Mark Wahlgren

About Mark Wahlgren

Dedicated, motivated, and results-driven professional with extensive experience in planning, developing, and executing key strategies to drive business success in alignment with organizational goals. Gained an exceptional reputation as a senior leader in the beer industry utilizing proven leadership, planning, and organization skills. Respected for effectively negotiating labor agreements, and proactively identifying opportunities, developing strategic solutions, and executing tactical plans to achieve objectives. Thrives on challenges, builds productive relationships, and contributes to the overall success of the organization.

Experience

1. General Manager

   Shipyard Brewing Company

   Apr 2017 — Present · Portland, ME, US

   Promoted into a dual role to oversee Shipyard Brewing Co. and Sea Dog Brewing Co.• Lead and oversee company strategy, brewing, production, operations, quality control, finance, logistics, sales, and marketing initiatives, human resources, legal, brand development, portfolio expansion, and spirits for a company which produces a full-line of award-winning handcrafted ales within the Shipyard & Sea Dog beer brand portfolios • Lead and direct the Sea Dog Restaurant portfolio expansion• Forsley Family Advisor for Real Estate development, and Ice Pik vodka

Education

• William Paterson University of New Jersey

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration

  1981

Skills

• Logistics & Distribution
• Business Development
• Lobbying
• Budgets
• Finance
• Sales & Marketing
• Marketing Strategy
• Executive Management
• Labor Management
• Business Planning
• Budget Management
• Business Strategy
• Human Resources
• Government & Industry Affairs
• Operations
• Retail
• Sales
• Negotiation
• Strategy
• Supplier Relationships
• Marketing
• Profit
• Public Speaking
• Consulting
• Executive Division Leadership
• Leadership
• Motivational Speaking
• Customer Service
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Relationship Building