Sean Todd
Chicago
Summary
Results-driven professional skilled in account management and market analysis. Known for strong relationship-building abilities and a proactive approach to sales growth, ready to leverage experience to achieve exceptional outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales Manager
Destihl Brewery
Normal
07.2023 - Current
- Manage a portfolio of nearly 900 active buying accounts across a five-state territory, serving as the primary point of contact for growth, retention, and expansion initiatives.
- Drive performance in a declining industry, contributing to +23.9% sales growth vs. national craft beer trends and +10.6% total volume growth, outperforming category benchmarks.
- Lead strategic presentations and business reviews for internal teams, distributor partners, and customers, frequently presenting to large groups.
On Premise Sales Representative
Lakeshore Beverage
Chicago
11.2018 - 07.2023
- Managed a high-volume on-premise account portfolio (bars, restaurants, venues), serving as the primary sales and relationship owner for the assigned territory.
- Prospected, pitched, and closed new on-premise accounts, expanding distribution, and increasing brand presence in competitive markets.
- Executed promotions, incentives, and sampling events to drive product adoption and sustained volume growth.
Sales Representative
Forbidden Root Brewery
Chicago
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Supported new account acquisition and early-stage territory growth by prospecting, pitching, and onboarding on-premise accounts.
- Supported product launches and promotions to drive brand awareness and adoption.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media Management, Promotion, And Sales
Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois, IL05-2017
Skills
- Account management
- Sales forecasting
- Market analysis
- Presentation skills
- CRM software
- Customer retention
Timeline
Regional Sales Manager
Destihl Brewery
07.2023 - Current
On Premise Sales Representative
Lakeshore Beverage
11.2018 - 07.2023
Sales Representative
Forbidden Root Brewery
02.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Media Management, Promotion, And Sales
Illinois State University