Michael Miller

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ABOUT MICHAEL MILLER

Michael Miller is an Advanced Sommelier (CMS) and Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) with a proven track record in wine sales, education, and market development. A graduate of the IU Kelley School of Business with a degree in Business Marketing, he began his career in hospitality as a sommelier and beverage director before transitioning into distribution.Michael currently serves as District Manager for Indiana & Kentucky at Palm Bay International, where he leads market execution, drives distribution growth, and partners with sales teams and key accounts to deliver strong supplier performance across both on- and off-premise channels. His work focuses on strategic brand development, pricing and programming alignment, and building long-term relationships that generate sustainable growth.Previously, Michael was the Product Education Manager for Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits in Indiana, where he designed and delivered training programs supporting sales consultants statewide, and played a key role in strengthening supplier partnerships through education-driven selling.Michael combines deep wine knowledge with a strong business and sales acumen, allowing him to bridge the gap between supplier strategy and market execution. He is actively pursuing the Master Sommelier Diploma and continues to focus on leadership, growth, and performance in the wine industry.