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Kobrand Corporation Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Becky McNulty Becky McNulty's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 2011 - March 2014
Job NJ State Manager at Pasternak Wine Imports
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Pasternak Wine Imports March 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation June 2011 - March 2014
Frederick Wildman & Sons September 2009 - May 2011
Education
Wine & Spirit Education Trust 1998 — 2000
Diploma with Honors
Trinity College-Hartford 1992 — 1994
Master's Degree, Economics
Kenyon College 1984 — 1988
Bachelor's Degree, Economics and Sociology, Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa
Pasternak Wine Imports March 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation June 2011 - March 2014
Frederick Wildman & Sons September 2009 - May 2011
Education
Wine & Spirit Education Trust 1998 — 2000
Diploma with Honors
Trinity College-Hartford 1992 — 1994
Master's Degree, Economics
Kenyon College 1984 — 1988
Bachelor's Degree, Economics and Sociology, Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa
Richard Groves Richard Groves's Kobrand Corporation Experience May 1994 - October 1997
Job Florida Manager, CORVO, DUCA DI SALAPARUTA WINES
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Corvo, Duca di Salaparuta, USA June 2015 - Present
TESTA WINES OF THE WORLD April 2014 - June 2015
Boisset Family Estates June 2007 - April 2014
Trans Atlantic(SWS) January 2002 - June 2007
Multicarte June 2000 - July 2002
La Gioiosa USA June 1998 - June 2000
Chandon Estates January 1997 - June 1998
Kobrand Corporation May 1994 - October 1997
Premier Beverage Company March 1984 - April 1994
Skills
Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Negotiation, Sales Management, Event Management, Outlook, Social Media, Research, Marketing Strategy, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine Tasting, Wine, Wineries, Sales, Marketing, Food, Beverage Industry
Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick 1979 — 1980
Palm Beach Community College 1978 — 1979
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Banking and Financial Support Services
Corvo, Duca di Salaparuta, USA June 2015 - Present
TESTA WINES OF THE WORLD April 2014 - June 2015
Boisset Family Estates June 2007 - April 2014
Trans Atlantic(SWS) January 2002 - June 2007
Multicarte June 2000 - July 2002
La Gioiosa USA June 1998 - June 2000
Chandon Estates January 1997 - June 1998
Kobrand Corporation May 1994 - October 1997
Premier Beverage Company March 1984 - April 1994
Skills
Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Negotiation, Sales Management, Event Management, Outlook, Social Media, Research, Marketing Strategy, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine Tasting, Wine, Wineries, Sales, Marketing, Food, Beverage Industry
Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick 1979 — 1980
Palm Beach Community College 1978 — 1979
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Banking and Financial Support Services
Lindsay Gonzalez Lindsay Gonzalez's Kobrand Corporation Experience October 2009 - November 2010
Job Associate Director, Interactive Marketing
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
XL Marketing November 2010 - Present
Kobrand Corporation October 2009 - November 2010
Experimental Printmaking Institute January 2006 - May 2009
Lafayette College Art Department January 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, SEO, Facebook, Interactive Marketing, Costumer Acquisition, Lead Generation, Affiliate Marketing, Display Marketing, Education Marketing, Product Development, Project Management, Marketing, Social Media
Education
Lafayette College 2005 — 2009
BA, English (Theater), Studio Art
XL Marketing November 2010 - Present
Kobrand Corporation October 2009 - November 2010
Experimental Printmaking Institute January 2006 - May 2009
Lafayette College Art Department January 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, SEO, Facebook, Interactive Marketing, Costumer Acquisition, Lead Generation, Affiliate Marketing, Display Marketing, Education Marketing, Product Development, Project Management, Marketing, Social Media
Education
Lafayette College 2005 — 2009
BA, English (Theater), Studio Art
Emily T. Fox Emily T. Fox's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2007 - April 2008
Job OnPremise Specialist Baroness Wines
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Self Employed 2009 - 2015
WInesellers Ltd June 2008 - June 2009
Kobrand Corporation January 2007 - April 2008
Kobrand Corporation June 2004 - January 2007
National Distributing Company January 1999 - May 2004
Skills
Fine Art, Galleries, Contemporary Art, Speakers, Art, Visual, Fashion, Lifestyle, Special Events, Styling, Brochures, Publishing, Wellness, Magazines, Event Management, Public Speaking, Blogging, Sales, Wine, Brand Development, Beer, Adobe Creative Suite, Restaurants, Visual Basic, Marketing, Wine Tasting, Brand Management, Food, Winemaking, Food & Beverage, Graphic Design, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Social Media, Trade Shows, Alcoholic Beverages, Advertising, Public Relations, Photography, Merchandising, Event Planning, Menu Development, Market Planning, Marketing Communications, Key Account Development
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1980 — 1983
BFA, FINE ART/ART HISTORY
Fort Lewis College 1977 — 1980
ART
Deerfield High School 1972 — 1976
Graduate, general
Art Institute of Colorado
Communication Technology, Desktop Publishing, Marketing
Court of the Masters Sommelier
Sommelier certificate
Society of Wine Educators
C.S.W. Certified Specialist of Wine
Self Employed 2009 - 2015
WInesellers Ltd June 2008 - June 2009
Kobrand Corporation January 2007 - April 2008
Kobrand Corporation June 2004 - January 2007
National Distributing Company January 1999 - May 2004
Skills
Fine Art, Galleries, Contemporary Art, Speakers, Art, Visual, Fashion, Lifestyle, Special Events, Styling, Brochures, Publishing, Wellness, Magazines, Event Management, Public Speaking, Blogging, Sales, Wine, Brand Development, Beer, Adobe Creative Suite, Restaurants, Visual Basic, Marketing, Wine Tasting, Brand Management, Food, Winemaking, Food & Beverage, Graphic Design, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Social Media, Trade Shows, Alcoholic Beverages, Advertising, Public Relations, Photography, Merchandising, Event Planning, Menu Development, Market Planning, Marketing Communications, Key Account Development
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1980 — 1983
BFA, FINE ART/ART HISTORY
Fort Lewis College 1977 — 1980
ART
Deerfield High School 1972 — 1976
Graduate, general
Art Institute of Colorado
Communication Technology, Desktop Publishing, Marketing
Court of the Masters Sommelier
Sommelier certificate
Society of Wine Educators
C.S.W. Certified Specialist of Wine
Barrett Hamilton, CSW Barrett Hamilton, CSW's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2014 - Present
Job State Manager for Kobrand Wine and Spirits
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation August 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation September 2011 - August 2014
Skills
Wine Sales, Wine, Wine Tasting, Wine Knowledge, Food Pairing, Restaurants, Wineries, Customer Service, Distributors, Marketing Strategy, Process Scheduler, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Pricing, National Accounts, Retail, Sales Management, Inventory Management, Key Account Management, P, Wine Lists, New Business Development, New Restaurant Openings, Food Service, Bartending, Catering, Hiring, Pricing Strategy, Culinary Skills, Sommelier, Hospitality Industry, Public Speaking
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 2005 — 2010
Middlebury College 2006 — 2006
Middlebury College Summer Language School, German Language and Literature
Phillips Academy, Andover 1995 — 1999
High School
Kobrand Corporation August 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation September 2011 - August 2014
Skills
Wine Sales, Wine, Wine Tasting, Wine Knowledge, Food Pairing, Restaurants, Wineries, Customer Service, Distributors, Marketing Strategy, Process Scheduler, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Pricing, National Accounts, Retail, Sales Management, Inventory Management, Key Account Management, P, Wine Lists, New Business Development, New Restaurant Openings, Food Service, Bartending, Catering, Hiring, Pricing Strategy, Culinary Skills, Sommelier, Hospitality Industry, Public Speaking
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 2005 — 2010
Middlebury College 2006 — 2006
Middlebury College Summer Language School, German Language and Literature
Phillips Academy, Andover 1995 — 1999
High School
Rob Harp Rob Harp's Kobrand Corporation Experience December 2012 - June 2014
Job Central Division Manager at VINTUS
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
VINTUS July 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation December 2012 - June 2014
Kobrand Corporation January 2006 - December 2012
Kobrand Corporation January 2002 - December 2005
Kobrand Corporation October 2001 - December 2001
Terlato Wines International June 2000 - June 2001
Rutherford Hill Winery March 1999 - June 2000
Republic National Distributing Company October 1996 - March 1999
Skills
Wine, Sales Management, Market Pricing, Programming, Account Management, Building Relationships, Spirits, Wine & Spirits Industry, Wine Education, Alcoholic Beverages, Champagne, Brand Management, Beverage Industry, Pricing, Wineries, Distributors, Event Management, Key Account Management, Pricing Strategy, Retail, Merchandising, Trade Marketing, Brand Development, Marketing, Wine Tasting, Food, Sales Operations, Sales, Winemaking, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Food Pairing, IRI, National Accounts, Market Planning, Key Account Development, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Sales Presentations, Forecasting, Hospitality, Direct Sales
Education
Society of Wine Educators 2003 — 2003
C.S.W. (Certified Specialist of Wine), A high standard of academic wine knowledge and the mastery of key elements within the world of wine
Texas A&M University 1991 — 1995
BBA, Management
Kobrand Burgundy Ambassador Program 2003 — 2012
VINTUS July 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation December 2012 - June 2014
Kobrand Corporation January 2006 - December 2012
Kobrand Corporation January 2002 - December 2005
Kobrand Corporation October 2001 - December 2001
Terlato Wines International June 2000 - June 2001
Rutherford Hill Winery March 1999 - June 2000
Republic National Distributing Company October 1996 - March 1999
Skills
Wine, Sales Management, Market Pricing, Programming, Account Management, Building Relationships, Spirits, Wine & Spirits Industry, Wine Education, Alcoholic Beverages, Champagne, Brand Management, Beverage Industry, Pricing, Wineries, Distributors, Event Management, Key Account Management, Pricing Strategy, Retail, Merchandising, Trade Marketing, Brand Development, Marketing, Wine Tasting, Food, Sales Operations, Sales, Winemaking, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Food Pairing, IRI, National Accounts, Market Planning, Key Account Development, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Sales Presentations, Forecasting, Hospitality, Direct Sales
Education
Society of Wine Educators 2003 — 2003
C.S.W. (Certified Specialist of Wine), A high standard of academic wine knowledge and the mastery of key elements within the world of wine
Texas A&M University 1991 — 1995
BBA, Management
Kobrand Burgundy Ambassador Program 2003 — 2012
Phyllis (Nishimoto) Horner Phyllis (Nishimoto) Horner's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2004 - Present
Job Hawaii State Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation August 2004 - Present
Advance Marketing Hawaii January 2000 - August 2004
Patients in Transition September 1987 - November 1998
Skills
Wine & Spirits Industry, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Sales Presentations, Budget Management, Pricing Strategy, Distributor Managment, Public Speaking, Wine and Food Pairings, Food & Beverage, New Business Development, Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Windows, Outlook, Photoshop, Budgets
Education
Hawaii Pacific University 1997 — 2000
Associate of Science (AS), Marketing
Hawaii Pacific University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Kobrand Corporation August 2004 - Present
Advance Marketing Hawaii January 2000 - August 2004
Patients in Transition September 1987 - November 1998
Skills
Wine & Spirits Industry, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Sales Presentations, Budget Management, Pricing Strategy, Distributor Managment, Public Speaking, Wine and Food Pairings, Food & Beverage, New Business Development, Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Windows, Outlook, Photoshop, Budgets
Education
Hawaii Pacific University 1997 — 2000
Associate of Science (AS), Marketing
Hawaii Pacific University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Jeffrey Burdge Jeffrey Burdge's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 2012 - February 2014
Job Director of Chains Mid Atlantic, North East Regions Fetzer Vineyards
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation June 2012 - February 2014
Opici Wines December 2004 - June 2012
Opici Wines 2010 - 2011
Premier Beverage Company 1992 - 1994
Premier Beverage Company 1992 - 1994
Skills
Wine & Spirits Industry, Catagory Management, Key Account Management, Chain Account Management, Sales Management, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Sales Presentations, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Pricing, Retail, Sales, Marketing, Brand Management, Management, Account Management, Strategy, Leadership, Key Account Development, Alcoholic Beverages
Education
The University of Alabama
Bachelor's of Science
Harding University
Kobrand Corporation June 2012 - February 2014
Opici Wines December 2004 - June 2012
Opici Wines 2010 - 2011
Premier Beverage Company 1992 - 1994
Premier Beverage Company 1992 - 1994
Skills
Wine & Spirits Industry, Catagory Management, Key Account Management, Chain Account Management, Sales Management, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Sales Presentations, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Pricing, Retail, Sales, Marketing, Brand Management, Management, Account Management, Strategy, Leadership, Key Account Development, Alcoholic Beverages
Education
The University of Alabama
Bachelor's of Science
Harding University
Captain PATRICK GALLINA Captain PATRICK GALLINA's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2000 - December 2001
Job Captain @ Sea Excursions USA
Industry Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Experience
Educator 2002 - 2013
Sea Excursions USA March 2009 - 2012
National University 2003 - 2012
Kobrand Corporation January 2000 - December 2001
E. & J. Gallo Winery 1998 - 2000
Skills
Sales, Management, Sales Operations, Nonprofits, Brand Management, Sports, Leadership Development, Staff Development, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Instructional Design, Leadership
Education
Orange County Department of Education- OCDE 2010 — 2011
Education Administrative Credential, Educational Leadership and Administration, General, Secondary
National University 2003 — 2004
Licensed Teaching Credential, Education, Secondary
University of Redlands 2001 — 2003
MBA, Business Administration
Northwood University 1988 — 1998
BBA, Management
North Farmington High School 1982 — 1986
Educator 2002 - 2013
Sea Excursions USA March 2009 - 2012
National University 2003 - 2012
Kobrand Corporation January 2000 - December 2001
E. & J. Gallo Winery 1998 - 2000
Skills
Sales, Management, Sales Operations, Nonprofits, Brand Management, Sports, Leadership Development, Staff Development, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Instructional Design, Leadership
Education
Orange County Department of Education- OCDE 2010 — 2011
Education Administrative Credential, Educational Leadership and Administration, General, Secondary
National University 2003 — 2004
Licensed Teaching Credential, Education, Secondary
University of Redlands 2001 — 2003
MBA, Business Administration
Northwood University 1988 — 1998
BBA, Management
North Farmington High School 1982 — 1986
erin draper erin draper's Kobrand Corporation Experience July 2015 - Present
Job Area Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation July 2015 - Present
Kobrand Corporation June 2013 - Present
Wine DOC November 2010 - May 2013
Spiaggia June 2007 - October 2010
Skills
Wineries, Marketing, Food & Beverage, Food Pairing, Champagne, italian wine, Strategic Planning, Winemaking, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Sales Management, Sales Presentations, New Media Strategy, Public Relations, Expense Budget..., Expense Reports, Italian languages
Education
Northwestern University 2012 — 2013
Post-Baccalaureate, Strategic Marketing, 4.0
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Drama
Kobrand Corporation July 2015 - Present
Kobrand Corporation June 2013 - Present
Wine DOC November 2010 - May 2013
Spiaggia June 2007 - October 2010
Skills
Wineries, Marketing, Food & Beverage, Food Pairing, Champagne, italian wine, Strategic Planning, Winemaking, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Sales Management, Sales Presentations, New Media Strategy, Public Relations, Expense Budget..., Expense Reports, Italian languages
Education
Northwestern University 2012 — 2013
Post-Baccalaureate, Strategic Marketing, 4.0
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Drama
Daisy Mena Daisy Mena's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2000 - September 2009
Job Senior Compliance Coordinator at Proximo Spirits
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Proximo Spirits January 2010 - Present
Kobrand Corporation January 2000 - September 2009
SKF International 1993 - 1999
Skills
Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Inventory Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, SAP, Management, Outlook, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Analysis, Customer Service, Purchasing, Marketing, Merchandising, Retail, Pricing, Microsoft Office, Sales Management, Financial Reporting, Alcoholic Beverages, Event Planning, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Negotiation, Account Management, Accounting, Event Management, Employee Relations
Education
Baruch College 1991 — 1994
Katherine Gibbs School 1998 — 2000
Office Management
Proximo Spirits January 2010 - Present
Kobrand Corporation January 2000 - September 2009
SKF International 1993 - 1999
Skills
Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Inventory Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, SAP, Management, Outlook, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Analysis, Customer Service, Purchasing, Marketing, Merchandising, Retail, Pricing, Microsoft Office, Sales Management, Financial Reporting, Alcoholic Beverages, Event Planning, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Negotiation, Account Management, Accounting, Event Management, Employee Relations
Education
Baruch College 1991 — 1994
Katherine Gibbs School 1998 — 2000
Office Management
Todd Hedgpeth Todd Hedgpeth's Kobrand Corporation Experience March 2010 - May 2012
Job Western Regional Sales Mngr at Whitehall Lane Winery & Vineyards
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Whitehall Lane winery & Vineyards June 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation March 2010 - May 2012
Gallo Sales Company January 2005 - April 2010
Skills
Alcoholic Beverages, Management, Wineries, Wine, Sales, Key Account Development, Wine Tasting, Beer, Winemaking, Pricing
Education
San Francisco State University 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Sociology
Whitehall Lane winery & Vineyards June 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation March 2010 - May 2012
Gallo Sales Company January 2005 - April 2010
Skills
Alcoholic Beverages, Management, Wineries, Wine, Sales, Key Account Development, Wine Tasting, Beer, Winemaking, Pricing
Education
San Francisco State University 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Sociology
Mitchell Green Mitchell Green's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Brand Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Kobrand Corporation January 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation January 2012 - December 2013
Eder Brothers Inc August 2009 - January 2012
Eder Brothers Inc December 2006 - August 2009
Skills
Wine, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine Tasting, Beverage Industry, Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Food & Beverage, Champagne, Wine Education, Wine Marketing, Wine Sales, Spirits, Strategic Planning, Online Marketing, Luxury Goods, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Luxury Brand Marketing, Lifestyle Marketing, Brand Development, Management, Event Management, Social Media, Customer Insight, Sales, Event Planning, Hospitality, Market Planning
Education
Cornell University
Bachelor’s Degree, School of Hotel Administration Class of 2007 - Marketing/Beverage Management
Kobrand Corporation January 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation January 2012 - December 2013
Eder Brothers Inc August 2009 - January 2012
Eder Brothers Inc December 2006 - August 2009
Skills
Wine, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine Tasting, Beverage Industry, Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Food & Beverage, Champagne, Wine Education, Wine Marketing, Wine Sales, Spirits, Strategic Planning, Online Marketing, Luxury Goods, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Luxury Brand Marketing, Lifestyle Marketing, Brand Development, Management, Event Management, Social Media, Customer Insight, Sales, Event Planning, Hospitality, Market Planning
Education
Cornell University
Bachelor’s Degree, School of Hotel Administration Class of 2007 - Marketing/Beverage Management
Dan Greco Dan Greco's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2010 - May 2011
Job Analyst II at Mirum Agency
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Digital Operative Inc. July 2013 - January 2015
Pure Focus October 2012 - June 2013
TriplePulse October 2012 - January 2013
Capital Market Advisors LLC September 2011 - September 2012
PepsiCo June 2011 - September 2011
Kobrand Corporation August 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Google Analytics, Start-ups, Google Tag Manager, Forward Thinking, Creative Direction, Digital Marketing, Business Design, Pitching Ideas, Branding & Identity, SEO, Copywriting, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Google Adwords, PowerPoint, E-commerce, SEM, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, WordPress, Google Webmaster Tools
Education
Marist College 2006 — 2010
BS, Finance and Economics, GPA 3.5
Digital Operative Inc. July 2013 - January 2015
Pure Focus October 2012 - June 2013
TriplePulse October 2012 - January 2013
Capital Market Advisors LLC September 2011 - September 2012
PepsiCo June 2011 - September 2011
Kobrand Corporation August 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Google Analytics, Start-ups, Google Tag Manager, Forward Thinking, Creative Direction, Digital Marketing, Business Design, Pitching Ideas, Branding & Identity, SEO, Copywriting, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Google Adwords, PowerPoint, E-commerce, SEM, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, WordPress, Google Webmaster Tools
Education
Marist College 2006 — 2010
BS, Finance and Economics, GPA 3.5
Cindy Wolf, CSW's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2004 - October 2010
Job Sommeliere, Inn at Ship Bay
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Inn at Ship Bay February 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation August 2004 - October 2010
LBV April 2002 - August 2004
Cordier's Wines March 2001 - April 2002
Larry's Markets March 1999 - March 2001
Skills
Wine, Marketing, Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Wineries, Food Pairing, Beer, Winemaking, Food, Food & Beverage, Key Account Development, Sales Management, Merchandising, Event Management, Restaurants, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Retail, Pricing
Education
Occidental College 1985 — 1989
BA, Comparative Religion
Inn at Ship Bay February 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation August 2004 - October 2010
LBV April 2002 - August 2004
Cordier's Wines March 2001 - April 2002
Larry's Markets March 1999 - March 2001
Skills
Wine, Marketing, Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Wineries, Food Pairing, Beer, Winemaking, Food, Food & Beverage, Key Account Development, Sales Management, Merchandising, Event Management, Restaurants, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Retail, Pricing
Education
Occidental College 1985 — 1989
BA, Comparative Religion
Rachel Roszmann Rachel Roszmann's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2001 - November 2002
Job Digital Content Editor at LTD Commodities
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
LTD Commodities February 2014 - Present
Home Baking Magazine December 2013 - February 2015
ABC7 News Chicago August 2005 - August 2008
Meredith Corp - KVVU Fox5 March 2003 - June 2005
Kobrand Corporation August 2001 - November 2002
Bombo Sports and Entertainment May 2000 - August 2001
Court TV June 1998 - May 2000
Skills
Cooking, Food Service, Culinary Skills, Food Safety, Editing, Social Media, Writing, Press Releases, New Media, Storytelling, Video, Marketing, AP Style, Broadcast, Publications, Social Networking, Photography, Media Relations, Blogging, Social Media Marketing
Education
Kendall College 2008 — 2009
Professional Cookery
Clemson University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, International Trade
LTD Commodities February 2014 - Present
Home Baking Magazine December 2013 - February 2015
ABC7 News Chicago August 2005 - August 2008
Meredith Corp - KVVU Fox5 March 2003 - June 2005
Kobrand Corporation August 2001 - November 2002
Bombo Sports and Entertainment May 2000 - August 2001
Court TV June 1998 - May 2000
Skills
Cooking, Food Service, Culinary Skills, Food Safety, Editing, Social Media, Writing, Press Releases, New Media, Storytelling, Video, Marketing, AP Style, Broadcast, Publications, Social Networking, Photography, Media Relations, Blogging, Social Media Marketing
Education
Kendall College 2008 — 2009
Professional Cookery
Clemson University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, International Trade
Robert Kiefer's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 1997 - December 2007
Job Web Developer at Tauck World Discovery
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Consultant September 2012 - February 2013
Ascension Health Information Services February 2008 - August 2012
Kobrand Corporation June 1997 - December 2007
Technical Solutions Partners, LLC August 1999 - September 2007
OutSecure, Inc. June 2004 - December 2006
Network Synergy August 1996 - June 1997
Pitney Bowes, Inc. June 1987 - August 1996
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, SharePoint, ASP.NET, .NET, IIS, Databases, C#, Software Development, XML, Visual Studio, Web Services, Visual Basic, SQL, Web Applications, Windows Server, JavaScript, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Software, CSS, AJAX, HTML 5, jQuery, T-SQL, SSIS, Database Design, SDLC, PL/SQL, HTML, Windows, Testing, Agile Methodologies, Software Project..., Requirements Analysis, Web Development, Powershell, VB.NET, CMS, TFS, Enterprise Architecture, Integration, Microsoft Exchange, Programming, Visio, LINQ, WCF, Systems Analysis, Agile Project Management, ColdFusion, Sitecore, TeamCity
Education
Polytechnic University (NY) 1987 — 1992
MS, Materials Science
Drexel University 1982 — 1987
BS, Materials Engineering
Consultant September 2012 - February 2013
Ascension Health Information Services February 2008 - August 2012
Kobrand Corporation June 1997 - December 2007
Technical Solutions Partners, LLC August 1999 - September 2007
OutSecure, Inc. June 2004 - December 2006
Network Synergy August 1996 - June 1997
Pitney Bowes, Inc. June 1987 - August 1996
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, SharePoint, ASP.NET, .NET, IIS, Databases, C#, Software Development, XML, Visual Studio, Web Services, Visual Basic, SQL, Web Applications, Windows Server, JavaScript, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Software, CSS, AJAX, HTML 5, jQuery, T-SQL, SSIS, Database Design, SDLC, PL/SQL, HTML, Windows, Testing, Agile Methodologies, Software Project..., Requirements Analysis, Web Development, Powershell, VB.NET, CMS, TFS, Enterprise Architecture, Integration, Microsoft Exchange, Programming, Visio, LINQ, WCF, Systems Analysis, Agile Project Management, ColdFusion, Sitecore, TeamCity
Education
Polytechnic University (NY) 1987 — 1992
MS, Materials Science
Drexel University 1982 — 1987
BS, Materials Engineering
Grant Bender Grant Bender's Kobrand Corporation Experience May 2004 - September 2015
Job Frank Family Vineyards, Napa
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Frank Family Vineyards September 2015 - Present
Kobrand Corporation May 2004 - September 2015
Chefs' Management LLC 2000 - 2006
Louis Glunz Wines, Inc. 1994 - 2000
Bryant Distributing Company June 1996 - December 1996
Ark Restaurants 1993 - 1994
Charlie Trotter's Restaurant-Chicago IL 1992 - 1993
Park Hyatt Chicago 1989 - 1990
Charlie Trotter's-Chicago, IL April 1988 - December 1988
Miller's Country House 1986 - 1987
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Food & Beverage, Wine, Sales Management, Food, Marketing, Alcoholic Beverages, Sales, Strategic Planning, Wine Tasting, Brand Management, Restaurants, Beverage Industry, Hospitality, Key Account Development, Event Management, Pricing, Market Planning, Customer Service, New Business Development, Food
Education
Cornell University 1990 — 1992
School of Hotel Administration
The Culinary Institute of America 1987 — 1989
Associate's Degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Dean's List
Frank Family Vineyards September 2015 - Present
Kobrand Corporation May 2004 - September 2015
Chefs' Management LLC 2000 - 2006
Louis Glunz Wines, Inc. 1994 - 2000
Bryant Distributing Company June 1996 - December 1996
Ark Restaurants 1993 - 1994
Charlie Trotter's Restaurant-Chicago IL 1992 - 1993
Park Hyatt Chicago 1989 - 1990
Charlie Trotter's-Chicago, IL April 1988 - December 1988
Miller's Country House 1986 - 1987
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Food & Beverage, Wine, Sales Management, Food, Marketing, Alcoholic Beverages, Sales, Strategic Planning, Wine Tasting, Brand Management, Restaurants, Beverage Industry, Hospitality, Key Account Development, Event Management, Pricing, Market Planning, Customer Service, New Business Development, Food
Education
Cornell University 1990 — 1992
School of Hotel Administration
The Culinary Institute of America 1987 — 1989
Associate's Degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Dean's List
Kimberly Mueller Kimberly Mueller's Kobrand Corporation Experience March 1989 - March 1997
Job Holistic Health/Life Coach
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
Naturally Nourished 2005 - Present
Premiere Plus Realty llc January 2010 - September 2012
John R. Wood Realtors January 2007 - January 2011
The Corcoran Group October 2000 - January 2010
Dolphin Quest March 1997 - April 1999
Kobrand Corporation March 1989 - March 1997
Skills
Negotiation, Sales, Leadership, Coaching, Public Relations, Social Networking, Business Development, Leadership Development, Real Estate, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking
Education
Institute for Integrative Nutrition 2004 — 2005
CHC, Nutrition
Boston College - Wallace E. Carroll Graduate School of Management 1987 — 1989
MBA, Finance & Marketing
Denison University 1979 — 1983
BS, Geology
Naturally Nourished 2005 - Present
Premiere Plus Realty llc January 2010 - September 2012
John R. Wood Realtors January 2007 - January 2011
The Corcoran Group October 2000 - January 2010
Dolphin Quest March 1997 - April 1999
Kobrand Corporation March 1989 - March 1997
Skills
Negotiation, Sales, Leadership, Coaching, Public Relations, Social Networking, Business Development, Leadership Development, Real Estate, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking
Education
Institute for Integrative Nutrition 2004 — 2005
CHC, Nutrition
Boston College - Wallace E. Carroll Graduate School of Management 1987 — 1989
MBA, Finance & Marketing
Denison University 1979 — 1983
BS, Geology
Kathrine Becker Kathrine Becker's Kobrand Corporation Experience February 2011 - September 2011
Job
Industry Executive Office
Experience
Chappuis Halder January 2013 - March 2015
Natixis CIB December 2011 - December 2012
Kobrand Corporation February 2011 - September 2011
Forbes Magazine March 2008 - September 2009
Avanti Restaurant Solutions June 2006 - February 2008
Lycée Jean de la Fontaine September 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Press Releases, Administrative..., Mac, Public Relations, French, Event Management, Creative Direction, Management, Interviews, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Art Direction, International Relations, Social Media, Public Speaking, French to English..., Curating, Marketing, Event Planning, Editing, Translation
Education
Université Paris-Sorbonne 2005 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, French
California State University-Sacramento 2004 — 2006
BA, French, Jazz Studies
Chappuis Halder January 2013 - March 2015
Natixis CIB December 2011 - December 2012
Kobrand Corporation February 2011 - September 2011
Forbes Magazine March 2008 - September 2009
Avanti Restaurant Solutions June 2006 - February 2008
Lycée Jean de la Fontaine September 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Press Releases, Administrative..., Mac, Public Relations, French, Event Management, Creative Direction, Management, Interviews, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Art Direction, International Relations, Social Media, Public Speaking, French to English..., Curating, Marketing, Event Planning, Editing, Translation
Education
Université Paris-Sorbonne 2005 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, French
California State University-Sacramento 2004 — 2006
BA, French, Jazz Studies
Michael Delatizky's Kobrand Corporation Experience July 2015 - Present
Job Associate Brand Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation July 2015 - Present
Massanois LLC September 2011 - July 2015
Manley's Wines and Spirits May 2010 - September 2011
Poly Prep Country Day School January 2011 - June 2011
The David Project October 2008 - July 2010
The Chestnut Hill School September 2006 - September 2008
Marin County Environmental Health Services June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Photoshop, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Salesforce.com, Public Speaking, HTML, Research, InDesign, Graphic Design, Salesforce.com..., SAP, WordPress, Wine, Wine & Spirits Industry, Spirits, Bass Guitar, Customer Service, Sales, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Editing, Management, Event Planning
Education
Boston University 2003 — 2008
Kobrand Corporation July 2015 - Present
Massanois LLC September 2011 - July 2015
Manley's Wines and Spirits May 2010 - September 2011
Poly Prep Country Day School January 2011 - June 2011
The David Project October 2008 - July 2010
The Chestnut Hill School September 2006 - September 2008
Marin County Environmental Health Services June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Photoshop, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Salesforce.com, Public Speaking, HTML, Research, InDesign, Graphic Design, Salesforce.com..., SAP, WordPress, Wine, Wine & Spirits Industry, Spirits, Bass Guitar, Customer Service, Sales, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Editing, Management, Event Planning
Education
Boston University 2003 — 2008
Sven Muhlenberg Sven Muhlenberg's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Brand Director at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
Kobrand Corporation January 2015 - Present
Brick Window October 2012 - Present
Muhlenberg Marketing April 2012 - January 2015
Source Marketing November 2010 - April 2012
Diageo September 2006 - November 2010
Colangelo 2005 - 2007
Alcone Marketing Group 1999 - 2004
MBS Associates 1998 - 1999
Kraft Foods 1998 - 1999
TMP Worldwide 1990 - 1996
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Management, Direct Marketing, Customer Insight, Brand Management, Marketing, Brand Development, Relationship Marketing, Facebook, Advertising, Photography, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Sponsorship, Interactive Marketing, Segmentation, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Shopper Marketing, Digital Strategy, Marketing Research, Marketing Management, Creative Strategy, Brand Architecture
Education
Fordham University - Graduate School of Business Administration 1996 — 1998
Masters of Business Administration, Marketing
State University of New York at Binghamton 1985 — 1989
BS, Business
Woodlands High School
Kobrand Corporation January 2015 - Present
Brick Window October 2012 - Present
Muhlenberg Marketing April 2012 - January 2015
Source Marketing November 2010 - April 2012
Diageo September 2006 - November 2010
Colangelo 2005 - 2007
Alcone Marketing Group 1999 - 2004
MBS Associates 1998 - 1999
Kraft Foods 1998 - 1999
TMP Worldwide 1990 - 1996
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Management, Direct Marketing, Customer Insight, Brand Management, Marketing, Brand Development, Relationship Marketing, Facebook, Advertising, Photography, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Sponsorship, Interactive Marketing, Segmentation, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Shopper Marketing, Digital Strategy, Marketing Research, Marketing Management, Creative Strategy, Brand Architecture
Education
Fordham University - Graduate School of Business Administration 1996 — 1998
Masters of Business Administration, Marketing
State University of New York at Binghamton 1985 — 1989
BS, Business
Woodlands High School
Colby Hagen Colby Hagen's Kobrand Corporation Experience 1999 - 2003
Job National Sales Manager at Gamble Family Vineyards
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Gamble Family Vineyards September 2011 - Present
Zonin USA, Inc January 2010 - May 2011
Kobrand Corporation 1999 - 2003
Skills
Wine Tasting, Wineries, Food Pairing, Wine, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Beer, Champagne, Winemaking, Wine & Spirits Industry, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Key Account Development, Food, Sales Management, Trade Marketing, National Accounts, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Distributed Team..., Key Account Management
Education
Central Washington University 1990 — 1995
BA, Public Relations/Communications, Business Administration, Advertising
Issaquah Senior High School
Gamble Family Vineyards September 2011 - Present
Zonin USA, Inc January 2010 - May 2011
Kobrand Corporation 1999 - 2003
Skills
Wine Tasting, Wineries, Food Pairing, Wine, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Beer, Champagne, Winemaking, Wine & Spirits Industry, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Key Account Development, Food, Sales Management, Trade Marketing, National Accounts, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Distributed Team..., Key Account Management
Education
Central Washington University 1990 — 1995
BA, Public Relations/Communications, Business Administration, Advertising
Issaquah Senior High School
Jeffrey S. Brooks Jeffrey S. Brooks's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2007 - 2013
Job Northeast Regional Manager at King Estate Winery
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation 2007 - 2013
Kobrand Corporation 1994 - 2007
Kobrand Corporation 1992 - 1994
Kobrand Corporation 1987 - 1992
Schieffelin & Co. (Moet-Hennessy USA) 1984 - 1987
Beitzell & Company 1980 - 1984
Skills
Beverage Industry, Wine Tasting
Education
American University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, School of Government & Public Administration
Kobrand Corporation 2007 - 2013
Kobrand Corporation 1994 - 2007
Kobrand Corporation 1992 - 1994
Kobrand Corporation 1987 - 1992
Schieffelin & Co. (Moet-Hennessy USA) 1984 - 1987
Beitzell & Company 1980 - 1984
Skills
Beverage Industry, Wine Tasting
Education
American University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, School of Government & Public Administration
Elod Adam CWE Elod Adam CWE's Kobrand Corporation Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Metro New York Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation September 2014 - Present
Kysela Pere et Fils, LTD April 2012 - August 2014
Brescome Barton Inc. September 2007 - April 2012
Connecticut Disributors Inc. January 2007 - September 2007
Terra Ristorante July 2005 - January 2007
Skills
Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Beverage Industry, Food & Beverage, Wine Sales & Marketing, Wine Education, Public Speaking, Restaurants, Sales, Marketing, Food Pairing, Winemaking, Wineries, Wine, Champagne, Wine & Spirits Industry, Key Account Development, Distributors, Sales Management, Pricing, Food, Trade Marketing, Market Planning, National Accounts, Key Account Management, Brand Management, Wholesale, IRI, Retail, FMCG, Brand Development, Event Management, Merchandising, International Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Shopper Marketing, Account Management, Grocery, Brand Awareness, Pricing Strategy, POS, Restaurant Management, Gourmet, P&L Management
Education
Institute of Masters of Wine-candidate
Universitatea „George Barițiu” din Brașov 1994 — 1997
Bachelor's Degree, Economics
Society of Wine Educators
Certified Specialist of Wine, Certified Wine Educator
American Sommelier Association
Certified Sommelier
French Wine Society
French Wine Scholar
Kobrand Corporation September 2014 - Present
Kysela Pere et Fils, LTD April 2012 - August 2014
Brescome Barton Inc. September 2007 - April 2012
Connecticut Disributors Inc. January 2007 - September 2007
Terra Ristorante July 2005 - January 2007
Skills
Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Beverage Industry, Food & Beverage, Wine Sales & Marketing, Wine Education, Public Speaking, Restaurants, Sales, Marketing, Food Pairing, Winemaking, Wineries, Wine, Champagne, Wine & Spirits Industry, Key Account Development, Distributors, Sales Management, Pricing, Food, Trade Marketing, Market Planning, National Accounts, Key Account Management, Brand Management, Wholesale, IRI, Retail, FMCG, Brand Development, Event Management, Merchandising, International Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Shopper Marketing, Account Management, Grocery, Brand Awareness, Pricing Strategy, POS, Restaurant Management, Gourmet, P&L Management
Education
Institute of Masters of Wine-candidate
Universitatea „George Barițiu” din Brașov 1994 — 1997
Bachelor's Degree, Economics
Society of Wine Educators
Certified Specialist of Wine, Certified Wine Educator
American Sommelier Association
Certified Sommelier
French Wine Society
French Wine Scholar
Felicia Schneidman, CSW's Kobrand Corporation Experience April 2013 - Present
Job District Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation April 2013 - Present
Terlato Wines International November 2011 - April 2013
DS Trading Co. & Premium Brands Inc. September 2008 - November 2011
China Grill Management, Fort Lauderdale February 2008 - July 2008
Republic National Distributing Company September 2002 - February 2008
Sysco Foods, Southeast, Florida February 2000 - December 2001
Skills
Wine Sales, Wine Education, Wine Tasting, Wine, Wineries, Alcoholic Beverages, Restaurants, Restaurant Management, Beer, Sales Operations, Winemaking, Brand Development, Leadership, Key Account Development, Beverage Industry, Sales Management, Food Pairing, Food & Beverage, Champagne, National Accounts, Distributors, Sales, Food, P&L Management, Wine & Spirits Industry, Pricing, Brand Management, Inventory Management, Retail, Market Planning
Education
Florida International University 1997 — 1999
BS/MA, Nutrition Science
Stockton University 1992 — 1996
BA, Psychology
Kobrand Corporation April 2013 - Present
Terlato Wines International November 2011 - April 2013
DS Trading Co. & Premium Brands Inc. September 2008 - November 2011
China Grill Management, Fort Lauderdale February 2008 - July 2008
Republic National Distributing Company September 2002 - February 2008
Sysco Foods, Southeast, Florida February 2000 - December 2001
Skills
Wine Sales, Wine Education, Wine Tasting, Wine, Wineries, Alcoholic Beverages, Restaurants, Restaurant Management, Beer, Sales Operations, Winemaking, Brand Development, Leadership, Key Account Development, Beverage Industry, Sales Management, Food Pairing, Food & Beverage, Champagne, National Accounts, Distributors, Sales, Food, P&L Management, Wine & Spirits Industry, Pricing, Brand Management, Inventory Management, Retail, Market Planning
Education
Florida International University 1997 — 1999
BS/MA, Nutrition Science
Stockton University 1992 — 1996
BA, Psychology
Mary Ann Dancisin Mary Ann Dancisin's Kobrand Corporation Experience November 2004 - April 2006
Job General Manager at Narmada Winery
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Narmada Winery July 2012 - Present
Effective Communication Solutions May 2006 - Present
Kobrand Corporation November 2004 - April 2006
Kobrand Corporation July 1998 - November 2004
Kobrand Corporation December 1989 - July 1998
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Food & Beverage, Wineries, Event Management, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Development, Hospitality, Public Relations, Market Planning, Fine Dining, Publications, Sales, Customer Service, Key Account Development, Restaurant Management, Food Pairing, International Marketing, Budgets, Pricing, Photography, Non-fiction Writer, Editorial Consulting
Education
New York University
Film/Cinema/Video Studies
Narmada Winery July 2012 - Present
Effective Communication Solutions May 2006 - Present
Kobrand Corporation November 2004 - April 2006
Kobrand Corporation July 1998 - November 2004
Kobrand Corporation December 1989 - July 1998
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Food & Beverage, Wineries, Event Management, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Development, Hospitality, Public Relations, Market Planning, Fine Dining, Publications, Sales, Customer Service, Key Account Development, Restaurant Management, Food Pairing, International Marketing, Budgets, Pricing, Photography, Non-fiction Writer, Editorial Consulting
Education
New York University
Film/Cinema/Video Studies
William Bruno William Bruno's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Kobrand District Manager NJ
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation June 2014 - Present
North America Spirits & Wines August 2011 - Present
Diageo May 2008 - October 2011
Vintage Imports September 2003 - May 2008
Vinifera Imports May 2003 - September 2003
Capital Wines & Spirits May 1996 - May 2003
Skills
Wine Tasting, Wine & Spirits Industry, B2B, Trade Marketing, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine, Wineries, Beer, Beverage Industry, Brand Equity, IRI, Brand Management, Distributors, Food & Beverage, Key Account Development, Leadership, Management, Market Planning, Merchandising, National Accounts, P&L Management, Sales, Selling, Winemaking
Education
Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management 1991 — 1996
Buisness Administration, Marketing
Kobrand Corporation June 2014 - Present
North America Spirits & Wines August 2011 - Present
Diageo May 2008 - October 2011
Vintage Imports September 2003 - May 2008
Vinifera Imports May 2003 - September 2003
Capital Wines & Spirits May 1996 - May 2003
Skills
Wine Tasting, Wine & Spirits Industry, B2B, Trade Marketing, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine, Wineries, Beer, Beverage Industry, Brand Equity, IRI, Brand Management, Distributors, Food & Beverage, Key Account Development, Leadership, Management, Market Planning, Merchandising, National Accounts, P&L Management, Sales, Selling, Winemaking
Education
Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management 1991 — 1996
Buisness Administration, Marketing
Angela Black, CSW Angela Black, CSW's Kobrand Corporation Experience May 2012 - March 2014
Job Director of Chains at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates April 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation May 2012 - March 2014
Boston Beer Company February 2009 - May 2012
Boston Beer Company April 2006 - January 2009
Boston Beer Company October 2004 - March 2006
Thai Magic 2002 - 2004
Skills
Key Account Development, National Accounts, Beverage Industry, Beer, Alcoholic Beverages, Trade Marketing, IRI, Distributors, Sales Management, Pricing, Market Planning, Key Account Management, Brand Management, Merchandising, Sales Presentations, Sales Operations, Customer Insight, New Business Development, Negotiation, Selling, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, P&L Management, Wine, Wine Tasting, Distributed Team..., National Account..., Category Management, Account Management, Forecasting, Territory, Inventory Management, Consultative Selling, Cold Calling, Business Planning, Customer Relations, Team Management, Budgeting, National Account Sales, Sales Process, Coaching, B2B, Team Leadership, Pricing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Consumer Products, Management, Sales, Shopper Marketing
Education
New York University 1998 — 2002
BA, English
Wellington C. Mepham High School
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates April 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation May 2012 - March 2014
Boston Beer Company February 2009 - May 2012
Boston Beer Company April 2006 - January 2009
Boston Beer Company October 2004 - March 2006
Thai Magic 2002 - 2004
Skills
Key Account Development, National Accounts, Beverage Industry, Beer, Alcoholic Beverages, Trade Marketing, IRI, Distributors, Sales Management, Pricing, Market Planning, Key Account Management, Brand Management, Merchandising, Sales Presentations, Sales Operations, Customer Insight, New Business Development, Negotiation, Selling, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, P&L Management, Wine, Wine Tasting, Distributed Team..., National Account..., Category Management, Account Management, Forecasting, Territory, Inventory Management, Consultative Selling, Cold Calling, Business Planning, Customer Relations, Team Management, Budgeting, National Account Sales, Sales Process, Coaching, B2B, Team Leadership, Pricing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Consumer Products, Management, Sales, Shopper Marketing
Education
New York University 1998 — 2002
BA, English
Wellington C. Mepham High School
Jonathan Gracey Jonathan Gracey's Kobrand Corporation Experience September 2007 - October 2014
Job Engineer at Southport Engineering Associates
Industry Civil Engineering
Experience
Southport Engineering Associates October 2014 - Present
Independant June 2014 - Present
Hiking Camping Trails May 2010 - Present
Kobrand Corporation September 2007 - October 2014
Skills
Electrical Engineering, System Design, Control system design, PLC Allen Bradley, Ladder Logic, C programming, DDC Control, Beaglebone, Voltage drop..., Demand Load Amp (DLA)..., Full Load Amp (FLA)..., Circuit breaker..., Generator sizing &..., Primary and emergency..., Ship electric system..., Coast guard ship design..., Embedded system design, Video Presentor, Power system design, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Brand Development, SEO, Advertising, Mac, Online Advertising, Packaging, Marketing Strategy, Video Editing, Surveying, Lighting Efficiency, Proposal Writing, Wiring Diagrams, Panel load calculations, Transformer load...
Education
State University of New York Maritime College 2009 — 2014
Engineer's Degree, Electrical Engineering, 3.1
Westchester Community College 2006 — 2009
AS, Engineering Science, 3.8
Southport Engineering Associates October 2014 - Present
Independant June 2014 - Present
Hiking Camping Trails May 2010 - Present
Kobrand Corporation September 2007 - October 2014
Skills
Electrical Engineering, System Design, Control system design, PLC Allen Bradley, Ladder Logic, C programming, DDC Control, Beaglebone, Voltage drop..., Demand Load Amp (DLA)..., Full Load Amp (FLA)..., Circuit breaker..., Generator sizing &..., Primary and emergency..., Ship electric system..., Coast guard ship design..., Embedded system design, Video Presentor, Power system design, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Brand Development, SEO, Advertising, Mac, Online Advertising, Packaging, Marketing Strategy, Video Editing, Surveying, Lighting Efficiency, Proposal Writing, Wiring Diagrams, Panel load calculations, Transformer load...
Education
State University of New York Maritime College 2009 — 2014
Engineer's Degree, Electrical Engineering, 3.1
Westchester Community College 2006 — 2009
AS, Engineering Science, 3.8
Sabrina Keraudren Sabrina Keraudren's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2007 - April 2012
Job Senior Marketing Manager at Mionetto USA
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Mionetto USA March 2014 - Present
Mionetto USA 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 2007 - April 2012
Kobrand Corporation 2005 - 2007
Kobrand Corporation 2003 - 2005
Skills
COMPUTER: Excel,..., LANGUAGES: Native..., WINE KNOWLEDGE: Wine &...
Education
Baruch College 2001 — 2001
Marketing Degree
Centre International d'Etudes des Langues - CIEL 1997 — 1999
Bachelor Degree, International Business
Mionetto USA March 2014 - Present
Mionetto USA 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 2007 - April 2012
Kobrand Corporation 2005 - 2007
Kobrand Corporation 2003 - 2005
Skills
COMPUTER: Excel,..., LANGUAGES: Native..., WINE KNOWLEDGE: Wine &...
Education
Baruch College 2001 — 2001
Marketing Degree
Centre International d'Etudes des Langues - CIEL 1997 — 1999
Bachelor Degree, International Business
Chris Hallowell Chris Hallowell's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2011 - November 2011
Job District Sales Manager at Terroir
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Terroir January 2015 - Present
US Military Loans February 2014 - January 2015
VINTUS April 2013 - January 2015
SevenFifty November 2012 - April 2013
Lot18 November 2011 - November 2012
Kobrand Corporation August 2011 - November 2011
Wine & Spirits Magazine August 2008 - August 2011
Thalassa Restaurant April 2008 - August 2008
The Second Glass 2006 - 2007
Skills
Wine, Social Media, Word, Writing, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Blogging, Editing, Social Networking, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Food, Marketing Strategy, Copywriting, Alcoholic Beverages
Education
Berklee College of Music 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Music, Music Therapy
Terroir January 2015 - Present
US Military Loans February 2014 - January 2015
VINTUS April 2013 - January 2015
SevenFifty November 2012 - April 2013
Lot18 November 2011 - November 2012
Kobrand Corporation August 2011 - November 2011
Wine & Spirits Magazine August 2008 - August 2011
Thalassa Restaurant April 2008 - August 2008
The Second Glass 2006 - 2007
Skills
Wine, Social Media, Word, Writing, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Blogging, Editing, Social Networking, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Food, Marketing Strategy, Copywriting, Alcoholic Beverages
Education
Berklee College of Music 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Music, Music Therapy
Karen Daenen Karen Daenen's Kobrand Corporation Experience July 1997 - April 2005
Job Research Manager at Jackson Family Wines
Industry Research
Experience
Jackson Family Wines March 2010 - Present
Nielsen Online August 2008 - February 2010
ORC International (Guideline) May 2005 - August 2008
Kobrand Corporation July 1997 - April 2005
Skills
Market Research, Consumer Insights, Social Media, Wine, Research, Customer Insight, Analysis, Brand Development, Brand Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Data Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Research
Education
Barnard College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Political Science
Pratt Institute
Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS)
Jackson Family Wines March 2010 - Present
Nielsen Online August 2008 - February 2010
ORC International (Guideline) May 2005 - August 2008
Kobrand Corporation July 1997 - April 2005
Skills
Market Research, Consumer Insights, Social Media, Wine, Research, Customer Insight, Analysis, Brand Development, Brand Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Data Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Research
Education
Barnard College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Political Science
Pratt Institute
Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS)
Nancy Light's Kobrand Corporation Experience 1980 - 1984
Job Vice President of Communications at Wine Institute
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Wine Institute January 2004 - Present
Nancy Light Public Relations 2003 - 2004
Robert Mondavi 1996 - 2003
Kobrand Corporation 1980 - 1984
Skills
Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Strategic Partnerships, Wine, Wineries, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Nonprofits, Event Management, Brand Management, Food, Newsletters, Editing, Budgets, Winemaking, Wine Tasting, Marketing Strategy, Marketing
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Marketing; Advertising and Communications
Wine Institute January 2004 - Present
Nancy Light Public Relations 2003 - 2004
Robert Mondavi 1996 - 2003
Kobrand Corporation 1980 - 1984
Skills
Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Strategic Partnerships, Wine, Wineries, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Nonprofits, Event Management, Brand Management, Food, Newsletters, Editing, Budgets, Winemaking, Wine Tasting, Marketing Strategy, Marketing
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Marketing; Advertising and Communications
Kelly Boyle, CSW's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 2010 - September 2012
Job Nextiva Inside Sales Manager
Industry Telecommunications
Experience
Nextiva June 2015 - Present
pikfly January 2015 - June 2015
Deem, Inc. February 2013 - February 2015
Deem, Inc. February 2013 - February 2015
Level4 Bio December 2012 - July 2013
Kobrand Corporation June 2010 - September 2012
Spirited Tastings December 2009 - June 2010
Proximo Spirits March 2009 - January 2010
William Grant & Sons August 2007 - March 2009
Alliance Beverage Distributing Company March 1994 - August 2007
Skills
Wine & Spirits Industry, Wine, Wine Tasting, Beverage Industry, Key Account Development, Spirits, Food & Beverage, Sales Management, National Accounts, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Market Planning, Sales, Account Management, Restaurants, Brand Development, Sales Presentations, Key Account Management, Marketing, New Business Development, Cold Calling, Pricing, IRI, Sales Operations, P&L Management, Wineries, Merchandising, Leadership, Food, Distributors, Champagne, Retail, Restaurant Management, Food Pairing, Forecasting, Management, Alcoholic Beverages
Education
Northern Arizona University 1990 — 1994
BS, Hotel Restaurant Management
Nextiva June 2015 - Present
pikfly January 2015 - June 2015
Deem, Inc. February 2013 - February 2015
Deem, Inc. February 2013 - February 2015
Level4 Bio December 2012 - July 2013
Kobrand Corporation June 2010 - September 2012
Spirited Tastings December 2009 - June 2010
Proximo Spirits March 2009 - January 2010
William Grant & Sons August 2007 - March 2009
Alliance Beverage Distributing Company March 1994 - August 2007
Skills
Wine & Spirits Industry, Wine, Wine Tasting, Beverage Industry, Key Account Development, Spirits, Food & Beverage, Sales Management, National Accounts, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Market Planning, Sales, Account Management, Restaurants, Brand Development, Sales Presentations, Key Account Management, Marketing, New Business Development, Cold Calling, Pricing, IRI, Sales Operations, P&L Management, Wineries, Merchandising, Leadership, Food, Distributors, Champagne, Retail, Restaurant Management, Food Pairing, Forecasting, Management, Alcoholic Beverages
Education
Northern Arizona University 1990 — 1994
BS, Hotel Restaurant Management
Justin DeClerck Justin DeClerck's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 2010 - March 2011
Job Executive Recruiter
Industry Financial Services
Experience
The Atlantic Group January 2014 - Present
Kong CrossFit January 2014 - Present
The McIntyre Group January 2013 - January 2014
The McIntyre Group January 2012 - January 2013
Chalk & Vermilion Fine Arts March 2011 - January 2012
Kobrand Corporation June 2010 - March 2011
Skills
Financial Services, Hedge Funds, Asset Management, Private Equity, Accounting, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Executive Search, Consulting, Human Resources, Staffing Services, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Applicant Tracking..., Sourcing
Education
Salve Regina University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
The Atlantic Group January 2014 - Present
Kong CrossFit January 2014 - Present
The McIntyre Group January 2013 - January 2014
The McIntyre Group January 2012 - January 2013
Chalk & Vermilion Fine Arts March 2011 - January 2012
Kobrand Corporation June 2010 - March 2011
Skills
Financial Services, Hedge Funds, Asset Management, Private Equity, Accounting, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Executive Search, Consulting, Human Resources, Staffing Services, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Applicant Tracking..., Sourcing
Education
Salve Regina University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Steve Eggleston Steve Eggleston's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2000 - 2009
Job Collaborator
Industry Internet
Experience
The Eggleston Group of Creative Consultants 2009 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 2000 - 2009
Nuance Data Systems/The Eggleston Group 1983 - 2000
National Seminars Group 1995 - 1999
Videolinx Communications 1993 - 1999
Salsbery Studios 1983 - 1985
The Forte Group 1981 - 1984
ImageMatrix, Inc. 1979 - 1981
VVKR Incorporated 1975 - 1979
Potomac Iron and Steel 1970 - 1973
Skills
Photography, Social Media, Multimedia, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Online Marketing, Flash, Email Marketing, Sales, Online Advertising, SEO, Copywriting, Graphics, Marketing Communications, Web Design, Strategic Planning, Management, CSS, Creative Direction, Strategic Partnerships, Dreamweaver, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Development, Photoshop, CMS, Publishing, User Experience, Editorial, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing, Video, Advertising, Facebook, Video Production, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Photographic Services..., Content Management..., Social Networking, E-commerce, Blogging, Mission Development, Tactical Assistance, Unintended Consequence..., Tin-Foil Hat Studies, Public Relations
Education
Iowa State University 1977 — 1978
School of Modern Photography 1970 — 1972
Professional Photography
University of Maryland College Park
University of Virginia
The Eggleston Group of Creative Consultants 2009 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 2000 - 2009
Nuance Data Systems/The Eggleston Group 1983 - 2000
National Seminars Group 1995 - 1999
Videolinx Communications 1993 - 1999
Salsbery Studios 1983 - 1985
The Forte Group 1981 - 1984
ImageMatrix, Inc. 1979 - 1981
VVKR Incorporated 1975 - 1979
Potomac Iron and Steel 1970 - 1973
Skills
Photography, Social Media, Multimedia, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Online Marketing, Flash, Email Marketing, Sales, Online Advertising, SEO, Copywriting, Graphics, Marketing Communications, Web Design, Strategic Planning, Management, CSS, Creative Direction, Strategic Partnerships, Dreamweaver, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Development, Photoshop, CMS, Publishing, User Experience, Editorial, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing, Video, Advertising, Facebook, Video Production, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Photographic Services..., Content Management..., Social Networking, E-commerce, Blogging, Mission Development, Tactical Assistance, Unintended Consequence..., Tin-Foil Hat Studies, Public Relations
Education
Iowa State University 1977 — 1978
School of Modern Photography 1970 — 1972
Professional Photography
University of Maryland College Park
University of Virginia
Emily Wright Emily Wright's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2009 - 2009
Job Director of Marketing at GGV Capital
Industry Venture Capital & Private Equity
Experience
GGV Capital July 2014 - Present
Box November 2013 - July 2014
Box April 2013 - October 2013
Google March 2012 - March 2013
Google 2011 - 2012
Google Inc 2010 - 2011
Kobrand Corporation 2009 - 2009
Dan Miller Design 2005 - 2008
UC Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive 2003 - 2005
Skills
Advertising, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Product Development, Social Media, B2B Marketing, Ad Tech, B2B, Mobile Devices, Display Advertising, Strategy, Marketing, Digital Marketing
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School 2008 — 2010
MBA, Marketing and Operations
Yale University 1999 — 2003
BA, Art
GGV Capital July 2014 - Present
Box November 2013 - July 2014
Box April 2013 - October 2013
Google March 2012 - March 2013
Google 2011 - 2012
Google Inc 2010 - 2011
Kobrand Corporation 2009 - 2009
Dan Miller Design 2005 - 2008
UC Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive 2003 - 2005
Skills
Advertising, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Product Development, Social Media, B2B Marketing, Ad Tech, B2B, Mobile Devices, Display Advertising, Strategy, Marketing, Digital Marketing
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School 2008 — 2010
MBA, Marketing and Operations
Yale University 1999 — 2003
BA, Art
Carl Russo Carl Russo's Kobrand Corporation Experience July 1998 - May 2002
Job Wine, Spirits and Beer Professional
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Alliance Beverage March 2015 - Present
Youngs Market Company January 2014 - July 2014
Serralles USA March 2011 - January 2014
Ascentia Wine Estates July 2010 - March 2011
Diageo June 2002 - June 2010
Kobrand Corporation July 1998 - May 2002
Kobrand Corporation June 1997 - June 1998
American B.D. Wine Company January 1996 - June 1997
Paterno Imports March 1995 - January 1996
Miller Brewing Company April 1993 - March 1995
Skills
Beverage Industry, Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Sales Management, Wine, Key Account Development, Wine Tasting, Sales, Wine & Spirits Industry, Pricing, Grocery, Food Pairing, Champagne, Distributors, Wineries, Brand Management, Account Management, Winemaking, P&L Management, Marketing Strategy, Food, Marketing, Market Planning, Consumer Products, Distributed Team..., IRI, National Accounts, Management, Sales Operations, Craft Beer, Key Account Management, Brand Development, Trade Marketing, Strategy, Sales Presentations, Customer Insight, Restaurants, Spectra, FMCG, AC Nielsen, Merchandising, P&L, Theatre, Musical Theatre, Acting, Public Speaking
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 1979 — 1984
BFA, Acting
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
BFA
Alliance Beverage March 2015 - Present
Youngs Market Company January 2014 - July 2014
Serralles USA March 2011 - January 2014
Ascentia Wine Estates July 2010 - March 2011
Diageo June 2002 - June 2010
Kobrand Corporation July 1998 - May 2002
Kobrand Corporation June 1997 - June 1998
American B.D. Wine Company January 1996 - June 1997
Paterno Imports March 1995 - January 1996
Miller Brewing Company April 1993 - March 1995
Skills
Beverage Industry, Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Sales Management, Wine, Key Account Development, Wine Tasting, Sales, Wine & Spirits Industry, Pricing, Grocery, Food Pairing, Champagne, Distributors, Wineries, Brand Management, Account Management, Winemaking, P&L Management, Marketing Strategy, Food, Marketing, Market Planning, Consumer Products, Distributed Team..., IRI, National Accounts, Management, Sales Operations, Craft Beer, Key Account Management, Brand Development, Trade Marketing, Strategy, Sales Presentations, Customer Insight, Restaurants, Spectra, FMCG, AC Nielsen, Merchandising, P&L, Theatre, Musical Theatre, Acting, Public Speaking
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 1979 — 1984
BFA, Acting
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
BFA
Danna Shapiro Danna Shapiro's Kobrand Corporation Experience October 2002 - September 2007
Job Independent Marketing Communications Consultant
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
DS Consulting January 2008 - Present
Kobrand Corporation October 2002 - September 2007
Kobrand Corporation November 2000 - October 2002
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Product Development, Event Management, Event Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Social Media, Press Releases, Strategy, Marketing, Email Marketing, Media Relations, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Food, Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Champagne, Brand Development, Wine, Account Management, Wine Tasting, Marketing Management, New Business Development, Food & Beverage, Advertising, Wineries, Sponsorship, Management, Social Networking, Strategic Planning, Market Research, Copywriting, Budgets, Online Marketing, Online Advertising
Education
WSET/International Wine Center 2003 — 2005
Diploma, Wines & Spirits
Institute of Masters of Wine
MW Candidate, Wine
State University of New York College at Oswego
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology/Fine Art
DS Consulting January 2008 - Present
Kobrand Corporation October 2002 - September 2007
Kobrand Corporation November 2000 - October 2002
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Product Development, Event Management, Event Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Social Media, Press Releases, Strategy, Marketing, Email Marketing, Media Relations, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Food, Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Champagne, Brand Development, Wine, Account Management, Wine Tasting, Marketing Management, New Business Development, Food & Beverage, Advertising, Wineries, Sponsorship, Management, Social Networking, Strategic Planning, Market Research, Copywriting, Budgets, Online Marketing, Online Advertising
Education
WSET/International Wine Center 2003 — 2005
Diploma, Wines & Spirits
Institute of Masters of Wine
MW Candidate, Wine
State University of New York College at Oswego
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology/Fine Art
Todd Chittick, CSW Todd Chittick, CSW's Kobrand Corporation Experience February 2010 - October 2011
Job CEO and Founder of TC3 Ventures Incorporated
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Castle Rock Winery July 2014 - Present
TC3 Ventures Inc. April 2012 - Present
Kenwood Vineyards & Korbel Brandy October 2012 - May 2014
Kobrand Corporation February 2010 - October 2011
Heck Estates September 2002 - February 2010
Roy's Restaurants May 2000 - September 2002
Skills
Wine Tasting, Wine, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Beverage Industry, Key Account Development, Wine & Spirits Industry, Restaurant Management, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Food Pairing, Beer, Alcoholic Beverages, Management, Winemaking, Wineries, Hospitality, Pricing, Food, Distributors, Brand Management, Trade Marketing, Market Planning, Brand Development, Champagne, Sales Management, Pricing Strategy, National Accounts, Key Account Management, Training, POS, Menu Development
Education
Miami University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
Pike High School 1979 — 1983
Castle Rock Winery July 2014 - Present
TC3 Ventures Inc. April 2012 - Present
Kenwood Vineyards & Korbel Brandy October 2012 - May 2014
Kobrand Corporation February 2010 - October 2011
Heck Estates September 2002 - February 2010
Roy's Restaurants May 2000 - September 2002
Skills
Wine Tasting, Wine, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Beverage Industry, Key Account Development, Wine & Spirits Industry, Restaurant Management, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Food Pairing, Beer, Alcoholic Beverages, Management, Winemaking, Wineries, Hospitality, Pricing, Food, Distributors, Brand Management, Trade Marketing, Market Planning, Brand Development, Champagne, Sales Management, Pricing Strategy, National Accounts, Key Account Management, Training, POS, Menu Development
Education
Miami University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
Pike High School 1979 — 1983
Stacy Lima Stacy Lima's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2001 - 2003
Job On Sabbatical!
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Bancroft PLLC 2011 - March 2015
Star Acquisitions LLC 2006 - 2010
Southern Center for International Studies - Young Professionals 2007 - 2009
Benedictine University 2004 - 2006
Oakton Community College 2004 - 2005
Kobrand Corporation 2001 - 2003
Skills
Writing, Non-profits, Editing, Public Speaking, Research, Spanish, Public Policy, International Relations, Marketing, Fundraising, Nonprofits, French, Proofreading, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Legal Writing, Program Management, Teaching, Social Media, Event Management
Education
University of Chicago 2003 — 2004
MA, English
Georgia State University 1996 — 2000
Dbl BA, English / French
Université Laval
French
Hempfield High School
Roswell High School
Bancroft PLLC 2011 - March 2015
Star Acquisitions LLC 2006 - 2010
Southern Center for International Studies - Young Professionals 2007 - 2009
Benedictine University 2004 - 2006
Oakton Community College 2004 - 2005
Kobrand Corporation 2001 - 2003
Skills
Writing, Non-profits, Editing, Public Speaking, Research, Spanish, Public Policy, International Relations, Marketing, Fundraising, Nonprofits, French, Proofreading, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Legal Writing, Program Management, Teaching, Social Media, Event Management
Education
University of Chicago 2003 — 2004
MA, English
Georgia State University 1996 — 2000
Dbl BA, English / French
Université Laval
French
Hempfield High School
Roswell High School
Tina Sasso's Kobrand Corporation Experience May 2006 - October 2010
Job Sr. Marketing Consultant II
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
MetLife August 2015 - Present
Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc. May 2013 - July 2015
R.L. Albert & Son, Inc / Albert's Candy August 2011 - May 2013
Kobrand Corporation May 2006 - October 2010
Four Paws Pet Products January 2005 - May 2006
CMP Media August 2003 - April 2004
Hain Celestial Group January 2000 - August 2003
Skills
Brand Management, Digital Strategy, Online Advertising, Social Media, SEO, Product Development, Brand Architecture, Event Management, SEM, Facebook, Website Development, Sales Presentations, Budgets, Management, Negotiation, Advertising, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing
Education
NYU 2011 — 2011
Professional Certificate
Culinary Academy of Long Island 2008 — 2009
Certificate in Baking and Pastry Arts
Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Hofstra University - New York 1999 — 2003
Masters of Business Administration
Fashion Institute of Technology - New York 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science
Fashion Institute of Technology - New York 1991 — 1995
Associates in Applied Science
MetLife August 2015 - Present
Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc. May 2013 - July 2015
R.L. Albert & Son, Inc / Albert's Candy August 2011 - May 2013
Kobrand Corporation May 2006 - October 2010
Four Paws Pet Products January 2005 - May 2006
CMP Media August 2003 - April 2004
Hain Celestial Group January 2000 - August 2003
Skills
Brand Management, Digital Strategy, Online Advertising, Social Media, SEO, Product Development, Brand Architecture, Event Management, SEM, Facebook, Website Development, Sales Presentations, Budgets, Management, Negotiation, Advertising, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing
Education
NYU 2011 — 2011
Professional Certificate
Culinary Academy of Long Island 2008 — 2009
Certificate in Baking and Pastry Arts
Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Hofstra University - New York 1999 — 2003
Masters of Business Administration
Fashion Institute of Technology - New York 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science
Fashion Institute of Technology - New York 1991 — 1995
Associates in Applied Science
Cara Williams Daniels, CSW Cara Williams Daniels, CSW's Kobrand Corporation Experience November 2011 - Present
Job Western Regional National Account Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation November 2011 - Present
Kobrand Corporation June 2008 - November 2011
Fairest Cape Beverage Company 2007 - 2008
Kysela Pere et Fils, LTD 2006 - 2007
Wine Sellar and Brasserie 2004 - 2006
Skills
Wine Sales, Wine Knowledge, Wine Tasting, Wine Education, Food Pairing, Wineries, Marketing, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Spirits, Wine & Spirits Industry, National Accounts, Distributors, Food & Beverage, Trade Marketing, Key Account Development, Sales, Winemaking, Wine, Event Planning, Food, Beer, Restaurants, Champagne, Brand Management, Pricing, Distributed Team...
Education
San Diego State University-California State University 2002 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Women's Studies/Sociology
Kobrand Corporation November 2011 - Present
Kobrand Corporation June 2008 - November 2011
Fairest Cape Beverage Company 2007 - 2008
Kysela Pere et Fils, LTD 2006 - 2007
Wine Sellar and Brasserie 2004 - 2006
Skills
Wine Sales, Wine Knowledge, Wine Tasting, Wine Education, Food Pairing, Wineries, Marketing, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Spirits, Wine & Spirits Industry, National Accounts, Distributors, Food & Beverage, Trade Marketing, Key Account Development, Sales, Winemaking, Wine, Event Planning, Food, Beer, Restaurants, Champagne, Brand Management, Pricing, Distributed Team...
Education
San Diego State University-California State University 2002 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Women's Studies/Sociology
Betsy McGinn's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 1986 - September 1991
Job Founder of McGinn eCommConsulting
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
McGinn eCommConsulting October 2014 - Present
Seventh Generation January 2008 - August 2014
Seventh Generation January 2006 - January 2008
The Hain Celestial Group December 1998 - December 2005
Tazo Tea March 1997 - December 1998
Stimson Lane September 1991 - May 1996
Kobrand Corporation June 1986 - September 1991
Skills
Forecasting, Competitive Analysis, Sales Management, eCommerce sales and..., Negotiation, Merchandising, Management, Key Account Development, Customer Insight, Strategic Planning, Sales Operations, Trade Marketing, Brand Management, Strategy, Sales, Shopper Marketing, P&L Management, Marketing Strategy, Team Building
Education
Duquesne University
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Temple University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing
McGinn eCommConsulting October 2014 - Present
Seventh Generation January 2008 - August 2014
Seventh Generation January 2006 - January 2008
The Hain Celestial Group December 1998 - December 2005
Tazo Tea March 1997 - December 1998
Stimson Lane September 1991 - May 1996
Kobrand Corporation June 1986 - September 1991
Skills
Forecasting, Competitive Analysis, Sales Management, eCommerce sales and..., Negotiation, Merchandising, Management, Key Account Development, Customer Insight, Strategic Planning, Sales Operations, Trade Marketing, Brand Management, Strategy, Sales, Shopper Marketing, P&L Management, Marketing Strategy, Team Building
Education
Duquesne University
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Temple University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing
Jennica Ossi's Kobrand Corporation Experience December 2014 - Present
Job PR Manager for Kobrand Corporation
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Kobrand Corporation December 2014 - Present
Encore Nationwide May 2014 - January 2015
ABCK Distributors August 2014 - December 2014
Rubenstein Associates October 2013 - May 2014
Rubenstein Associates June 2013 - September 2013
Quinn & Co. Public Relations January 2013 - May 2013
Bauer Publishing: Life & Style and In Touch Weekly May 2012 - December 2012
NorthReal June 2012 - August 2012
MetLife Home Loans May 2010 - March 2012
Millennium Home Mortgage November 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Social Media, Marketing, Public Relations, Sales, Blogging, Corporate Communications, Facebook, Editing, Newsletters, Research, Strategic Communications, Leadership, Magazines, Media Relations, Social Networking, Time Management, Internal Communications, Publicity, Fashion, Marketing Communications, AP Style, Journalism, Event Management, Crisis Communications, Copywriting, Advertising, Event Planning, Cision
Education
Paramus Catholic High School
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Bachelor's degree
Central Connecticut State University
Wine & Spirit Education Trust 2015 — 2015
WSET Level 2 Certified, Wine and Spirits
Kobrand Corporation December 2014 - Present
Encore Nationwide May 2014 - January 2015
ABCK Distributors August 2014 - December 2014
Rubenstein Associates October 2013 - May 2014
Rubenstein Associates June 2013 - September 2013
Quinn & Co. Public Relations January 2013 - May 2013
Bauer Publishing: Life & Style and In Touch Weekly May 2012 - December 2012
NorthReal June 2012 - August 2012
MetLife Home Loans May 2010 - March 2012
Millennium Home Mortgage November 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Social Media, Marketing, Public Relations, Sales, Blogging, Corporate Communications, Facebook, Editing, Newsletters, Research, Strategic Communications, Leadership, Magazines, Media Relations, Social Networking, Time Management, Internal Communications, Publicity, Fashion, Marketing Communications, AP Style, Journalism, Event Management, Crisis Communications, Copywriting, Advertising, Event Planning, Cision
Education
Paramus Catholic High School
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Bachelor's degree
Central Connecticut State University
Wine & Spirit Education Trust 2015 — 2015
WSET Level 2 Certified, Wine and Spirits
Alexander Valdes's Kobrand Corporation Experience March 2013 - Present
Job District Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation March 2013 - Present
Skills
Food Service, Food & Beverage, Sales, Food, Customer Service, Project Management, Account Management, Restaurants, Marketing, Sales Management, Profit, Direct Sales, Cold Calling, Marketing Strategy, Sales Operations, Event Planning, Wine, Leadership, Social Networking, Inventory Management, Budgets, Event Management, Retail, Market Planning, New Business Development
Education
Florida International University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Christopher Columbus High School 2000 — 2004
Kobrand Corporation March 2013 - Present
Skills
Food Service, Food & Beverage, Sales, Food, Customer Service, Project Management, Account Management, Restaurants, Marketing, Sales Management, Profit, Direct Sales, Cold Calling, Marketing Strategy, Sales Operations, Event Planning, Wine, Leadership, Social Networking, Inventory Management, Budgets, Event Management, Retail, Market Planning, New Business Development
Education
Florida International University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Christopher Columbus High School 2000 — 2004
Francisco Noceda Francisco Noceda's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Marketing Coordinator at Choice Pet Supply
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Choice Pet Supply July 2015 - Present
Kobrand Corporation January 2014 - Present
Yaeger Public Relations June 2013 - December 2013
Edinfocom Corp January 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Blogging, Newsletters, Media Relations, PowerPoint, Research, Microsoft Word, Advertising, Tumblr, Pitching Media, Cision, Hootsuite, Marketing Communications, Photoshop, Publicity, Press Kits, Media Monitoring, Pitch Letters, WordPress, Marketing Research, Microsoft Excel, Social Media...
Education
Manhattanville College 2014 — 2016
Master of Science (M.S.), Marketing Communication Mangement
State University of New York at Buffalo 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication
White Plains High School 2005 — 2009
Diploma
Choice Pet Supply July 2015 - Present
Kobrand Corporation January 2014 - Present
Yaeger Public Relations June 2013 - December 2013
Edinfocom Corp January 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Blogging, Newsletters, Media Relations, PowerPoint, Research, Microsoft Word, Advertising, Tumblr, Pitching Media, Cision, Hootsuite, Marketing Communications, Photoshop, Publicity, Press Kits, Media Monitoring, Pitch Letters, WordPress, Marketing Research, Microsoft Excel, Social Media...
Education
Manhattanville College 2014 — 2016
Master of Science (M.S.), Marketing Communication Mangement
State University of New York at Buffalo 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication
White Plains High School 2005 — 2009
Diploma
Ian Blackburn Ian Blackburn's Kobrand Corporation Experience October 1999 - December 2005
Job Founder, LearnAboutWine.com, WineCloudInc.com and BeekeeperCellars.com
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
LearnAboutWine.com January 1995 - Present
Wine Cloud January 2011 - Present
Beekeeper Cellars January 2009 - Present
Kobrand Corporation October 1999 - December 2005
Kenwood Vineyards October 1997 - October 1999
Young's Market Company December 1994 - October 1997
WEQX - Manchester Vermont 1993 - 1995
Bel Age Hotel 1990 - 1992
Skills
Food, Wine, Wineries, Hospitality, Beer, Food & Beverage, Wine Tasting, Media Relations, Restaurants, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Food Service, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Sales, Budgets, Catering, Retail, Hospitality Industry, Gourmet, Restaurant Management, Customer Satisfaction, New Business Development, Menu Development, Event Planning, Hospitality Management, Alcoholic Beverages, Cooking, Leadership, Tourism, Winemaking, Hotels, Food Pairing, Champagne, Business Development, Fine Dining, Recipes, Beverage Industry, Event Marketing Strategy, Wine Tours, Gastronomy, Culinary Skills, Wine Lists, Dinners, Wine & Spirits Industry, Chef, Banquets, Private Events, Cocktails
Education
The Institute of Masters of Wine 2008 — 2014
Student
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1986 — 1991
BS
Marina High School 1982 — 1986
LearnAboutWine.com January 1995 - Present
Wine Cloud January 2011 - Present
Beekeeper Cellars January 2009 - Present
Kobrand Corporation October 1999 - December 2005
Kenwood Vineyards October 1997 - October 1999
Young's Market Company December 1994 - October 1997
WEQX - Manchester Vermont 1993 - 1995
Bel Age Hotel 1990 - 1992
Skills
Food, Wine, Wineries, Hospitality, Beer, Food & Beverage, Wine Tasting, Media Relations, Restaurants, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Food Service, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Sales, Budgets, Catering, Retail, Hospitality Industry, Gourmet, Restaurant Management, Customer Satisfaction, New Business Development, Menu Development, Event Planning, Hospitality Management, Alcoholic Beverages, Cooking, Leadership, Tourism, Winemaking, Hotels, Food Pairing, Champagne, Business Development, Fine Dining, Recipes, Beverage Industry, Event Marketing Strategy, Wine Tours, Gastronomy, Culinary Skills, Wine Lists, Dinners, Wine & Spirits Industry, Chef, Banquets, Private Events, Cocktails
Education
The Institute of Masters of Wine 2008 — 2014
Student
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1986 — 1991
BS
Marina High School 1982 — 1986
Elizabeth Trizano's Kobrand Corporation Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Social Media Manager
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Kobrand Corporation May 2015 - Present
Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits September 2011 - May 2015
Studio PR January 2011 - June 2011
5W Public Relations May 2010 - August 2010
HWH Public Relations January 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Media Relations, Press Releases, Social Media, Public Relations, Facebook, Press Kits, Executing Events, Producing Events, Marketing, Brand Development, Event Planning, Event Management, Publicity, Cision, Magazines, WordPress, Advertising, Creative Direction, Writing, Events Coordination, Blogging, Internal Communications, Editing, Message Development, Blogger, Media Outreach, Pitching Media, Pitching Ideas, Tumblr, Crisis Communications, Editorial, Pinterest, Sponsorship, Interviews, Brand Management, Social Media Measurement, Pitch Development, AP Style, Social Media Marketing, Communication, Social Networking
Education
Marist College 2007 — 2010
B.A.
Kobrand Corporation May 2015 - Present
Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits September 2011 - May 2015
Studio PR January 2011 - June 2011
5W Public Relations May 2010 - August 2010
HWH Public Relations January 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Media Relations, Press Releases, Social Media, Public Relations, Facebook, Press Kits, Executing Events, Producing Events, Marketing, Brand Development, Event Planning, Event Management, Publicity, Cision, Magazines, WordPress, Advertising, Creative Direction, Writing, Events Coordination, Blogging, Internal Communications, Editing, Message Development, Blogger, Media Outreach, Pitching Media, Pitching Ideas, Tumblr, Crisis Communications, Editorial, Pinterest, Sponsorship, Interviews, Brand Management, Social Media Measurement, Pitch Development, AP Style, Social Media Marketing, Communication, Social Networking
Education
Marist College 2007 — 2010
B.A.
Thomas Yessman Thomas Yessman's Kobrand Corporation Experience November 2011 - Present
Job Florida State Manager
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation November 2011 - Present
Kobrand Corporation January 2006 - November 2011
Kobrand Corporation December 2004 - December 2005
Tissue Products Technology Corporation November 2002 - September 2004
Remy Cointreau April 2002 - November 2002
US Concepts August 2000 - April 2002
Premier Beverage Company May 1998 - August 2000
Education
Florida Atlantic University 1996 — 1998
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Florida State University 1993 — 1996
History
Kobrand Corporation November 2011 - Present
Kobrand Corporation January 2006 - November 2011
Kobrand Corporation December 2004 - December 2005
Tissue Products Technology Corporation November 2002 - September 2004
Remy Cointreau April 2002 - November 2002
US Concepts August 2000 - April 2002
Premier Beverage Company May 1998 - August 2000
Education
Florida Atlantic University 1996 — 1998
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Florida State University 1993 — 1996
History
Andrea Brenner Andrea Brenner's Kobrand Corporation Experience 1982 - 1988
Job Sales Executive at InnerWorkings
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
InnerWorkings March 2009 - Present
Corporate Edge June 2004 - Present
Don Jagoda Associates 2000 - 2004
Avon Books/Harper Collins 1989 - 2000
Kobrand Corporation 1982 - 1988
Skills
Social Media, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Marketing, Sales, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Management, Customer Service, Public Relations, Advertising, Event Management, Corporate Gifts, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Brand Development, Brand Management
Education
State University of New York College at Oneonta 1978 — 1982
Bachelor's Degree, Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
InnerWorkings March 2009 - Present
Corporate Edge June 2004 - Present
Don Jagoda Associates 2000 - 2004
Avon Books/Harper Collins 1989 - 2000
Kobrand Corporation 1982 - 1988
Skills
Social Media, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Marketing, Sales, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Management, Customer Service, Public Relations, Advertising, Event Management, Corporate Gifts, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Brand Development, Brand Management
Education
State University of New York College at Oneonta 1978 — 1982
Bachelor's Degree, Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
Harold Rizacos Harold Rizacos's Kobrand Corporation Experience May 2007 - September 2010
Job Manager Financial Planning Analysis at Pernod Ricard USA
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Pernod Ricard USA October 2014 - Present
Pernod Ricard USA March 2013 - October 2014
Frederick Wildman & Sons September 2010 - March 2013
Kobrand Corporation May 2007 - September 2010
Skills
Access, Excel, Business Intelligence, Queries, Query Analyzer, Data Analysis, Database Design, Database Management, Variance Analysis, P&L Management, Sales Trend Analysis, Inventory Analysis, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Account Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, P, Sales, Pricing, P&L, Trend Analysis, Finance, Database Admin, Brand Management, Purchasing, Pricing Strategy, Retail, Competitive Analysis, Management, Budgets, Analytics, Accounting, Distributors, Inventory Management, Sales Operations, Income Statement, Forecasting
Education
Ryerson University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance Major
Pernod Ricard USA October 2014 - Present
Pernod Ricard USA March 2013 - October 2014
Frederick Wildman & Sons September 2010 - March 2013
Kobrand Corporation May 2007 - September 2010
Skills
Access, Excel, Business Intelligence, Queries, Query Analyzer, Data Analysis, Database Design, Database Management, Variance Analysis, P&L Management, Sales Trend Analysis, Inventory Analysis, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Account Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, P, Sales, Pricing, P&L, Trend Analysis, Finance, Database Admin, Brand Management, Purchasing, Pricing Strategy, Retail, Competitive Analysis, Management, Budgets, Analytics, Accounting, Distributors, Inventory Management, Sales Operations, Income Statement, Forecasting
Education
Ryerson University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance Major
Jacques Fuselier's Kobrand Corporation Experience September 2007 - June 2011
Job Director of Sales, Kajun Kettle Foods
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Kajun Kettle Foods September 2014 - Present
PJ's Coffee of New Orleans July 2011 - September 2014
Kobrand Corporation September 2007 - June 2011
Glazer's Distributors February 2005 - September 2007
Glazer's Distributors October 1999 - February 2005
Skills
New Business Development, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Food, Sales Management, Marketing, Management, Team Building, Business Planning, Sales, Small Business, Wine & Spirits Industry, Business Development, Customer Service
Education
Louisiana State University 1995 — 1997
Master of Arts (M.A.), English Language and Literature, Film
Louisiana State University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Kajun Kettle Foods September 2014 - Present
PJ's Coffee of New Orleans July 2011 - September 2014
Kobrand Corporation September 2007 - June 2011
Glazer's Distributors February 2005 - September 2007
Glazer's Distributors October 1999 - February 2005
Skills
New Business Development, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Food, Sales Management, Marketing, Management, Team Building, Business Planning, Sales, Small Business, Wine & Spirits Industry, Business Development, Customer Service
Education
Louisiana State University 1995 — 1997
Master of Arts (M.A.), English Language and Literature, Film
Louisiana State University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Savage, Constance Savage, Constance's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2004 - Present
Job VP, Director of Supplier Relations, Kobrand Corporation
Industry Import and Export
Experience
Kobrand Corporation 2004 - Present
Vinexpo 2006 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 1995 - 2004
Mastère Spécialisé Commerce International des Vins et Spiritueux April 1995 - July 1995
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Wine Tasting, Food, Wine, Food & Beverage, Alcoholic Beverages, Marketing, Brand Development, International Marketing, Restaurant Management, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Supplier Development, Sales Management, Brand Management, Business Strategy, Marketing Communications, Market Planning, Wineries, Business Development, New Business Development, Restaurants, Pricing, Public Relations, Negotiation, Product Development, Event Management, Distributors, Hospitality, Market Research, Merchandising, Trade Marketing, Sales, Competitive Analysis, Key Account Management, Strategic Planning, Retail, Management, Key Account Development
Education
Manhattanville College 2013 — 2015
Master of Science (M.S.), Marketing Communications Management
City University of New York
MBA, International Business
IGR-IAE Rennes 1995 — 1995
Semeser of Graduate Study, Marketing
Groupe Ecole supérieure de Commerce de Dijon-Bourgogne 1993 — 1994
Undergraduate Studies, Business/Economics & Culture
St. Catherine University 1990 — 1994
BA, Philosophy, Int'l Business, French
Bishop Heelan Catholic 1986 — 1990
High School
Kobrand Corporation 2004 - Present
Vinexpo 2006 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 1995 - 2004
Mastère Spécialisé Commerce International des Vins et Spiritueux April 1995 - July 1995
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Wine Tasting, Food, Wine, Food & Beverage, Alcoholic Beverages, Marketing, Brand Development, International Marketing, Restaurant Management, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Supplier Development, Sales Management, Brand Management, Business Strategy, Marketing Communications, Market Planning, Wineries, Business Development, New Business Development, Restaurants, Pricing, Public Relations, Negotiation, Product Development, Event Management, Distributors, Hospitality, Market Research, Merchandising, Trade Marketing, Sales, Competitive Analysis, Key Account Management, Strategic Planning, Retail, Management, Key Account Development
Education
Manhattanville College 2013 — 2015
Master of Science (M.S.), Marketing Communications Management
City University of New York
MBA, International Business
IGR-IAE Rennes 1995 — 1995
Semeser of Graduate Study, Marketing
Groupe Ecole supérieure de Commerce de Dijon-Bourgogne 1993 — 1994
Undergraduate Studies, Business/Economics & Culture
St. Catherine University 1990 — 1994
BA, Philosophy, Int'l Business, French
Bishop Heelan Catholic 1986 — 1990
High School
Anne Marie Harrison's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 2000 - January 2011
Job Northeast Regional Manager at Vintage Wine Estates
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Vintage Wine Estates 2013 - Present
Palm Bay International 2011 - 2013
Kobrand Corporation June 2000 - January 2011
Franciscan Estates 1993 - 2000
Racke USA 1991 - 1993
Skills
Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Wine, Food Pairing, Champagne, Wine & Spirits Industry, Trade Marketing, National Accounts, Distributors, Distributed Team...
Education
Iona College
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing
Vintage Wine Estates 2013 - Present
Palm Bay International 2011 - 2013
Kobrand Corporation June 2000 - January 2011
Franciscan Estates 1993 - 2000
Racke USA 1991 - 1993
Skills
Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Wine, Food Pairing, Champagne, Wine & Spirits Industry, Trade Marketing, National Accounts, Distributors, Distributed Team...
Education
Iona College
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing
Jennifer Giannetta Jennifer Giannetta's Kobrand Corporation Experience November 2011 - Present
Job Executive Assistant to The President & CEO at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation November 2011 - Present
Michael F Gioscia MD PC August 2005 - November 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office
Education
Sanford-Brown Institute-New York
Kobrand Corporation November 2011 - Present
Michael F Gioscia MD PC August 2005 - November 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office
Education
Sanford-Brown Institute-New York
Kelly McEwan's Kobrand Corporation Experience December 2010 - December 2012
Job Human Resources Manager
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Saw Mill Club April 2013 - Present
Kobrand Corporation December 2010 - December 2012
Dolce Hotels & Resorts May 2008 - December 2010
Staffing Opportunities Solutions November 2007 - March 2008
Robert Half International January 2007 - October 2007
Skills
Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., Employee Relations, Taleo, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Human Resources, HR Policies, Technical Recruiting, Benefits Negotiation, Performance Management, Executive Search, Sourcing, Personnel Management, Cold Calling, Talent Management, Temporary Placement
Education
Pace University-Pleasantville/Briarcliff Campus 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
John Jay High School 1994 — 1997
Saw Mill Club April 2013 - Present
Kobrand Corporation December 2010 - December 2012
Dolce Hotels & Resorts May 2008 - December 2010
Staffing Opportunities Solutions November 2007 - March 2008
Robert Half International January 2007 - October 2007
Skills
Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., Employee Relations, Taleo, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Human Resources, HR Policies, Technical Recruiting, Benefits Negotiation, Performance Management, Executive Search, Sourcing, Personnel Management, Cold Calling, Talent Management, Temporary Placement
Education
Pace University-Pleasantville/Briarcliff Campus 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
John Jay High School 1994 — 1997
Cathleen Burke Visscher Cathleen Burke Visscher's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2009 - 2010
Job Founder, Wine Works & Co., President, The Wine & Food Society, New York
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
The Wine & Food Society 2015 - Present
Wine Works & Co. 2011 - Present
The Wine & Food Society, New York 2015 - 2015
Kobrand Corporation 2009 - 2010
Kobrand Corporation 2000 - 2009
Kobrand Corporation 1991 - 2000
Skills
Brand Management, Product Development, Market Research, Market Planning, Entrepreneurship, Wine, Marketing Strategy, Food, Digital Marketing, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Event Management, Social Media, Public Relations, Sales Management, Champagne, Alcoholic Beverages, Food & Beverage, Winemaking, Wineries, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Restaurants, Strategy, Sales, Pricing, Creative Direction, Management, Brand Development, Beer, Competitive Analysis, Budgets, Wine & Spirits Industry
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School
Executive Education, Strategic Development
Harvard Business School
Executive Education, Negotiation Program
State University of New York at Binghamton
B.A., French
University of California, Davis
Wine Executive Program
W.S.E.T.
Advanced Certificate
The Wine & Food Society 2015 - Present
Wine Works & Co. 2011 - Present
The Wine & Food Society, New York 2015 - 2015
Kobrand Corporation 2009 - 2010
Kobrand Corporation 2000 - 2009
Kobrand Corporation 1991 - 2000
Skills
Brand Management, Product Development, Market Research, Market Planning, Entrepreneurship, Wine, Marketing Strategy, Food, Digital Marketing, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Event Management, Social Media, Public Relations, Sales Management, Champagne, Alcoholic Beverages, Food & Beverage, Winemaking, Wineries, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Restaurants, Strategy, Sales, Pricing, Creative Direction, Management, Brand Development, Beer, Competitive Analysis, Budgets, Wine & Spirits Industry
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School
Executive Education, Strategic Development
Harvard Business School
Executive Education, Negotiation Program
State University of New York at Binghamton
B.A., French
University of California, Davis
Wine Executive Program
W.S.E.T.
Advanced Certificate
Terry Egusa Terry Egusa's Kobrand Corporation Experience July 2007 - 2008
Job Freelance Graphic Designer at Eyeglasses.com
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
self employed - graphic design and illustration Freelance Graphic DesignerEyeglasses.com2008 - Present
LEGO October 2007 - February 2008
Eyeglasses.com 2008 - 2008
Marc Fisher Footwear 2008 - 2008
Kobrand Corporation July 2007 - 2008
Hylas Publishing March 2007 - June 2007
Weekly Reader 2006 - 2007
Tennis Week Magazine 2002 - 2007
Skills
Layout, Graphic Design, Illustration, Logo Design
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2009 — 2011
MFA, Graphic Design
Purchase College, SUNY
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
Columbia College (NY)
Bachelor of Arts, East Asian Studies
Pratt Institute
Bachelor of Arts, Painting
self employed - graphic design and illustration Freelance Graphic DesignerEyeglasses.com2008 - Present
LEGO October 2007 - February 2008
Eyeglasses.com 2008 - 2008
Marc Fisher Footwear 2008 - 2008
Kobrand Corporation July 2007 - 2008
Hylas Publishing March 2007 - June 2007
Weekly Reader 2006 - 2007
Tennis Week Magazine 2002 - 2007
Skills
Layout, Graphic Design, Illustration, Logo Design
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2009 — 2011
MFA, Graphic Design
Purchase College, SUNY
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
Columbia College (NY)
Bachelor of Arts, East Asian Studies
Pratt Institute
Bachelor of Arts, Painting
R. Paul Favale, Jr. R. Paul Favale, Jr.'s Kobrand Corporation Experience 1999 - 2003
Job Entrepreneur Food and Wine Industry
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Favale Enterprises LLC August 2006 - Present
Joanne Bordeaux-USA October 2009 - February 2012
Joanne Bordeaux - USA 2009 - 2010
ClearChannel Katz Advantage May 2005 - May 2006
MasterCard International 2003 - 2005
Kobrand Corporation 1999 - 2003
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Brand Management, Strategic Partnerships, New Business Development, Sales Management, Account Management, Sales, Digital Marketing, Product Development, Business Strategy, Social Media, Negotiation, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Budgets, Advertising, Public Speaking, Brand Development, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Market Planning, Integrated Marketing, Online Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Direct Marketing, Start-ups, E-commerce, Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Marketing Management, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Digital Media, Market Research, Public Relations, P&L Management, Digital Strategy, Business Development, B2B, CRM, Relationship Marketing, Social Networking, Sponsorship, Winemaking, Wineries, Pricing, Wine Tasting
Education
Colgate University 1993 — 1997
B.A., Economics & Theater
Fordham Preparatory 1989 — 1993
Saint David's
Favale Enterprises LLC August 2006 - Present
Joanne Bordeaux-USA October 2009 - February 2012
Joanne Bordeaux - USA 2009 - 2010
ClearChannel Katz Advantage May 2005 - May 2006
MasterCard International 2003 - 2005
Kobrand Corporation 1999 - 2003
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Brand Management, Strategic Partnerships, New Business Development, Sales Management, Account Management, Sales, Digital Marketing, Product Development, Business Strategy, Social Media, Negotiation, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Budgets, Advertising, Public Speaking, Brand Development, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Market Planning, Integrated Marketing, Online Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Direct Marketing, Start-ups, E-commerce, Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Marketing Management, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Digital Media, Market Research, Public Relations, P&L Management, Digital Strategy, Business Development, B2B, CRM, Relationship Marketing, Social Networking, Sponsorship, Winemaking, Wineries, Pricing, Wine Tasting
Education
Colgate University 1993 — 1997
B.A., Economics & Theater
Fordham Preparatory 1989 — 1993
Saint David's
Alexandra Paulino Alexandra Paulino's Kobrand Corporation Experience May 2013 - Present
Job Executive Administrative Assistant
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation May 2013 - Present
Amalgamated Life Insurance Company, a member of the Amalgamated Family of Companies January 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Event Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Events Coordination, Wine & Spirits Industry, Alcoholic Beverages, Competitive Analysis, Organizational..., Onboarding, Executive...
Education
Manhattanville College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Kobrand Corporation May 2013 - Present
Amalgamated Life Insurance Company, a member of the Amalgamated Family of Companies January 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Event Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Events Coordination, Wine & Spirits Industry, Alcoholic Beverages, Competitive Analysis, Organizational..., Onboarding, Executive...
Education
Manhattanville College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Deena Marie Christine Deena Marie Christine's Kobrand Corporation Experience November 2000 - February 2006
Job Graphic Designer at Benchmark Education Company
Industry Design
Experience
Benchmark Education Company June 2014 - Present
Growth Products March 2008 - June 2014
Granite Construction March 2006 - February 2008
Kobrand Corporation November 2000 - February 2006
Skills
InDesign, QuarkXPress, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Catalogs, Newsletters, Book Covers, E-newsletter Design, Magazine Layout Design, Brochures, Posters, Flyers, Digital Printing, Children's Books, Business Cards, Banner Ads, Photo Restoration, PowerPoint Presentations, Email Marketing, Website Development, HTML, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Headers, CD covers, Editing, Web Design, SQL, Strategic Planning, Promotional Copy, Trade Shows, WordPress, SAP, Collateral Design, Event Photography, Trade Promotions, Outlook, Keynote
Education
The College of Westchester 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Skidmore Collge 2001 — 2002
Cerificate, Adobe Suite Programs
Westchester Community College 1998 — 2000
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Office Management and Supervision, 3.0
Pace University
Certificate, Graphic Design - InDesign and Illustrator
Benchmark Education Company June 2014 - Present
Growth Products March 2008 - June 2014
Granite Construction March 2006 - February 2008
Kobrand Corporation November 2000 - February 2006
Skills
InDesign, QuarkXPress, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Catalogs, Newsletters, Book Covers, E-newsletter Design, Magazine Layout Design, Brochures, Posters, Flyers, Digital Printing, Children's Books, Business Cards, Banner Ads, Photo Restoration, PowerPoint Presentations, Email Marketing, Website Development, HTML, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Headers, CD covers, Editing, Web Design, SQL, Strategic Planning, Promotional Copy, Trade Shows, WordPress, SAP, Collateral Design, Event Photography, Trade Promotions, Outlook, Keynote
Education
The College of Westchester 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Skidmore Collge 2001 — 2002
Cerificate, Adobe Suite Programs
Westchester Community College 1998 — 2000
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Office Management and Supervision, 3.0
Pace University
Certificate, Graphic Design - InDesign and Illustrator
AJ Jones AJ Jones's Kobrand Corporation Experience October 2014 - Present
Job
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Kobrand Corporation October 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation October 2011 - October 2014
Kobrand Corporation January 2008 - October 2011
Kobrand Corporation January 2004 - December 2007
Kobrand Corporation January 2001 - January 2004
Red Bull 1999 - 2001
Johnson Brothers Liquor Company 1996 - 1999
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Sales Management, Food & Beverage, Market Planning, Food, Pricing, Merchandising, Sales, Account Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Wineries, Key Account Development, Public Speaking, Analysis, Multi-State Management, Caribbean, Champagne, Food Pairing, Brand Development, Distributors, National Accounts, Wine & Spirits Industry, Direct Sales, Trade Marketing, Brand Management, Management, IRI, Distributed Team..., Winemaking, P&L Management, Key Account Management, Pricing Strategy, Retail, Sales Presentations, Grocery, AC Nielsen, Sales Operations, Inventory Management, POS, Wholesale
Education
Austin Peay State University 1994 — 1996
MS, Sports Administration
Methodist College 1989 — 1994
BS, Physical Education
Southern Guilford 1986 — 1989
HS Diploma
Kobrand Corporation October 2014 - Present
Kobrand Corporation October 2011 - October 2014
Kobrand Corporation January 2008 - October 2011
Kobrand Corporation January 2004 - December 2007
Kobrand Corporation January 2001 - January 2004
Red Bull 1999 - 2001
Johnson Brothers Liquor Company 1996 - 1999
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Sales Management, Food & Beverage, Market Planning, Food, Pricing, Merchandising, Sales, Account Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Wineries, Key Account Development, Public Speaking, Analysis, Multi-State Management, Caribbean, Champagne, Food Pairing, Brand Development, Distributors, National Accounts, Wine & Spirits Industry, Direct Sales, Trade Marketing, Brand Management, Management, IRI, Distributed Team..., Winemaking, P&L Management, Key Account Management, Pricing Strategy, Retail, Sales Presentations, Grocery, AC Nielsen, Sales Operations, Inventory Management, POS, Wholesale
Education
Austin Peay State University 1994 — 1996
MS, Sports Administration
Methodist College 1989 — 1994
BS, Physical Education
Southern Guilford 1986 — 1989
HS Diploma
Tony Helies Tony Helies's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2007 - Present
Job Executive, wine industry and high tech
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Helies & Company 2008 - Present
Boston Leaders for Education 2008 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 2007 - Present
Codman Academy Charter School 2006 - Present
Allegro Software Development Corporation 1996 - Present
More Than Words 2006 - June 2015
Project Place 2002 - June 2012
Social Venture Partners Boston 2003 - June 2011
Walnut Venture Associates 1996 - 2004
Concord Communications 1985 - 1996
Skills
Non-profits, Sales, Venture Capital, Consulting, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Business Strategy, Management Consulting, Leadership, Nonprofits, Strategy, Program Management
Education
Harvard Business School 1972 — 1974
MBA
Northeastern University 1968 — 1971
MSEE, Electronics
Lehigh University 1963 — 1967
BSEE, Electronics
Helies & Company 2008 - Present
Boston Leaders for Education 2008 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 2007 - Present
Codman Academy Charter School 2006 - Present
Allegro Software Development Corporation 1996 - Present
More Than Words 2006 - June 2015
Project Place 2002 - June 2012
Social Venture Partners Boston 2003 - June 2011
Walnut Venture Associates 1996 - 2004
Concord Communications 1985 - 1996
Skills
Non-profits, Sales, Venture Capital, Consulting, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Business Strategy, Management Consulting, Leadership, Nonprofits, Strategy, Program Management
Education
Harvard Business School 1972 — 1974
MBA
Northeastern University 1968 — 1971
MSEE, Electronics
Lehigh University 1963 — 1967
BSEE, Electronics
Michelle Murray's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2006 - October 2009
Job Brand Marketing & Innovation Consultant * 15+ yrs brand building experience * Columbia MBA
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Brand Marketing & Innovation Consultant March 2015 - Present
Diageo February 2010 - February 2015
Kobrand Corporation January 2006 - October 2009
Allied Domecq May 2003 - December 2005
Kraft Foods Group June 2001 - April 2003
Revlon January 2000 - August 2000
General Mills January 1998 - August 1999
Law & Economics Consulting Group July 1996 - December 1997
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Customer Insight, Brand Architecture, Brand Management, Shopper Marketing, Innovation, Marketing Management, Sales Management, Consumer Products, Trade Marketing, Pricing, Marketing Strategy, FMCG, Innovation Management, Marketing Research, Brand Development, Innovation Development, Product Innovation, Budget Management, Market Planning, Project Management, Management, Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Communications, Cross-functional Team..., Market Research, Project Planning, Advertising, Product Development, Leadership, Business Planning, Digital Marketing, Global Marketing, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Segmentation, Sponsorship, Public Relations, Positioning, Market Analysis, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, P&L Management, Social Media, Product Marketing, Brand Equity, Online Marketing, Budgeting
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School 1999 — 2001
MBA, Marketing/Marketing Management, General
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business 1992 — 1996
BS, Marketing and Finance
Brand Marketing & Innovation Consultant March 2015 - Present
Diageo February 2010 - February 2015
Kobrand Corporation January 2006 - October 2009
Allied Domecq May 2003 - December 2005
Kraft Foods Group June 2001 - April 2003
Revlon January 2000 - August 2000
General Mills January 1998 - August 1999
Law & Economics Consulting Group July 1996 - December 1997
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Customer Insight, Brand Architecture, Brand Management, Shopper Marketing, Innovation, Marketing Management, Sales Management, Consumer Products, Trade Marketing, Pricing, Marketing Strategy, FMCG, Innovation Management, Marketing Research, Brand Development, Innovation Development, Product Innovation, Budget Management, Market Planning, Project Management, Management, Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Communications, Cross-functional Team..., Market Research, Project Planning, Advertising, Product Development, Leadership, Business Planning, Digital Marketing, Global Marketing, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Segmentation, Sponsorship, Public Relations, Positioning, Market Analysis, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, P&L Management, Social Media, Product Marketing, Brand Equity, Online Marketing, Budgeting
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School 1999 — 2001
MBA, Marketing/Marketing Management, General
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business 1992 — 1996
BS, Marketing and Finance
Denise (Shumway) Wallace's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 2008 - Present
Job Director of Strategic Planning and Business Development at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation June 2008 - Present
Church & Dwight May 2007 - August 2007
Citigroup Smith Barney July 2004 - July 2006
Citigroup Global Markets July 2002 - July 2004
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School 2006 — 2008
MBA, Marketing, Management
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School 1998 — 2002
BA and BS, Huntsman Program in International Studies & Business
Wine & Spirit Education Trust
DWS - Diploma in Wines & Spirits
Society of Wine Educators
CSW - Certified Specialist of Wine
Kobrand Corporation June 2008 - Present
Church & Dwight May 2007 - August 2007
Citigroup Smith Barney July 2004 - July 2006
Citigroup Global Markets July 2002 - July 2004
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School 2006 — 2008
MBA, Marketing, Management
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School 1998 — 2002
BA and BS, Huntsman Program in International Studies & Business
Wine & Spirit Education Trust
DWS - Diploma in Wines & Spirits
Society of Wine Educators
CSW - Certified Specialist of Wine
Brian Simms's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 1998 - May 2001
Job
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Greystone Healthcare Management December 2006 - Present
Williams Lea December 2003 - December 2006
Washington Mutual Finance April 2003 - December 2003
Weber Shandwick May 2001 - January 2003
Kobrand Corporation August 1998 - May 2001
Skills
Troubleshooting, XP, Citrix, Windows Server 2003, Desktop Support, Network Security, Laptops, Microsoft Office, Word, Customer Service, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Windows, Customer Relations, Active Directory, Problem Solving, Strategic Planning, Photoshop, Team Building, Computer Hardware, Documentation, SharePoint, System Administration, Inventory Management, Social Media, DNS, DHCP, Windows Server, Hardware, Printers, VNC, Sysprep, Software Installation, Blackberry, Workstations, Wireless, Windows 7, Servers, Windows Server 2008, Network Administration, A+ Certified, Group Policy, Switches, HIPAA, Third Party Vendor..., Technical Training, Coaching Staff, Citrix Metaframe
Education
City University of New York-Queens College 1993 — 1997
BA
Greystone Healthcare Management December 2006 - Present
Williams Lea December 2003 - December 2006
Washington Mutual Finance April 2003 - December 2003
Weber Shandwick May 2001 - January 2003
Kobrand Corporation August 1998 - May 2001
Skills
Troubleshooting, XP, Citrix, Windows Server 2003, Desktop Support, Network Security, Laptops, Microsoft Office, Word, Customer Service, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Windows, Customer Relations, Active Directory, Problem Solving, Strategic Planning, Photoshop, Team Building, Computer Hardware, Documentation, SharePoint, System Administration, Inventory Management, Social Media, DNS, DHCP, Windows Server, Hardware, Printers, VNC, Sysprep, Software Installation, Blackberry, Workstations, Wireless, Windows 7, Servers, Windows Server 2008, Network Administration, A+ Certified, Group Policy, Switches, HIPAA, Third Party Vendor..., Technical Training, Coaching Staff, Citrix Metaframe
Education
City University of New York-Queens College 1993 — 1997
BA
Michael Venezia MA CSW CSS's Kobrand Corporation Experience March 1981 - January 1988
Job Corporate Director of Education United Distributors Inc.
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Georgia State University 2002 - Present
United Distributors Inc. January 1988 - Present
Kobrand Corporation March 1981 - January 1988
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Wine Lists, Food & Beverage, Event Management, Restaurants, Event Planning, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Brand Management, Hospitality, Restaurant Management, Beer, Trade Shows, Market Planning, Food, Social Networking, Social Media, Menu Development
Education
Georgia State University 2003 — 2014
Adjunct Professor of Hospitality Administration
Fairfield University 1968 — 1974
Bachalor of Arts, Master of Arts, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Georgia State University 2002 - Present
United Distributors Inc. January 1988 - Present
Kobrand Corporation March 1981 - January 1988
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Wine Lists, Food & Beverage, Event Management, Restaurants, Event Planning, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Brand Management, Hospitality, Restaurant Management, Beer, Trade Shows, Market Planning, Food, Social Networking, Social Media, Menu Development
Education
Georgia State University 2003 — 2014
Adjunct Professor of Hospitality Administration
Fairfield University 1968 — 1974
Bachalor of Arts, Master of Arts, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Kristin Zangrilli's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2005 - 2007
Job Director of Marketing & Communications
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Henriot Inc. February 2008 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 2005 - 2007
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Brand Management, Alcoholic Beverages, Winemaking, Menu Development, Event Management, Food, Public Relations, Market Planning, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Wineries, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Trade Marketing, Beer, Marketing, Hospitality, Event Planning, Marketing Management
Education
The Culinary Institute of America 1995 — 1996
Central Michigan University
BS, Psychology
Henriot Inc. February 2008 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 2005 - 2007
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Brand Management, Alcoholic Beverages, Winemaking, Menu Development, Event Management, Food, Public Relations, Market Planning, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Wineries, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Trade Marketing, Beer, Marketing, Hospitality, Event Planning, Marketing Management
Education
The Culinary Institute of America 1995 — 1996
Central Michigan University
BS, Psychology
Renee Lambremont Fos's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2012 - Present
Job Regional Sales ProfessionalWine and Spirits
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation January 2012 - Present
Paul Bologna Fine Wines 2010 - January 2012
Hess Collection Winery 2007 - 2010
Terlato Wines International 2002 - 2007
Terlato Wines International 1995 - 2002
Skills
Alcoholic Beverages, Wine, Wine Tasting, Sales, Wineries, Brand Management, Beverage Industry, Marketing Strategy, Distributors, Trade Marketing, CRM, Sales Management, Market Planning, Pricing, Distributed Team..., Key Account Development, Marketing, Brand Development
Education
Loyola University New Orleans
BA, Communications and Marketing
Kobrand Corporation January 2012 - Present
Paul Bologna Fine Wines 2010 - January 2012
Hess Collection Winery 2007 - 2010
Terlato Wines International 2002 - 2007
Terlato Wines International 1995 - 2002
Skills
Alcoholic Beverages, Wine, Wine Tasting, Sales, Wineries, Brand Management, Beverage Industry, Marketing Strategy, Distributors, Trade Marketing, CRM, Sales Management, Market Planning, Pricing, Distributed Team..., Key Account Development, Marketing, Brand Development
Education
Loyola University New Orleans
BA, Communications and Marketing
Linda Bolanos's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Human Resources Associate at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Kobrand Corporation January 2013 - Present
Central Hudson Gas & Electric February 2011 - January 2012
Commerzbank AG March 2005 - October 2010
Eurohypo AG, New York Branch March 2005 - August 2008
IDB Bank August 2003 - March 2005
BNY November 1998 - May 2003
Skills
Employee Relations, Deferred Compensation, HRIS, Talent Management, Human Resources, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Succession Planning, Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, ADP Payroll, PeopleSoft
Education
International Wine & Spirits Center 2014 — 2014
WSET Intermediate Certification
Mercy College 2011 — 2012
Master of Sciene, Human Resource Management
Berkeley College 2000 — 2002
Bachelors, Business Administration
Berkeley College 1995 — 1997
Associate, Business Administration
Kobrand Corporation January 2013 - Present
Central Hudson Gas & Electric February 2011 - January 2012
Commerzbank AG March 2005 - October 2010
Eurohypo AG, New York Branch March 2005 - August 2008
IDB Bank August 2003 - March 2005
BNY November 1998 - May 2003
Skills
Employee Relations, Deferred Compensation, HRIS, Talent Management, Human Resources, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Succession Planning, Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, ADP Payroll, PeopleSoft
Education
International Wine & Spirits Center 2014 — 2014
WSET Intermediate Certification
Mercy College 2011 — 2012
Master of Sciene, Human Resource Management
Berkeley College 2000 — 2002
Bachelors, Business Administration
Berkeley College 1995 — 1997
Associate, Business Administration
Nina Scupp's Kobrand Corporation Experience February 2010 - March 2011
Job M.Ed. Candidate at Harvard Graduate School of Education
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Harvard Graduate School of Education June 2011 - Present
Kobrand Corporation February 2010 - March 2011
Janghak Language Institute October 2008 - October 2009
Dickinson Magazine September 2006 - August 2007
Education
Harvard Graduate School of Education 2011 — 2012
M.Ed.
Dickinson College 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, English
University of Yaounde, Cameroon, West Africa 2007 — 2007
English, Sociology
Harvard Graduate School of Education June 2011 - Present
Kobrand Corporation February 2010 - March 2011
Janghak Language Institute October 2008 - October 2009
Dickinson Magazine September 2006 - August 2007
Education
Harvard Graduate School of Education 2011 — 2012
M.Ed.
Dickinson College 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, English
University of Yaounde, Cameroon, West Africa 2007 — 2007
English, Sociology
Dennis Kreps's Kobrand Corporation Experience 1994 - 1996
Job Owner / National Sales Manager
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Quintessential WInes 2002 - Present
Caravelle 1999 - 2002
Marquis Selections 1996 - 1999
Kobrand Corporation 1994 - 1996
Major Brands 1992 - 1994
Skills
Account Management, Food, Beverage Industry, Wine Tasting, Sales, Alcoholic Beverages, Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Food Pairing, IRI, Wineries, Beer, Retail, Wine, Key Account Development, Distributed Team..., Sales Management, Restaurants, Brand Management, Marketing, Food & Beverage, Distributors, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Winemaking, Pricing, Event Management
Education
Missouri State University 1988 — 1991
Sales and Marketing
Quintessential WInes 2002 - Present
Caravelle 1999 - 2002
Marquis Selections 1996 - 1999
Kobrand Corporation 1994 - 1996
Major Brands 1992 - 1994
Skills
Account Management, Food, Beverage Industry, Wine Tasting, Sales, Alcoholic Beverages, Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Food Pairing, IRI, Wineries, Beer, Retail, Wine, Key Account Development, Distributed Team..., Sales Management, Restaurants, Brand Management, Marketing, Food & Beverage, Distributors, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Winemaking, Pricing, Event Management
Education
Missouri State University 1988 — 1991
Sales and Marketing
Michael Quinttus's Kobrand Corporation Experience November 1985 - March 2004
Job President/CEO at VINTUS
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
VINTUS April 2004 - Present
Kobrand Corporation November 1985 - March 2004
Education
Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
The Ohio State University
Bachelor's degree
Yale Law School
Doctor of Law (JD)
VINTUS April 2004 - Present
Kobrand Corporation November 1985 - March 2004
Education
Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
The Ohio State University
Bachelor's degree
Yale Law School
Doctor of Law (JD)
Henry Kappelmier's Kobrand Corporation Experience July 1985 - January 1988
Job Executive Hospital Sales Specialist at AstraZeneca
Industry Pharmaceuticals
Experience
AstraZeneca June 1988 - Present
Kobrand Corporation July 1985 - January 1988
Skills
Hospitals, Gastroenterology, Pharmaceutical Sales, Cardiology, Hospital Sales, Pulmonology, Managed Care, Neurology, Sales Effectiveness, Urology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology, Product Launch
Education
Adelphi University 1982 — 1985
St. John's University 1980 — 1982
Farmingdale State College 1978 — 1980
Lynbrook High School 1974 — 1978
AstraZeneca June 1988 - Present
Kobrand Corporation July 1985 - January 1988
Skills
Hospitals, Gastroenterology, Pharmaceutical Sales, Cardiology, Hospital Sales, Pulmonology, Managed Care, Neurology, Sales Effectiveness, Urology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology, Product Launch
Education
Adelphi University 1982 — 1985
St. John's University 1980 — 1982
Farmingdale State College 1978 — 1980
Lynbrook High School 1974 — 1978
Jeff Donegan's Kobrand Corporation Experience July 2010 - November 2012
Job Marketing Professional
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. November 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation July 2010 - November 2012
Kobrand Corporation February 2005 - July 2010
Corporate Executive Board 2003 - 2004
Education
American University 1998 — 2002
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. November 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation July 2010 - November 2012
Kobrand Corporation February 2005 - July 2010
Corporate Executive Board 2003 - 2004
Education
American University 1998 — 2002
Cheryl Talley's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2007 - April 2012
Job Marketing Manager at Marnier Lapostolle Inc
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Marnier Lapostolle Inc May 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation August 2007 - April 2012
Kobrand Corporation July 2006 - July 2007
Coty Beauty November 2003 - July 2006
Clarins July 2003 - November 2003
Skills
Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Products, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Marketing Communications, Customer Insight, Advertising, Marketing, Social Media, Strategy, Public Relations, Marketing Research
Education
Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management 1999 — 2003
BBA, Marketing
Marnier Lapostolle Inc May 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation August 2007 - April 2012
Kobrand Corporation July 2006 - July 2007
Coty Beauty November 2003 - July 2006
Clarins July 2003 - November 2003
Skills
Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Products, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Marketing Communications, Customer Insight, Advertising, Marketing, Social Media, Strategy, Public Relations, Marketing Research
Education
Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management 1999 — 2003
BBA, Marketing
Jo Ann Craner's Kobrand Corporation Experience March 2008 - Present
Job Senior Brand Marketing Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation March 2008 - Present
Schieffelin and Somerset 1987 - 2000
Schieffelin &Somerset-- a joint venture between LVMH and Diageo 1985 - 2000
Skills
Wine & Spirits Industry, Brand Management, Marketing, Strategy, Management, Trade Marketing, Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine
Education
New York University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Marketing and Psychology
Kobrand Corporation March 2008 - Present
Schieffelin and Somerset 1987 - 2000
Schieffelin &Somerset-- a joint venture between LVMH and Diageo 1985 - 2000
Skills
Wine & Spirits Industry, Brand Management, Marketing, Strategy, Management, Trade Marketing, Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine
Education
New York University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Marketing and Psychology
Tom Boswell's Kobrand Corporation Experience March 2015 - Present
Job North Central Regional Chain Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Kobrand Corporation March 2015 - Present
DFV Wines June 2012 - November 2014
E&J Gallo Winery March 2009 - June 2012
Wirtz Beverage Group July 2008 - February 2009
Glazer's Distributors March 2007 - June 2008
Glazer's Distributors March 2006 - February 2007
Union Beverage August 2005 - February 2006
Johnson Brothers Liquor Co. June 2004 - July 2005
Johnson Brothers Liquor Co. October 2003 - May 2004
Wynright Corporation 2001 - 2003
Skills
Wine, Account Management, Sales, Key Account Management, National Accounts, Key Account Development, Nielsen, New Business Development, Brand Development, Nielsen Data, Beverage Industry, Alcoholic Beverages, Winemaking, Beer, Retail, Pricing, Market Planning, IRI, Trade Marketing, Sales Management, Sales Presentations, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Advertising, Food Pairing, Merchandising, Sales Operations, Consumer Products, Wineries, Wine & Spirits Industry, Distributors, AC Nielsen, Food, Direct Sales, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Management, Selling, Negotiation, Cold Calling, Spectra, Brand Management, Wine Pairing, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Event Management, Event Planning
Education
Bradley University 1997 — 2001
Communications, Advertising
Kewanee High School 1992 — 1996
Visitation School 1984 — 1992
Kobrand Corporation March 2015 - Present
DFV Wines June 2012 - November 2014
E&J Gallo Winery March 2009 - June 2012
Wirtz Beverage Group July 2008 - February 2009
Glazer's Distributors March 2007 - June 2008
Glazer's Distributors March 2006 - February 2007
Union Beverage August 2005 - February 2006
Johnson Brothers Liquor Co. June 2004 - July 2005
Johnson Brothers Liquor Co. October 2003 - May 2004
Wynright Corporation 2001 - 2003
Skills
Wine, Account Management, Sales, Key Account Management, National Accounts, Key Account Development, Nielsen, New Business Development, Brand Development, Nielsen Data, Beverage Industry, Alcoholic Beverages, Winemaking, Beer, Retail, Pricing, Market Planning, IRI, Trade Marketing, Sales Management, Sales Presentations, Wine Tasting, Marketing, Advertising, Food Pairing, Merchandising, Sales Operations, Consumer Products, Wineries, Wine & Spirits Industry, Distributors, AC Nielsen, Food, Direct Sales, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Management, Selling, Negotiation, Cold Calling, Spectra, Brand Management, Wine Pairing, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Event Management, Event Planning
Education
Bradley University 1997 — 2001
Communications, Advertising
Kewanee High School 1992 — 1996
Visitation School 1984 — 1992
Lorraine Hale's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 1998 - June 2000
Job Director of Marketing
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Bimbo Bakeries USA September 2000 - Present
Kobrand Corporation January 1998 - June 2000
Kobrand Corporation May 1988 - January 1998
Sid Paterson Advertising January 1985 - May 1988
Skills
Customer Insight, Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Products, Integrated Marketing, Brand Development, Marketing Management, Competitive Analysis, Market Planning, Brand Equity, Cross-functional Team..., Trade Marketing, Marketing, FMCG, P&L Management, Management
Education
Adelphi University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Education
Saint John's University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing & Communications
Bimbo Bakeries USA September 2000 - Present
Kobrand Corporation January 1998 - June 2000
Kobrand Corporation May 1988 - January 1998
Sid Paterson Advertising January 1985 - May 1988
Skills
Customer Insight, Brand Management, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Products, Integrated Marketing, Brand Development, Marketing Management, Competitive Analysis, Market Planning, Brand Equity, Cross-functional Team..., Trade Marketing, Marketing, FMCG, P&L Management, Management
Education
Adelphi University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Education
Saint John's University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing & Communications
Simone Iacopini's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Sales Brand Manager Italian Wine Portfolio Specialist Northeastern USA at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation January 2014 - Present
Vias Imports LTD April 2011 - January 2014
Lis Neris Winery, Friuli July 2010 - March 2011
Panariagroup September 2007 - October 2010
Indesit Company June 2005 - September 2007
Skills
Wine, Italian, Negotiation, Food & Beverage, Account Management, Sales Management, Market Planning, Marketing Strategy, Trade Marketing, Key Account Management, Marketing Management, Key Account Development, Sales, Wineries, FMCG, Retail
Education
MIB School of Management 2004 — 2005
MBA, International Business
American University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations
Kobrand Corporation January 2014 - Present
Vias Imports LTD April 2011 - January 2014
Lis Neris Winery, Friuli July 2010 - March 2011
Panariagroup September 2007 - October 2010
Indesit Company June 2005 - September 2007
Skills
Wine, Italian, Negotiation, Food & Beverage, Account Management, Sales Management, Market Planning, Marketing Strategy, Trade Marketing, Key Account Management, Marketing Management, Key Account Development, Sales, Wineries, FMCG, Retail
Education
MIB School of Management 2004 — 2005
MBA, International Business
American University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations
Matthew Semancik's Kobrand Corporation Experience March 2014 - Present
Job District Manager Orange County at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation March 2014 - Present
Mission Wines November 2008 - March 2014
MatthewCooks Catering April 2006 - November 2008
Barbara West at the Peacock Café August 2006 - November 2007
Ortolan January 2006 - April 2006
Sissinou August 2005 - November 2005
Bastide May 2005 - August 2005
SPECTRE Entertainment Group, INC. May 1997 - April 2004
American Recordings / Warner Bros Records August 1995 - February 1997
Skills
Wine Tasting, Food Pairing, Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Fine Dining, Restaurant Management, Food, Menu Development, Culinary Skills, Cocktails, Event Management, Beverage Industry, Chef, Catering, Retail, Sales, Cuisine, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Wineries, Dinners, New Restaurant Openings
Education
Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET) 2013 — 2013
WSET Level 3 Award, Wine and Spirits
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Pasadena 2004 — 2005
Associate's degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training
University of California, San Diego 1990 — 1995
BS, Molecular Biology / Genetics
Kobrand Corporation March 2014 - Present
Mission Wines November 2008 - March 2014
MatthewCooks Catering April 2006 - November 2008
Barbara West at the Peacock Café August 2006 - November 2007
Ortolan January 2006 - April 2006
Sissinou August 2005 - November 2005
Bastide May 2005 - August 2005
SPECTRE Entertainment Group, INC. May 1997 - April 2004
American Recordings / Warner Bros Records August 1995 - February 1997
Skills
Wine Tasting, Food Pairing, Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Fine Dining, Restaurant Management, Food, Menu Development, Culinary Skills, Cocktails, Event Management, Beverage Industry, Chef, Catering, Retail, Sales, Cuisine, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Wineries, Dinners, New Restaurant Openings
Education
Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET) 2013 — 2013
WSET Level 3 Award, Wine and Spirits
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Pasadena 2004 — 2005
Associate's degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training
University of California, San Diego 1990 — 1995
BS, Molecular Biology / Genetics
Lars Guy's Kobrand Corporation Experience July 1994 - Present
Job State Manager, Connecticut at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation July 1994 - Present
Education
Monmouth University
Kobrand Corporation July 1994 - Present
Education
Monmouth University
Kelvin Calhoun's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2008 - March 2015
Job Regional Sales Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation January 2008 - March 2015
Kobrand Corporation October 2000 - January 2008
Skills
Sales Management, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Pricing, Sales Operations, Key Account Development, Retail, Brand Management, Food
Education
Drake University 1981 — 1985
Drake University
Kobrand Corporation January 2008 - March 2015
Kobrand Corporation October 2000 - January 2008
Skills
Sales Management, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Pricing, Sales Operations, Key Account Development, Retail, Brand Management, Food
Education
Drake University 1981 — 1985
Drake University
Benita Plume's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 2015 - Present
Job District Manager Northern Illinois for Kobrand
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Kobrand Corporation June 2015 - Present
Kenwood Vineyards November 2013 - Present
Wirtz Beverage Group March 2007 - October 2013
ARAMARK September 2004 - February 2007
Skills
Beverage Industry, Wine, Pricing, Sales, Beer, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine Tasting, New Business Development, Inventory Management, Key Account Development, Marketing Strategy, IRI, Brand Management, Food & Beverage, Menu Development
Education
Northern Illinois University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
Kobrand Corporation June 2015 - Present
Kenwood Vineyards November 2013 - Present
Wirtz Beverage Group March 2007 - October 2013
ARAMARK September 2004 - February 2007
Skills
Beverage Industry, Wine, Pricing, Sales, Beer, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine Tasting, New Business Development, Inventory Management, Key Account Development, Marketing Strategy, IRI, Brand Management, Food & Beverage, Menu Development
Education
Northern Illinois University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
Chris Himmelberg's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2000 - Present
Job CA State Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation August 2000 - Present
Kobrand Corporation August 2000 - November 2011
Wine Warehouse August 1999 - August 2000
Education
San Diego State University-California State University 1987 — 1992
Kobrand Corporation August 2000 - Present
Kobrand Corporation August 2000 - November 2011
Wine Warehouse August 1999 - August 2000
Education
San Diego State University-California State University 1987 — 1992
Catherine FONTAINE CUTIER's Kobrand Corporation Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Director of Public Relations at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Kobrand Corporation January 2014 - Present
Self-employed September 2013 - December 2013
Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits (aka W.J. Deutsch & Sons) February 2011 - July 2013
W.J. Deutsch & Sons September 2009 - March 2011
DEUSSEN GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS (New York, NY) October 2007 - March 2009
SOPEXA/Food & Wines from France (Paris, France) January 2004 - July 2007
SOPEXA USA (New York, NY) June 2002 - December 2003
DESTINATION FRANCE (New York, NY) January 2001 - June 2002
DESTINATION FRANCE (New York, NY) April 2000 - December 2000
Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Integrated Marketing, Event Management, Press Releases, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Wine, Brand Development, Marketing, Trade Shows, Market Research, Event Planning, Advertising, Strategy, CRM, Corporate Communications, Management, Media Planning, Marketing Communications, Brand Management, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Newsletters, Wine Tasting, Leadership, Digital Marketing, Marketing Management, Market Planning, Retail, Social Media, Relationship Marketing, Direct Marketing, Brand Awareness, Online Advertising, Facebook, Crisis Communications, International Marketing, Marketing Research
Education
Lycee Pierre d'Ailly 2000 — 2004
Audencia (Business School of Nantes, France) 1996 — 1999
Master Degree, Marketing
Bowling Green State University
Master Degree, Marketing
Kobrand Corporation January 2014 - Present
Self-employed September 2013 - December 2013
Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits (aka W.J. Deutsch & Sons) February 2011 - July 2013
W.J. Deutsch & Sons September 2009 - March 2011
DEUSSEN GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS (New York, NY) October 2007 - March 2009
SOPEXA/Food & Wines from France (Paris, France) January 2004 - July 2007
SOPEXA USA (New York, NY) June 2002 - December 2003
DESTINATION FRANCE (New York, NY) January 2001 - June 2002
DESTINATION FRANCE (New York, NY) April 2000 - December 2000
Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Integrated Marketing, Event Management, Press Releases, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Wine, Brand Development, Marketing, Trade Shows, Market Research, Event Planning, Advertising, Strategy, CRM, Corporate Communications, Management, Media Planning, Marketing Communications, Brand Management, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Newsletters, Wine Tasting, Leadership, Digital Marketing, Marketing Management, Market Planning, Retail, Social Media, Relationship Marketing, Direct Marketing, Brand Awareness, Online Advertising, Facebook, Crisis Communications, International Marketing, Marketing Research
Education
Lycee Pierre d'Ailly 2000 — 2004
Audencia (Business School of Nantes, France) 1996 — 1999
Master Degree, Marketing
Bowling Green State University
Master Degree, Marketing
Elon Bliden's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2010 - Present
Job Wine Specialist
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation August 2010 - Present
Midway Liquors November 2008 - August 2010
A. Bright Idea Advertising and Public Relations June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Sales, Account Management, Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Wine Tasting, Wine, Alcoholic Beverages, Facebook, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Food, Brand Development
Education
Elon University 2004 — 2008
B. A., Communications, Political Science
Kobrand Corporation August 2010 - Present
Midway Liquors November 2008 - August 2010
A. Bright Idea Advertising and Public Relations June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Sales, Account Management, Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Wine Tasting, Wine, Alcoholic Beverages, Facebook, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Food, Brand Development
Education
Elon University 2004 — 2008
B. A., Communications, Political Science
Nicole Gilberts's Kobrand Corporation Experience March 2012 - Present
Job District Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation March 2012 - Present
Wine Warehouse May 2010 - June 2012
Youngs Market Company May 2008 - May 2010
Orfila Winery March 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Wine Education, Wine Knowledge, Wine Marketing, Wine, Sales Management, Event Management, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Distributed Team..., Hospitality Industry, Restaurants, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Food Pairing, Sales, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Winemaking, Food, Key Account Development, Food, Beer
Education
Colorado State University 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Natural Resources/Business
Kobrand Corporation March 2012 - Present
Wine Warehouse May 2010 - June 2012
Youngs Market Company May 2008 - May 2010
Orfila Winery March 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Wine Education, Wine Knowledge, Wine Marketing, Wine, Sales Management, Event Management, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Distributed Team..., Hospitality Industry, Restaurants, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Food Pairing, Sales, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Winemaking, Food, Key Account Development, Food, Beer
Education
Colorado State University 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Natural Resources/Business
Scott Leverenz's Kobrand Corporation Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Regional Manager Ma & RI at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Kobrand Corporation May 2015 - Present
Kobrand Corporation March 2012 - Present
Del Frisco's Boston January 2011 - March 2012
Grill 23 April 2010 - January 2011
Top of the Hub October 2006 - May 2010
Top of the Hub June 2005 - October 2009
Harvard Club of Boston October 2003 - July 2006
Skills
Hospitality Management, Food, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Wine, Hospitality, Purchasing, Event Management, Event Planning, Budget, Inventory Management, Restaurant Management, Menu Development, Fine Dining, Negotiation, Alcoholic Beverages, Sales, Beverage Industry, Food Pairing, Wine Tasting, Hotels, Beer, Wineries, Budgets, Wine & Spirits Industry, Banquets
Education
Boston University 2002 — 2006
BS, AS, Communications, advertising, marketing, Business Management
Court of Master Sommeliers 2008 — 2008
Certified Sommelier, Wine Steward/Sommelier
Kobrand Corporation May 2015 - Present
Kobrand Corporation March 2012 - Present
Del Frisco's Boston January 2011 - March 2012
Grill 23 April 2010 - January 2011
Top of the Hub October 2006 - May 2010
Top of the Hub June 2005 - October 2009
Harvard Club of Boston October 2003 - July 2006
Skills
Hospitality Management, Food, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Wine, Hospitality, Purchasing, Event Management, Event Planning, Budget, Inventory Management, Restaurant Management, Menu Development, Fine Dining, Negotiation, Alcoholic Beverages, Sales, Beverage Industry, Food Pairing, Wine Tasting, Hotels, Beer, Wineries, Budgets, Wine & Spirits Industry, Banquets
Education
Boston University 2002 — 2006
BS, AS, Communications, advertising, marketing, Business Management
Court of Master Sommeliers 2008 — 2008
Certified Sommelier, Wine Steward/Sommelier
Emiliano Monchiero's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2013 - Present
Job Brand Ambassador Italian Portfolio at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation August 2013 - Present
Constellation Wines US March 2010 - July 2013
Sirio Ristorante-Aria Resort-City Center November 2009 - March 2010
Moet Hennessy USA March 2007 - June 2008
DeLuca Liquor and Wine March 2003 - March 2007
Panevino Italian Restaurant December 2002 - March 2003
Commander's Palace July 2000 - March 2002
Skills
Wine
Education
Scuola Normale Superiore 1983 — 1988
Diploma, Electrotechnic
Kobrand Corporation August 2013 - Present
Constellation Wines US March 2010 - July 2013
Sirio Ristorante-Aria Resort-City Center November 2009 - March 2010
Moet Hennessy USA March 2007 - June 2008
DeLuca Liquor and Wine March 2003 - March 2007
Panevino Italian Restaurant December 2002 - March 2003
Commander's Palace July 2000 - March 2002
Skills
Wine
Education
Scuola Normale Superiore 1983 — 1988
Diploma, Electrotechnic
David Jespersen, CSW, CSS's Kobrand Corporation Experience May 1993 - February 2001
Job Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits, District Manager
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
W.J. Deutsch & Sons July 2005 - Present
WJ Deutsch and Sons, Ltd July 2005 - Present
House of Burgundy March 2004 - July 2005
Caravelle Wines May 2002 - December 2003
Kobrand Corporation May 1993 - February 2001
Arizona Beverage Distributing Co. January 1989 - May 1993
Mancuso's Restaurants January 1986 - March 1989
Skills
Beverage Industry, Wine Tasting, National Accounts, Alcoholic Beverages, Key Account Development, Wine Education, Wine Sales, Wine Knowledge, Food & Beverage, Sales Management, Budgeting, Customer Relations, Pricing, Market Planning, Promotions, Restaurants, Account Management, Key Account Management, Wine Marketing, Wine Pairing, Inventory Management, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Staff Training, Wine Lists, Sales Presentations, Budgets, Wine, Sales Operations, Beer, Wine & Spirits Industry, Wineries, Trade Marketing, Distributors, Food Pairing, Distributed Team..., P&L Management, Pricing Strategy, IRI, Income Statement, Brand Management, Grocery, AC Nielsen, Shopper Marketing, Consumer Products, Merchandising, Food, FMCG, Forecasting, Retail
Education
Society of Wine Educators 2013 — 2014
Cerified Specialist of Spirits, Worldwide Spirits Industry, A
Society of Wine Educators 2011 — 2012
Cerified Specialist of Wine, Worldwide Wine Industry, B+
Iowa State University 1978 — 1984
Business Administration and Management, General
W.J. Deutsch & Sons July 2005 - Present
WJ Deutsch and Sons, Ltd July 2005 - Present
House of Burgundy March 2004 - July 2005
Caravelle Wines May 2002 - December 2003
Kobrand Corporation May 1993 - February 2001
Arizona Beverage Distributing Co. January 1989 - May 1993
Mancuso's Restaurants January 1986 - March 1989
Skills
Beverage Industry, Wine Tasting, National Accounts, Alcoholic Beverages, Key Account Development, Wine Education, Wine Sales, Wine Knowledge, Food & Beverage, Sales Management, Budgeting, Customer Relations, Pricing, Market Planning, Promotions, Restaurants, Account Management, Key Account Management, Wine Marketing, Wine Pairing, Inventory Management, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Staff Training, Wine Lists, Sales Presentations, Budgets, Wine, Sales Operations, Beer, Wine & Spirits Industry, Wineries, Trade Marketing, Distributors, Food Pairing, Distributed Team..., P&L Management, Pricing Strategy, IRI, Income Statement, Brand Management, Grocery, AC Nielsen, Shopper Marketing, Consumer Products, Merchandising, Food, FMCG, Forecasting, Retail
Education
Society of Wine Educators 2013 — 2014
Cerified Specialist of Spirits, Worldwide Spirits Industry, A
Society of Wine Educators 2011 — 2012
Cerified Specialist of Wine, Worldwide Wine Industry, B+
Iowa State University 1978 — 1984
Business Administration and Management, General
Lydia Wagner's Kobrand Corporation Experience September 1997 - Present
Job Metro NY Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation September 1997 - Present
Youngs Market Company September 1993 - August 1997
Sunrise Aviation September 1988 - September 1991
Education
University of Arizona 1980 — 1983
BA, Psychology, English
Ohio University 1977 — 1980
AAA, Aviation
Kobrand Corporation September 1997 - Present
Youngs Market Company September 1993 - August 1997
Sunrise Aviation September 1988 - September 1991
Education
University of Arizona 1980 — 1983
BA, Psychology, English
Ohio University 1977 — 1980
AAA, Aviation
Alejandra Price's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2006 - 2008
Job Corporate Paralegal at Brother International Corporation
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Brother International Corporation January 2014 - Present
Gutierrez & Associates February 2009 - October 2012
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee October 2008 - November 2008
Work for Progress September 2008 - October 2008
Kobrand Corporation 2006 - 2008
Binghamton University August 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Spanish, Management, Outlook, Time Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Access, Teamwork, Research, Office Management, Legal Writing, Policy, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Training, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Public Relations, Legal Research, Event Planning, Marketing, Trials, Nonprofits, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Editing, Social Networking, Public Policy, Event Management, Westlaw, Government, Corporate Law, Courts
Education
St. Thomas University 2008 — 2010
Masters in Science Management, Public Administration
Binghamton University 2002 — 2006
BA, Political Science, Africana Studies
WPHS
WPHS
Brother International Corporation January 2014 - Present
Gutierrez & Associates February 2009 - October 2012
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee October 2008 - November 2008
Work for Progress September 2008 - October 2008
Kobrand Corporation 2006 - 2008
Binghamton University August 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Spanish, Management, Outlook, Time Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Access, Teamwork, Research, Office Management, Legal Writing, Policy, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Training, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Public Relations, Legal Research, Event Planning, Marketing, Trials, Nonprofits, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Editing, Social Networking, Public Policy, Event Management, Westlaw, Government, Corporate Law, Courts
Education
St. Thomas University 2008 — 2010
Masters in Science Management, Public Administration
Binghamton University 2002 — 2006
BA, Political Science, Africana Studies
WPHS
WPHS
Debra Foden-Celso's Kobrand Corporation Experience October 1978 - January 2014
Job Promotion Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation October 1978 - January 2014
Kobrand Corporation October 1978 - September 2002
Education
Queensborough Community College 1972 — 1975
Nursing
Kobrand Corporation October 1978 - January 2014
Kobrand Corporation October 1978 - September 2002
Education
Queensborough Community College 1972 — 1975
Nursing
Stephanie Juliao's Kobrand Corporation Experience April 2012 - April 2013
Job Import Brand Developer, Peroni Nastro Azzurro at Team Enterprise
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
TEAM Enterprises June 2015 - Present
Stolen Rum August 2014 - February 2015
Legacy Marketing Partners July 2010 - August 2014
Kobrand Corporation April 2012 - April 2013
InDemand Networks August 2009 - May 2010
mktg': Wine & Spirits Division May 2008 - December 2008
Forums Event Design and Production November 2006 - April 2007
Tail Inc September 2005 - September 2006
Skills
Social Media, Promotions, Experiential Marketing, Relationship Marketing, Public Relations, Facebook, Marketing, Negotiation, Advertising, Event Planning, Event Management, Press Releases, Social Networking, Budgets, Brand Development, Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, CRM, Integrated Marketing, Sponsorship, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Entertainment, Online Marketing, Management, Email Marketing, Direct Sales, Key Account Development, Key Account Management, Retail Sales, Wine & Spirits Industry
Education
Pace University - Lubin School of Business 2007 — 2009
Master of Business Administration, Marketing
University of Miami 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
TEAM Enterprises June 2015 - Present
Stolen Rum August 2014 - February 2015
Legacy Marketing Partners July 2010 - August 2014
Kobrand Corporation April 2012 - April 2013
InDemand Networks August 2009 - May 2010
mktg': Wine & Spirits Division May 2008 - December 2008
Forums Event Design and Production November 2006 - April 2007
Tail Inc September 2005 - September 2006
Skills
Social Media, Promotions, Experiential Marketing, Relationship Marketing, Public Relations, Facebook, Marketing, Negotiation, Advertising, Event Planning, Event Management, Press Releases, Social Networking, Budgets, Brand Development, Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, CRM, Integrated Marketing, Sponsorship, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Entertainment, Online Marketing, Management, Email Marketing, Direct Sales, Key Account Development, Key Account Management, Retail Sales, Wine & Spirits Industry
Education
Pace University - Lubin School of Business 2007 — 2009
Master of Business Administration, Marketing
University of Miami 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Doug Burch's Kobrand Corporation Experience 1997 - 2003
Job Central Region Manager at Merryvale Vineyards
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Merryvale Vineyards 2014 - Present
Aveníu Brands 2011 - 2014
Oyster Bay Wines 2009 - 2011
Charles Krug Winery 2004 - 2009
Kobrand Corporation 1997 - 2003
Wirtz Beverage Group 1989 - 1996
E&J Gallo Winery 1986 - 1988
Skills
Alcoholic Beverages, Marketing Strategy, Market Planning, Account Management, Forecasting, New Business Development, Merchandising, Wineries, Retail, National Accounts, Negotiation, Sales, Brand Management, Sales Operations, Strategic Planning, Beverage Industry, Food Pairing, Beer, Food, IRI, Distributors, Grocery, P&L Management, P&L, Wine & Spirits Industry, Brand Development
Education
Arizona State University 1982 — 1986
BS, Economics, Geography
Merryvale Vineyards 2014 - Present
Aveníu Brands 2011 - 2014
Oyster Bay Wines 2009 - 2011
Charles Krug Winery 2004 - 2009
Kobrand Corporation 1997 - 2003
Wirtz Beverage Group 1989 - 1996
E&J Gallo Winery 1986 - 1988
Skills
Alcoholic Beverages, Marketing Strategy, Market Planning, Account Management, Forecasting, New Business Development, Merchandising, Wineries, Retail, National Accounts, Negotiation, Sales, Brand Management, Sales Operations, Strategic Planning, Beverage Industry, Food Pairing, Beer, Food, IRI, Distributors, Grocery, P&L Management, P&L, Wine & Spirits Industry, Brand Development
Education
Arizona State University 1982 — 1986
BS, Economics, Geography
Dana Ayers's Kobrand Corporation Experience December 1999 - May 2005
Job Marketing and Business Development Professional
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Pitney Bowes October 2009 - January 2011
CompONE Services September 2007 - March 2009
Medical Business Management, Inc. July 2005 - September 2007
Kobrand Corporation December 1999 - May 2005
United Liquors August 1994 - December 1999
Education
Boston College - Wallace E. Carroll Graduate School of Management 1991 — 1993
MBA, Strategic Management, International Marketing
University of Massachusetts Boston 1986 — 1991
BS, General Management, French
Pitney Bowes October 2009 - January 2011
CompONE Services September 2007 - March 2009
Medical Business Management, Inc. July 2005 - September 2007
Kobrand Corporation December 1999 - May 2005
United Liquors August 1994 - December 1999
Education
Boston College - Wallace E. Carroll Graduate School of Management 1991 — 1993
MBA, Strategic Management, International Marketing
University of Massachusetts Boston 1986 — 1991
BS, General Management, French
Janet Gallichio-Jacobsen's Kobrand Corporation Experience April 1996 - June 1998
Job NY/NJ regional Manager at V2 Wine Group
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
V2 Wine Group March 2014 - Present
Kenwood Vineyards July 2006 - March 2014
Heck Estates July 2006 - March 2014
Vincor USA January 2002 - July 2006
New York State April 1999 - January 2002
Kobrand Corporation April 1996 - June 1998
Peerless Importers April 1994 - April 1996
Westchester County October 1990 - April 1994
Education
Manhattan College 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
V2 Wine Group March 2014 - Present
Kenwood Vineyards July 2006 - March 2014
Heck Estates July 2006 - March 2014
Vincor USA January 2002 - July 2006
New York State April 1999 - January 2002
Kobrand Corporation April 1996 - June 1998
Peerless Importers April 1994 - April 1996
Westchester County October 1990 - April 1994
Education
Manhattan College 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Paul Lenhart's Kobrand Corporation Experience May 2006 - Present
Job Corporate Facility Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation May 2006 - Present
Diam International September 2004 - May 2006
Nordstrom August 1997 - September 2004
Education
DeVry University-Ohio
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
Kobrand Corporation May 2006 - Present
Diam International September 2004 - May 2006
Nordstrom August 1997 - September 2004
Education
DeVry University-Ohio
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
Carol Fuccione's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2004 - July 2005
Job District Manager at Vias Imports
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Vias Imports August 2012 - Present
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates July 2005 - August 2012
Kobrand Corporation 2004 - July 2005
Robert Mondavi 2002 - 2004
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Brand Management, Food, Food & Beverage, POS, Pricing, Restaurants, Sales Management, Forecasting, Hospitality, Sales, Merchandising, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Trade Marketing, Market Analysis, Sales Presentations, Wine Lists, Beverage Industry, Integrated Marketing, Wineries, Champagne
Education
New England Culinary Institute 1998 — 2000
Bachelors of Arts, Food and Beverage Management
New England Culinary Institute 1996 — 1998
Associates Degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Vias Imports August 2012 - Present
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates July 2005 - August 2012
Kobrand Corporation 2004 - July 2005
Robert Mondavi 2002 - 2004
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Brand Management, Food, Food & Beverage, POS, Pricing, Restaurants, Sales Management, Forecasting, Hospitality, Sales, Merchandising, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Trade Marketing, Market Analysis, Sales Presentations, Wine Lists, Beverage Industry, Integrated Marketing, Wineries, Champagne
Education
New England Culinary Institute 1998 — 2000
Bachelors of Arts, Food and Beverage Management
New England Culinary Institute 1996 — 1998
Associates Degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Lou Insel's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2001 - Present
Job Regional ManagerTX/OK/AR at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation 2001 - Present
Skills
Wine, Beer, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Food Pairing, Marketing Strategy, Food, Key Account Development, Pricing, Restaurants, Sales Management, Food & Beverage, Brand Management, Event Management, Wineries, Winemaking, Trade Marketing
Education
Certified Specialist in Wine from Society of Wine Educators 2008 — 2009
CSW, Wine
Hamilton College 1997 — 2001
BA, Philosophy
Kobrand Corporation 2001 - Present
Skills
Wine, Beer, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Food Pairing, Marketing Strategy, Food, Key Account Development, Pricing, Restaurants, Sales Management, Food & Beverage, Brand Management, Event Management, Wineries, Winemaking, Trade Marketing
Education
Certified Specialist in Wine from Society of Wine Educators 2008 — 2009
CSW, Wine
Hamilton College 1997 — 2001
BA, Philosophy
Gerard Yvernault's Kobrand Corporation Experience October 1965 - May 2006
Job Owner at Made in Jackson Hole
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
Made in Jackson Hole December 1989 - Present
Kobrand Corporation October 1965 - May 2006
Skills
Beer, Wine, Social Media, Winemaking, Marketing, Hospitality, Customer Service, Photography, Sales Management, Brand Management, Wineries, Alcoholic Beverages, Public Relations, Market Planning, Inventory Management, Brand Development, Luxury, Food, Sales, Distributors, Hospitality Industry, Event Management, Restaurants
Education
Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne
Made in Jackson Hole December 1989 - Present
Kobrand Corporation October 1965 - May 2006
Skills
Beer, Wine, Social Media, Winemaking, Marketing, Hospitality, Customer Service, Photography, Sales Management, Brand Management, Wineries, Alcoholic Beverages, Public Relations, Market Planning, Inventory Management, Brand Development, Luxury, Food, Sales, Distributors, Hospitality Industry, Event Management, Restaurants
Education
Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne
Bob DeRoose's Kobrand Corporation Experience March 1983 - Present
Job President and CEO at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation March 1983 - Present
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Alcoholic Beverages, Winemaking, Beer, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Food, Sales Management, Key Account Development, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Marketing, National Accounts
Education
DePaul University 1978 — 1983
MBA in Finance / BS in Finance and Marketing
Kobrand Corporation March 1983 - Present
Skills
Wine, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Alcoholic Beverages, Winemaking, Beer, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Food, Sales Management, Key Account Development, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Marketing, National Accounts
Education
DePaul University 1978 — 1983
MBA in Finance / BS in Finance and Marketing
Steve Raderstorf's Kobrand Corporation Experience October 2001 - March 2005
Job Territory Manager III at Boston Scientific
Industry Medical Devices
Experience
Boston Scientific September 2010 - Present
Carl Zeiss Meditec February 2008 - September 2010
Kerr Dental April 2005 - February 2008
Kobrand Corporation October 2001 - March 2005
Monarch Beverage August 1999 - October 2001
Skills
Capital Equipment, Direct Sales, Sales, Medical Devices, Sales Operations, Sales Management, Hospitals, Operating Room, Management, Managed Care, Marketing, Healthcare, Business Planning
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 1993 — 1997
Bachelors, Marketing, Management, International Studies
Boston Scientific September 2010 - Present
Carl Zeiss Meditec February 2008 - September 2010
Kerr Dental April 2005 - February 2008
Kobrand Corporation October 2001 - March 2005
Monarch Beverage August 1999 - October 2001
Skills
Capital Equipment, Direct Sales, Sales, Medical Devices, Sales Operations, Sales Management, Hospitals, Operating Room, Management, Managed Care, Marketing, Healthcare, Business Planning
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 1993 — 1997
Bachelors, Marketing, Management, International Studies
Matthew DeMelo's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2007 - November 2012
Job Marketing Analyst, CalPERS
Industry Government Administration
Experience
CalPERS November 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 2007 - November 2012
Youngs Market Company 2005 - 2007
Pacific Wine and Spirits 2002 - 2005
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Sales Presentations, Sales Management, Department Budget..., Expense Budget..., Employee Training, Customer Service
Education
American River College 2003 — 2006
AA, Business Administration and Management, General
CalPERS November 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation 2007 - November 2012
Youngs Market Company 2005 - 2007
Pacific Wine and Spirits 2002 - 2005
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Sales Presentations, Sales Management, Department Budget..., Expense Budget..., Employee Training, Customer Service
Education
American River College 2003 — 2006
AA, Business Administration and Management, General
Tara Plain's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2008 - 2010
Job Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
Industry Medical Practice
Experience
Kobrand Corporation 2008 - 2010
Skills
Social Media, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Market Research, Management, Customer Service
Education
Dominican College of Blauvelt 2011 — 2014
Master's degree, Occupational Therapy/Therapist
University of Maryland College Park 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General
Kobrand Corporation 2008 - 2010
Skills
Social Media, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Market Research, Management, Customer Service
Education
Dominican College of Blauvelt 2011 — 2014
Master's degree, Occupational Therapy/Therapist
University of Maryland College Park 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General
Todd Hedgpeth's Kobrand Corporation Experience July 2009 - March 2012
Job Regional Sales Manager at Whitehall Lane Winery
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Whitehall Lane Winery & Vineyards April 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation July 2009 - March 2012
E. & J. Gallo Winery January 2005 - May 2010
Skills
CSW, Sales Management, Excel, Microsoft Office, Customer Relations, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Wine, Negotiation, Wine Tasting, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Public Speaking, Budgeting, Access, Wine Knowledge, PowerPoint, Account Management, Problem Solving, Merchandising, Consultative Selling
Education
San Francisco State University 2002 — 2005
B.S, Sociology-Marketing
UCSB
Whitehall Lane Winery & Vineyards April 2012 - Present
Kobrand Corporation July 2009 - March 2012
E. & J. Gallo Winery January 2005 - May 2010
Skills
CSW, Sales Management, Excel, Microsoft Office, Customer Relations, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Wine, Negotiation, Wine Tasting, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Public Speaking, Budgeting, Access, Wine Knowledge, PowerPoint, Account Management, Problem Solving, Merchandising, Consultative Selling
Education
San Francisco State University 2002 — 2005
B.S, Sociology-Marketing
UCSB
Ken Sandbach's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2006 - 2009
Job Sommelier at Caesars Entertainment Corporation
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Caesars Entertainment Corporation June 2014 - Present
Crush Wines May 2011 - May 2014
Beam Global Spirits & Wine May 2009 - September 2010
Kobrand Corporation 2006 - 2009
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1990 — 1995
BA, English
Caesars Entertainment Corporation June 2014 - Present
Crush Wines May 2011 - May 2014
Beam Global Spirits & Wine May 2009 - September 2010
Kobrand Corporation 2006 - 2009
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1990 — 1995
BA, English
Tom Crippen's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 1986 - October 1998
Job
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Steen Armament Reserch Company April 2015 - Present
The Rumson Country Club October 2001 - Present
Kobrand Corporation August 1986 - October 1998
Kobrand Corporation September 1986 - September 1998
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Import, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Sales Management, Business Strategy, New Business Development
Education
Seton Hall University 1974 — 1976
MBA, Marketing/International Business
Steen Armament Reserch Company April 2015 - Present
The Rumson Country Club October 2001 - Present
Kobrand Corporation August 1986 - October 1998
Kobrand Corporation September 1986 - September 1998
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Import, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Sales Management, Business Strategy, New Business Development
Education
Seton Hall University 1974 — 1976
MBA, Marketing/International Business
Nicholas Otto's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2007 - September 2009
Job Price Compliance Manager at Palm Bay International
Industry Consumer Services
Experience
Palm Bay International November 2013 - Present
Innis and Gunn USA June 2012 - July 2013
Banville & Jones Wine Merchants December 2009 - May 2011
Banville and Jones Wine Merchants December 2009 - May 2011
Kobrand Corporation August 2007 - September 2009
Cape Classics September 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Wine, Customer Service, Budgets, Inventory Management, Sales, Process Scheduler, Microsoft Excel, Multi-line Phone, Outlook, File Management, Wine Tasting, Logistics, Retail
Education
Queensborough Community College 2011 — 2013
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
Marymount Manhattan
Queens Community College
Palm Bay International November 2013 - Present
Innis and Gunn USA June 2012 - July 2013
Banville & Jones Wine Merchants December 2009 - May 2011
Banville and Jones Wine Merchants December 2009 - May 2011
Kobrand Corporation August 2007 - September 2009
Cape Classics September 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Wine, Customer Service, Budgets, Inventory Management, Sales, Process Scheduler, Microsoft Excel, Multi-line Phone, Outlook, File Management, Wine Tasting, Logistics, Retail
Education
Queensborough Community College 2011 — 2013
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
Marymount Manhattan
Queens Community College
Gary Hoyd's Kobrand Corporation Experience August 2009 - July 2011
Job Regional Sales Manager at Accolade Wines
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Accolade Wines June 2015 - Present
Rutherford Wine Company March 2012 - June 2015
Wein Bauer July 2010 - March 2012
Kobrand Corporation August 2009 - July 2011
Wirtz Beverage 2004 - 2009
Judge & Dolph, Ltd January 2000 - January 2004
Judge & Dolph, Ltd January 1994 - January 2000
Skills
National Accounts, Sales Operations, Sales, Sales Management, Key Account Development, Wine, Distributors, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine Tasting, Beverage Industry, Marketing Strategy, Account Management
Education
Elmhurst College 1989 — 1991
B.A, Human Resource Management
Elmhurst College
Accolade Wines June 2015 - Present
Rutherford Wine Company March 2012 - June 2015
Wein Bauer July 2010 - March 2012
Kobrand Corporation August 2009 - July 2011
Wirtz Beverage 2004 - 2009
Judge & Dolph, Ltd January 2000 - January 2004
Judge & Dolph, Ltd January 1994 - January 2000
Skills
National Accounts, Sales Operations, Sales, Sales Management, Key Account Development, Wine, Distributors, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine Tasting, Beverage Industry, Marketing Strategy, Account Management
Education
Elmhurst College 1989 — 1991
B.A, Human Resource Management
Elmhurst College
David Ward, CSW, CSS's Kobrand Corporation Experience 2007 - Present
Job National Accounts Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation 2007 - Present
University of North Texas 2003 - 2013
Glazer's Distributors 2005 - 2007
Glazer's Distributors 2000 - 2005
Glazer's Distributors 1997 - 2000
Allstate 1993 - 1997
Performance Audio 1990 - 1992
Skills
Wine Education, Wine, Wine Tasting, Wine Knowledge, Wine Sales, Spirit Sales, Negotiation, Beverage Marketing, Training & Development, Education, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Marketing, Sales, Retail, Employee Training, Recruiting, Inventory Management, Time Management, Food & Beverage, Merchandising, Event Management, Hospitality, Restaurants, Food, Market Planning, Pricing, Sales Management, Event Planning, Training, Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Marketing Strategy, Key Account Development
Education
Southern Methodist University 1999 — 2002
Master of Liberal Arts, Organizational Dynamics
Southern Methodist University 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology, Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Loyola University of Chicago 1988 — 1989
General Studies
Grapevine High School
Kobrand Corporation 2007 - Present
University of North Texas 2003 - 2013
Glazer's Distributors 2005 - 2007
Glazer's Distributors 2000 - 2005
Glazer's Distributors 1997 - 2000
Allstate 1993 - 1997
Performance Audio 1990 - 1992
Skills
Wine Education, Wine, Wine Tasting, Wine Knowledge, Wine Sales, Spirit Sales, Negotiation, Beverage Marketing, Training & Development, Education, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Marketing, Sales, Retail, Employee Training, Recruiting, Inventory Management, Time Management, Food & Beverage, Merchandising, Event Management, Hospitality, Restaurants, Food, Market Planning, Pricing, Sales Management, Event Planning, Training, Alcoholic Beverages, Beer, Marketing Strategy, Key Account Development
Education
Southern Methodist University 1999 — 2002
Master of Liberal Arts, Organizational Dynamics
Southern Methodist University 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology, Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Loyola University of Chicago 1988 — 1989
General Studies
Grapevine High School
Ken Scupp's Kobrand Corporation Experience September 2000 - Present
Job State Manager at Kobrand Corporation
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Kobrand Corporation September 2000 - Present
Skills
Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Wineries, Wine, French language skills
Education
Gettysburg College
Kobrand Corporation September 2000 - Present
Skills
Wine Tasting, Alcoholic Beverages, Beverage Industry, Wineries, Wine, French language skills
Education
Gettysburg College
Abigail Reynolds's Kobrand Corporation Experience June 2012 - January 2013
Job Research Administrative Assistant at MIT
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) January 2014 - Present
The Concordia Summit September 2013 - January 2014
Falmouth Yacht Club June 2013 - September 2013
Kobrand Corporation June 2012 - January 2013
US House of Representatives June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, English, Teaching, Outlook, Strategic Planning, Editing, Budgets, Windows, Negotiation, Event Planning, Public Relations, Data Entry, Blogging, Facebook
Education
Trinity College-Hartford 2009 — 2013
BA, Political Science and Government
Choate Rosemary Hall 2005 — 2009
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) January 2014 - Present
The Concordia Summit September 2013 - January 2014
Falmouth Yacht Club June 2013 - September 2013
Kobrand Corporation June 2012 - January 2013
US House of Representatives June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, English, Teaching, Outlook, Strategic Planning, Editing, Budgets, Windows, Negotiation, Event Planning, Public Relations, Data Entry, Blogging, Facebook
Education
Trinity College-Hartford 2009 — 2013
BA, Political Science and Government
Choate Rosemary Hall 2005 — 2009