Susan Olson

Experience

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  GOSHEN ELEMENTARY

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2003

  ELEMENTARY EDUCATOR

  Developed and applied curricula, lesson plans, and special projects in Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Science, Economics, Social Studies, Spelling, Spanish, and Social Development. Assisted in setting up the new science curriculum.Aided in the selection of mathematical textbooks and learning aids.Worked with a team of teachers to build a sense of community for our students.Worked with school administration and went to various workshops to stay on top of the latest teaching techniques.Kept excellent communication with parents through conferences, Emails, phone contact, and a classroom web-page. Show less

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  Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2005

  SALES REPRESENTATIVE/ASSISTANT MANAGER

  Responsible for distribution, dollar volume, and promotions of rental vehicles.Sold to major car dealerships/body shops, major insurance companies, local businesses, and retail customers.Persuasive, friendly, and enthusiastic in sales situation; successful in promoting items with highest profit potential.Recognized for dependability and finishing tasks successfully through a strong work ethic and persistence.Improved branch customer service scores; handle customer complaints with professionalism and a positive attitude in fast paced, stressful situations.Consistently exceed sales quota; earned Elite 8 membership within first three months. Show less

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  Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

  Sept 2005 - Feb 2017

  SALES REPRESENTATIVE

  Make regular sales calls to on and off premise accounts to cultivate customer relations and satisfaction with service provided. Demonstrate consultative sales abilities through successful presentations of product, the promotion of new and existing portfolio items, and the expansion of business.Exhibit discipline and resourcefulness to meet/exceed assigned monthly quotas and placement objectives.Participate in sales meetings, on-site training, and winery/distiller tours to remain educated in company policy and industry trends/developments.Merchandise accounts, reset shelf space, obtain cold box placement, and build displays to correspond with supplier promotions and incentive programs.Conduct wait staff training seminars, execute 'bar night' promotions, and install point of sale pieces on tables and bars.Recommend/create wine lists and wine by the glass programs utilizing full knowledge of SWS portfolios. Adaptable and able to assist a variety of customer groups and varying personality types.Create and sell innovative ideas and demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit. Strong negotiation skills. Show less

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  Willamette Valley Vineyards

  Feb 2017 - Jun 2017

  National Brand Ambassador

  -Worked closely with our distributor brand managers to implement general state meetings, incentive programs, depletions, monthly goals, and work withs.-Represented Willamette Valley Vineyards at large public and trade shows, including the Seattle Wine and Food Experience.-Managed the Ambassador team in my territory to increase sales, points of distribution, and brand awareness in on and off premise and chain accounts.

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  Yes Whey LLC | Broken Shed Vodka LLC

  Nov 2017 - Nov 2022

  Brand Ambassador

  -Worked closely with distributor brand managers to implement general state meetings, incentive programs, depletions, monthly goals, and work withs.-Represented Broken Shed Vodka at large public and trade shows.-Managed the Distributor team in Kentucky to increase sales, points of distribution, and brand awareness in on and off premise and chain accounts.

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  Sazerac Company

  Nov 2022 - now

  Build brands by utilizing consumer and category trends to educate customers, solve problems, and maximize sales. Lead in-store selling, merchandising, marketing, and execution for off and on premise key accounts.

  • Market Development Manager - Lexington, KY

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Market Development Representative - Lexington, KY

    Nov 2022 - Jan 2024