Emily Rhoades

About Emily Rhoades

I am passionate about connecting brands with consumers through strategic marketing and creative communication activities. My mission is to create vibrant communities where emerging brands can launch new products, engage deeply with their customers, and foster meaningful connections that ensure sustained growth. My expertise spans a diverse range of areas including:Marketing & Brand Management - Business Development - E-commerce Sales - Product & Market Launches - Events Strategy, Management & Logistics - Corporate & Non-profit Partnerships - Community Engagement/ Customer Experience - Email Marketing Programs - Social Media ManagementWith a proven track record in these areas, I thrive on bringing creativity and strategic thinking to every project. My goal is to not only meet but exceed expectations, ensuring brands I work with stand out in today\'s competitive marketplace.

Experience

1. Manager of Branch Operations

   Bourbon Women

   Jan 2025 — Present · Louisville, KY, US

   Branch Operations for the 16 Bourbon Women Association branches across the U.S. supporting development, volunteer management, event planning, and day-to-day operations. Aligned with the Association’s mission to build an educational community of women who enjoy bourbon and spirits, I\'m excited to foster growth and enhance engagement at the branch and national level and to create strategic partnerships that benefit spirits brands and the BW community. Are you a brand, industry partner or spirits enthusiast interested in learning more about how to work with #bourbonwomenassociation? I\'d love to connect 🥃

Education

• University of Kentucky

  DISCUS Executive Leadership Program, Distilled Spirits Industry - Cross-functional leadership and Strategy-level decision-making

  2023 — 2023

• Colorado College

  English literature

Skills

• Event Planning
• Event Management
• Customer Service
• Health Insurance
• Brokers
• Marketing
• Account Management
• Workers Compensation
• Nonprofits
• Training
• Benefits Administration
• Sales Management
• Fundraising
• Marketing Strategy
• Social Media
• Travel Insurance
• Small Business
• Social Networking
• Management
• Social Media Marketing
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts
• Property & Casualty Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Leadership
• Employee Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Individual Health Insurance
• Microsoft Office
• Sales