Chase Priest

About Chase Priest

I build go-to-market systems that help products and brands grow with clarity and confidence.Over 17 years, I’ve led national retail accounts, launched private label programs, and driven cross-functional execution across sales, product, and ops. My work has consistently helped brands scale revenue, streamline structure, and unlock new channels—from big box retail to e-commerce to foodservice.I’m especially drawn to businesses that have the product and people—but need the right growth strategy and operational push to scale.Key strengths:• Enterprise & private label sales execution• Channel development (retail, eComm, foodservice)• Strategic relationship management & brokering• Coaching and structuring legacy sales teamsI’m committed to delivering aligned growth—and ready to contribute wherever strategy meets execution.

Experience

1. President & Managing Partner, Emeraude Retail Partners

   Emeraude

   Sep 2025 — Present · Rogers, AR, US

   Guiding consumer brands through the complexities of retail by providing clarity, precision, and partnership

Education

• University of Arkansas, Sam M. Walton College of Business

  Bachelor Science, Business Administration; Financial Management and Investments, Minor: Accounting, Finance, General

  2004 — 2009

Skills

• Merchandising
• Retail
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Operations Research
• Inventory Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics
• Cpfr
• Forecasting
• Demand Forecasting
• Supply Chain
• Demand Planning
• Inventory Control
• Wal-Mart
• Assortment
• Management
• Sales
• Grocery