital March 2013 - August 2013
North Carolina State University September 2012 - November 2012
North Carolina State University April 2012 - June 2012
TEAM Enterprises 2011 - 2012
North Carolina State University August 2011 - December 2011
North Carolina State University May 2011 - July 2011
North Carolina State University August 2007 - May 2011
North Carolina State University January 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Time Management, Public Speaking, Analysis, Veterinary, Microsoft Word, Sales & Marketing..., Research, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Leadership, Sales&Marketing, ELISA, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Teamwork
Education
North Carolina State University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Animal Sciences, Magna Cum Laude
Providence Senior High School 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma, Honors Graduate
Purity Vodka AB August 2011 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. March 2006 - April 2011
Marketing ETC May 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Sales, Marketing, Event Planning, Cold Calling, Account Management, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Restaurants, Brand Management, Direct Sales, Marketing Strategy, Food & Beverage, Salesforce.com, Market Planning
Education
Elon University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Leisure Sports Management
Lynnfield High School 1997 — 2000
Life Care Centers of America January 2015 - Present
Home September 2005 - Present
Buford Highway Transmissions June 2002 - September 2006
Empire Distributors, Inc. May 1998 - May 2002
Houston's, Inc. January 1996 - April 1998
LaCazuela Mexican Restaurants January 1995 - January 1996
Westin Hotels & Resorts Atlanta March 1990 - January 1995
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Beer, Beverage Industry, Restaurants, Hospitality, Cold Calling, Sales, Food, Key Account Development, Sales Management, Sales Operations, POS, Customer Service, Event Management, Building Relationships, Direct Sales, Merchandising, Account Management, Marketing, Alcoholic Beverages, Menu Development, Hospitality Management, Team Building, Food Pairing, Hotels, Management, Budgets, Food & Beverage
Education
Georgia State University 1989 — 1997
BS, Hospitality Administration
American College of Arts 1987 — 1989
Two years of Commercial Art/ Photography., Commercial Art and Photography
W. J. Woodham High School 1982 — 1983
Began High School here but graduated in New Orleans, La., Music Performance, General
O. Perry Walker H.S., New Orleans, La.
High School Graduate, Latin, Music and Photojournalism
Webb Metals Recycling, LLC January 2015 - Present
ColorScapes May 2004 - Present
The Morgan Landscape Group February 2014 - October 2014
Teupen USA, Inc February 2011 - February 2014
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 1991 - July 1998
Skills
General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Financial Statements, Multi-State Sales Tax, Cash Management, Cash Flow Forecasting, Collaborative Problem..., Corporate Collections, Credit Card Transaction..., Management, Administrative..., Office Management, Manufacturing Operations, Purchasing, Shipping & Receiving, Training, Customer Support, Sales, Job Scheduling, Leadership, Customer Relations, Research, Sage 50 / Peachtree, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Money, PowerPoint, Outlook, ADP Payroll, Dunn & Bradstreet
Education
Central Piedmont Community College
Accounting
Dunn & Bradstreet Collections Certificate
Robert Powers Microsoft Office Certificate
York Technical College
Microsoft Office Certificate
Empire Distributors, Inc. Assistant to the Dean of Academic AffairsThe Art Institute of Atlanta2000 - 2006
Education
The Art Institute of Atlanta 2001 — 2006
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 2009 - Present
CJIS GROUP, Inc. January 2001 - January 2009
E&J Gallo Winery June 1991 - January 2001
Education
University of Florida - Warrington College Of Business 1986 — 1991
BS, Marketing
Empire Distributors, Inc. December 2014 - Present
Southern Wine & Spirits November 2004 - July 2014
CP Ships April 2001 - November 2004
Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc 1991 - 2001
Sea-Land Service, Inc. 1985 - 1991
Skills
Inventory Management, Training, Forecasting, Pricing, Food & Beverage, Supply Chain, Budgets, Logistics, Warehousing, Management, Supply Chain Management, Team Building, Purchasing, Alcoholic Beverages, P&L Management, Operations Management, Leadership, Procurement, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Business Development, Project Planning, Business Strategy, Strategy, Human Resources, Transportation..., Logistics Management, Process Improvement
Education
Florida Atlantic University
BS, Education / Science
SUNY Cobleskill
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), SLT - Biology
Firehouse Subs August 2011 - Present
Fosters Wine Estates February 2006 - July 2011
Empire Distributors Inc March 2003 - February 2006
Buckhead Life Restaurant Group 1999 - 2000
Skills
Wine, Alcoholic Beverages, Restaurants, Sales, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Restaurant Management, Income Statement, Food Service, Profit, P&L, Franchising, Retail, P&L Management, Food, Inventory Management
Education
Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business 2008 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business 1996 — 1998
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing & MIS
Shiplify April 2015 - Present
Textile Group Inc. March 2014 - November 2014
Empire Distributors, Inc. July 2002 - September 2013
SunTrust Bank July 1995 - July 2002
Skills
Sales Operations, Sales, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Account Management, Management, Logistics, Leadership, Negotiation, Team Building, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Strategy, Budgets
Education
University of Alabama 1989 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance, General
Tricana Imports August 2013 - Present
Aquaclean Systems of Atlanta, Inc. February 2013 - July 2013
Empire Distributors, Inc March 2005 - February 2013
E & J Gallo Winery March 2002 - February 2005
Interland, Inc January 2000 - March 2002
Skills
Sales, Leadership, Wine, Wine Tasting, Customer Service, Training, Management, Restaurants, Program Management, Alcoholic Beverages, Start-ups, Beer, Food Pairing, Beverage Industry, Event Management, Wineries, Sales Management, Wine & Spirits Industry, Marketing
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1994 — 1998
BA Public Relations, Journalism & Mass Communications
Empire Distributors, Inc. February 2015 - Present
American Sommelier Association August 2013 - June 2014
Flight 151 February 2009 - November 2011
Wall Street Services July 2007 - March 2008
Josie Woods June 2003 - September 2006
AT2U.S. Navy December 1998 - December 2002
Skills
Management, Human Resources, Research, Training, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Manuscript Development, Line Editing, Blogging, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Sales, Wine
Education
City University of New York City College 2004 — 2007
BA, Psychology
Northeastern University 1997 — 1998
The Fieldston School 1984 — 1997
High School Diploma
Americold Logistics, LLC. July 2014 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 2013 - July 2014
Siemens November 2010 - March 2013
Pegasystems November 2009 - October 2010
Dr Pepper Snapple Group November 2008 - July 2009
Yash Technologies May 2007 - October 2008
Satyam Computer Services Ltd., 2004 - 2007
Satyam 2004 - 2006
Education
University of Pune 1995 — 1997
MBA, Finance
Delhi University
Insperity January 2015 - September 2015
Empire Distributors, Inc. March 2007 - December 2014
Iron Mountain 2003 - 2006
Skills
Account Management, Sales, Salesforce.com, Management, Sales Process, Customer Service, Sales Management, New Business Development, Sales Operations, Team Building, Direct Sales, Process Improvement, Cold Calling, CRM, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, B2B, Solution Selling, Business Development, Operations Management
Education
Georgia State University 1992 — 1994
Business Administration and Management, General
Redan High School 1989 — 1992
Quality Wine & Spirits July 2013 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc February 2004 - June 2013
Star Provisions 2000 - 2004
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Restaurants, Distributors, Key Account Development, Food, Food & Beverage, Pricing, Sales, Brand Management, Hospitality, Restaurant Management, Marketing, Retail, Menu Development, Market Planning, Sales Management, Food Pairing, Beverage Industry, Wineries, Champagne, Wine & Spirits Industry, Fine Dining, Culinary Skills, Food Service, Wine Lists, Brand Development
Education
Culinary Institute of America 1989 — 1990
Associate's degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training
The University of Georgia 1985 — 1988
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 2005 - Present
Skills
Alcoholic Beverages, Wine, Restaurant Management, Key Account Development, Wine Tasting, Wine & Spirits Industry, Wineries, Beer, Distributors, Winemaking, Beverage Industry, National Accounts, IRI, Food & Beverage
Education
Kennesaw State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
DeKalb Convention & Visitors Bureau January 2012 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 1995 - September 2011
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 1992 - April 1995
Skills
Project Management, Fundraising, Sales Operations, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Leadership Development, New Business Development, Networking, Operations Management, Delegation, Meeting objectives, Sales Management, Team Building, Leadership, Management, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Operating Budgets, Coaching, Training, Nonprofits, Marketing, Retail, Brand Development, Event Management, Hospitality, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Trade Shows, Direct Sales, Public Relations, CRM, Marketing Communications, Market Planning, Cold Calling, Pricing, Advertising, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management, Sales Presentations, Social Networking, Business Development, B2B, Merchandising, Beverage Industry, Alcoholic Beverages, Key Account Development, Selling, Sales
Education
Georgia State University
BBA, Business Management
Farmers Insurance November 2012 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 2001 - October 2012
Skills
Sales Operations, Sales Management, Inventory Management, Sales, Wine Tasting, Wine, Customer Service, Account Management, Negotiation, Food, Cold Calling, Leadership Development, Operations Management, Budgets, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Management, Team Building, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Insurance, Marketing, Pricing
Education
South Carolina State University 1981 — 1985
B.S., Criminal Justice
Empire Distributors of NC Inc. November 2006 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. November 1995 - November 2006
Skills
Sales Management, Direct Sales, Sales Operations, Account Management, Sales, Merchandising
Education
North Carolina State University 1990 — 1994
BA
Gulfport HS 1988 — 1990
Brandywine High School 1987 — 1988
YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne August 2013 - July 2014
Pier 1 Imports May 2011 - July 2012
Magical Fires of Polynesia January 2000 - August 2011
Empire Distributors, Inc. May 2010 - February 2011
Johnson Brothers Liquor Co. January 2009 - May 2010
National American Miss Pageants May 2005 - December 2008
Follett Higher Education Group December 2007 - May 2008
GRIP Promotions, Inc. August 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Spanish, Leadership, Nutrition, Research, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Sales Management, Customer Service, Retail, Event Planning, Sales, Social Networking, Facebook, Marketing, Time Management, Advertising, Public Relations, Event Management, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Strategy, Fundraising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Management, Inventory Management, Marketing Communications, Healthcare, Blogging, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Editing, Account Management, Merchandising, Sales Operations, Market Research, Creative Writing, Teaching, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Nonprofits, WordPress, Administrative..., Higher Education, Email Marketing
Education
Keiser University-Tampa 2011 — 2013
Associates in Nursing
The University of Georgia 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Journalism, Bachelor of Arts (Spanish), Bachelor of Arts in Journalism (Telecommunication Arts)
Empire Distributors, Inc. December 2014 - Present
L-3 Communications September 2013 - December 2014
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention June 2013 - September 2013
Lodestone Management Consultants December 2012 - May 2013
L-3 Communications September 2012 - December 2012
UCB Pharma January 2011 - April 2012
Centers for Disease Control - Atlanta, GA June 2010 - December 2010
Lockheed Martin August 2006 - June 2010
Pirelli Tyres August 2005 - August 2006
Defense Logistics Agency 2005 - 2005
Skills
SAP BW, SAP R/3, Data Migration, SAP, ABAP, SD, Business Objects, Business Intelligence, ERP, SAP BI, Testing, Materials Management, Oracle, Requirements Analysis, SAP Implementation, SAP ERP
Education
Georgia College and State University 1991 — 1992
MBA
Auburn University 1983 — 1988
BSBA, Management
Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 2003 - 2008
Integrity Pharmaceutical, Inc. 2000 - 2003
Schering Oncology/Biotech 1999 - 2000
Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical, Inc 1990 - 1999
Clairol, Inc 1987 - 1990
Empire Distributors, Inc. 1986 - 1987
Education
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 1983 — 1986
B.S., Business Admn., Marketing (concentration)
Florida State University 1980 — 1982
AA, General Studies
Solstice Mobile October 2012 - Present
Hei Tech Services, INC September 2009 - September 2010
Royal Trading INC January 2008 - September 2009
Empire Distributors, INC December 2005 - October 2007
Skills
Functional Testing, Integration Testing, Regression Testing, Performance Testing, Microsoft Office, SQL, Defect Tracking, Quality Assurance, Non-functional Testing, Testing, Exploratory Testing, Defect Logging, Smoke Testing, Test Execution, User Acceptance Testing, Defect Management, Troubleshooting, Mobile Testing, System Integration..., Defect Life Cycle, Agile Testing, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Real Estate Transactions, Contract Negotiation, Lease Negotiations, Test Planning, Integration
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design and Photo/Film/Video and Electronic Media
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 2014 - Present
Johnson Brothers Liquor Company June 2011 - February 2014
Creative Management Group (CMG) January 2009 - May 2011
Hawaiian Tropic, Tanning Research Laboratories LLC January 2008 - September 2010
Skills
Sales, Promotions, Event Management, Marketing, Retail, Time Management, Product Development, Customer Service, Brand Management, Account Management, Merchandising, Trade Shows, Key Account Development, Sales Presentations, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Pricing, Inventory Management, B2B, Key Account Management, Brand Awareness, Sales Management, Market Research, Teamwork
Education
Catawba College 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication and Media Studies
East Carolina University 2004 — 2008
Theatre Arts, Design, Sports Broadcasting Studies
Foxcroft Wine Co. September 2004 - Present
Sante Wine Distributors January 2000 - August 2004
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 1999 - December 1999
Skills
Small Business, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Music Industry, Music Production, Food & Beverage, Specialty Retail, Musicians, Wine, Brand Development, Sales, Marketing, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Networking, Retail, Customer Service
Education
East Carolina University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Berklee College of Music 1978 — 1979
Bachelor's degree, Music Theory and Composition
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines June 2013 - Present
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines March 2006 - May 2013
Empire Distributors Inc March 2005 - March 2006
Empire Distributors Inc January 2003 - March 2005
Various Restaurants 1993 - 2003
Skills
Wine, Beer, Wine Tasting, Food & Beverage, Food, Beverage Industry, Alcoholic Beverages, Sales, Food Pairing, Wineries, Pricing, Hospitality, Restaurants, Key Account Development, Inventory Management
Education
Appalachian State University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
Banfi Vintners January 2014 - Present
Banfi Vintners October 2011 - January 2014
Premier Beverage Company January 2011 - September 2011
Premier Beverage September 2009 - January 2011
Premier Beverage Company May 2008 - September 2009
Empire Distributors, Inc. May 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Beverage Industry, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine, Wine Tasting, Beer, Wineries, Wine & Spirits Industry, IRI, Key Account Development, Food Pairing, Distributors, Pricing, Brand Management, Consumer Products, Trade Marketing, Distributed Team..., Sales Management, Nielsen, Territory Management, Customer Insight, Sales Process
Education
Georgia State University
B.A, Business Administration; Marketing
Georgia State University 2001 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Empire Distributors, Inc. April 2015 - Present
Cambridge Management Inc., Pinewood Apartments September 2014 - April 2015
Ross Financial Services, Pinewood Apartments July 2012 - August 2014
Pinewood Apartments October 2011 - June 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Marketing, Account Management, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Sales Management, Event Planning, Advertising, Microsoft Word, Property Management, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Budgets, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Real Estate, Selling, Management, Leadership
Education
The University of Georgia 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Housing with Emphasis in Residential Property Management
The University of Georgia 2000 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Consumer Economics
Emergent BioSolutions September 2013 - Present
PricewaterhouseCoopers August 2009 - September 2013
Empire Distributors, Inc. May 2004 - August 2009
Skills
US GAAP, Auditing, Financial Reporting, GAAP, Internal Controls, Accounting, SEC filings, Financial Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Assurance, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, General Ledger, Financial Audits, Sarbanes-Oxley, External Audit, Fixed Assets, Financial Modeling, Customer Service, Tax
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Kenan-Flagler Business School 2006 — 2008
MBA
North Carolina State University - College of Management 2008 — 2009
MA, Accounting
North Carolina State University 1997 — 2001
BA, Communication
Empire Distributors, Inc. March 2013 - Present
Infor August 2012 - March 2013
Infor December 2010 - August 2012
Infor June 2010 - December 2010
Chick-fil-A December 2005 - January 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Account Management, Integration Software, Technology Software, Sales, Microsoft Office, Salesforce.com, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Marketing, Customer-facing, Verbal & Written..., Photographers, Inventory Management, Leadership, Solution Selling, Business Analysis, Enterprise Software, SaaS, Business Process, Time Management, Project Management, Business Development, Sales Management, ERP
Education
Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Georgia Perimeter College 2006 — 2008
Associate's degree
NONE October 2010 - October 2010
Empire Distributors, Inc. March 2006 - October 2009
Education
San Antonio College
N/A, Computer Programmer
Cardinal Financial Company, Limited Partnership August 2015 - Present
Big C Wines January 2015 - July 2015
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 2014 - August 2014
10 Park Lanes February 2012 - January 2014
BlackFinn American Saloon August 2011 - March 2012
Dantes Pizza and Subs August 2006 - May 2011
Furniture Accents April 2009 - September 2009
Hickory Orthopaedic Center January 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Research, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Healthcare, Teamwork, English, Data Entry, Photoshop, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Sales, Event Management, Hospitality, Facebook, Time Management, Public Relations, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Advertising, Account Management
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 2008 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Social Problems & Policy Concentration; Public Health Minor
Lenoir-Rhyne University 2007 — 2008
College Credits, Advanced Math Courses
Hickory High School 2004 — 2008
High School Diploma, Regular/General High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Empire Distributors, Inc. October 2014 - Present
Luigi's Italian Restaurant and Bar October 2013 - October 2014
Education
Society of Wine Educators
Certified Wine Specialist
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
VKV Inc, Tolmans Wholesale February 2014 - Present
Westwood Ranch, LLC January 2012 - Present
Jim White Millwork March 1996 - June 2010
Jim White Millwork March 1996 - June 2010
Jim White Millwork March 1996 - June 2010
Jim White Millwork March 1996 - June 2010
WHITE MILLWORK, LLC January 1996 - June 2010
EMPIRE DISTRIBUTORS, INC January 1988 - January 1996
Skills
Logistics, Management, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing, Purchasing, Inventory Control, Shipping, Forecasting, Analysis
Education
Grand Rapids Community College
Associate of Arts
Madrona Specialty Foods October 2014 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 2014 - September 2014
Tizzerts Inc April 2013 - April 2014
Convergence Marketing March 2013 - October 2013
Madrona Specialty Food November 2011 - May 2013
Sonic Drive-In April 2007 - December 2007
Levy Restaurants September 2005 - March 2007
Burger King Corporation March 2005 - September 2005
Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc. January 2004 - March 2005
McDonald's Corporation June 2003 - January 2004
Skills
Leadership, Customer Service, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Retail, Social Networking, Sales, Promoting solutions, Janitorial, ServSafe Alcohol..., ServSafe, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Cooking, Entrepreneurship, Mechandiser, Business Networking, Public Speaking, Volunteering, Music Education, Barbering, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Money Management, Detail Oriented, Time Management, Time & Attendance, Time Matters, Foreclosures, Trend Forecasting, Nonprofits, Networking, Positive Behavior..., Positive Work..., Positive Employee..., Strategic Brand..., Positive Youth..., Positive Discipline, Leading Positive Change, Positive Coaching, Positive Pay, Spreadsheets, CEO Succession, Warehousing
Education
New Life Theological Seminary
Supreme Management Group May 2014 - Present
Empire Distributors, Inc. October 2012 - May 2014
Forbes Cabinet Company February 2012 - October 2012
Schwan's Food Service June 2011 - February 2012
Patterson & Wilder Construction Co., Inc. January 2007 - June 2011
Johnston Ambulance Service (JAS) February 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Sales, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Heavy Lifting, Truck Driving, Sandblasting, Protective Coatings, Mechanical Inspection, Ambulatory Care, Pipeline Construction, Construction Safety
Education
Coastal Carolina Community College 2006 — 2006
EMT-Basic, Emergency Medicine
James Sprunt Community College 2005 — 2005
General Education
East Duplin High School 2001 — 2005
High School
GloryBee March 2012 - Present
Columbia Distributing September 2007 - October 2008
Empire Distributors, Inc. January 2000 - September 2007
Education
Santa Rosa Junior College