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Certification
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Allen Canterbury

Chicago

Summary

Dynamic Business Development Representative with Goose Island Beer Co., excelling in relationship building and product knowledge. Proven track record of meeting sales targets and enhancing customer retention through effective communication. Recognized for multitasking abilities and problem-solving skills, driving success in a fast-paced environment while fostering strong relationships with wholesalers as well as on premise/off premise accounts.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Development Representative

Anheuser-Busch / Goose Island Beer Co.
06.2018 - Current
  • Consistently worked towards monthly sales targets, contributing to individual success, but an overall success of the team.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of company products and assets to provide top-notch expertise to wholesaler partners and retailers.
  • Engaged with customers building business relationships through effective communication, quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and business retention.
  • Developed knowledge of company products and services to make suggestions according to customer needs.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of company products and services to provide top-notch expertise to our customers.
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions best fitting for them and close deals.
  • Managed needs of an ever changing/growing account base at once using strong prioritization and multitasking abilities.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with wholesaler partners within assigned territory.

Bartender

Goose Island Beer Co
04.2015 - 06.2018
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and knowledge of craft beer.
  • Educated customers on drink options/styles, making personalized recommendations based on preferences.
  • Enhanced establishment's reputation, receiving positive feedback on online reviews via Google, Yelp, etc.

Education

Business Management

Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Product Knowledge
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Customer relationship management
  • Task prioritization
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Self motivation

Certification

Cicerone Beer Server

Timeline

Business Development Representative

Anheuser-Busch / Goose Island Beer Co.
06.2018 - Current

Bartender

Goose Island Beer Co
04.2015 - 06.2018

Business Management

Moraine Valley Community College
Allen Canterbury