Gary Prusher

About Gary Prusher

I advance corporate objectives through brand evangelism and industry relationships. Through years of experience in food and beverage sales, I have the connections to open new markets, expand point of sale presence, and increase revenues. I have a track record of building profitable routes across the eastern seaboard from NYC to Philadelphia and Boston and Florida. My relationships include every major chain and corporate food service such as Aramark, Sodexo, Foodbuy Compass, Publix, DeCA, Whole Foods, Publix and Kroger. I also have great relationships with broadline and DSD distributers. I understand how to navigate complex organizations as well as communicate brand value to support in-location marketing and sales efforts. A key strength is managing sales teams with responsibilities for as few as one individual and as many as 50. Part of my skill set is recognizing innate sales talent, building capacity, and providing the tools field sales representatives need to excel. I understand how to motivate a sales force and drive results. My passion is collaborating so the entire sales team achieves its goals. As a leader, I have a hands-on approach. I enjoy being in the field every day, combating challenges, closing deals and most of all driving market growth. So, what can I do to help you advance your business? Key Attributes: Deep understanding of food and beverage industry Strong communication skills Knows how to identify, engage with, and grow customer relationships Relationships with national and regional grocery, on-premise, club, and convenience channel chains Experience:• Featherstone Foods NYC• Naked Juice New Jersey• Big Geyser NYC•. Red Jacket Orchards

Experience

1. Director of Corporate Sales

   Remedy Organics

   Sep 2023 — Present

Skills

• Key Account Management
• Catering
• Income Statement
• Consumer Products
• Distributors
• Beverage Industry
• Shopper Marketing
• Sales
• Forecasting
• Food Service
• Merchandising
• Key Account Development
• Product Development
• Negotiation
• Sales Management
• Leadership
• Fmcg
• Direct Store Delivery
• Market Planning
• P&L Management
• Pricing
• Grocery
• P&L
• Brand Management
• Management
• Food