Tanner Rhodes

About Tanner Rhodes

Market-driven sales leader with a background in supplier, distributor, and hospitality environments. Experienced in launching and scaling brands through full-territory ownership, distributor collaboration, and high-impact activations across on- and off-premise channels. Recognized for relationship-first selling, operational execution, and building momentum for emerging brands in competitive markets.

Experience

1. Sales Consultant

   Bebemos Tequila

   Jan 2026 — Present · San Diego County, CA

   Managing one of the largest sales territories in the company, driving new account acquisition and brand growth as the representative of one of San Diego’s fastest growing craft tequila brands.

2. San Diego Sales Manager

   Riki Spirits

   Jun 2025 — Jan 2026 · San Diego, CA

   - Own and manage the full San Diego market for a newly launched canned cocktail brand, overseeing all on- and off-premise sales efforts - Opened 200+ new accounts, secured 800+ placements, and drove 1,100+ cases in volume within a short timeframe - Consistently led the team in new sales by building strong relationships with buyers, store owners, and on-premise decision-makers - Partner closely with distributors and execute high-visibility music and golf sponsorships to accelerate brand growth and awareness - Develop and implement market-specific sales strategies, tastings, and promotions to ensure strong execution, sell-through, and long-term account retention

3. Sales Representative

   Republic National Distributing Company

   May 2023 — Jun 2025 · San Diego, CA

4. Digital Marketing Manager

   Getaway Hatch

   Nov 2021 — Mar 2023 · California, United States

   Designed editorial content strategy; curated and segment editorial content to increase engagement and channel growth Conceptualized, imitated and implemented companies' social media strategy Lead corporate re-branding on all social platforms

5. Hospitality Sales Manager

   Riot Hospitality Group

   Oct 2020 — Jan 2022 · Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

   Supervised a team of 12 employees, delegating responsibilities in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment Organized and coordinated events for local venues; experience in both leading and working on teams Responsible for collecting payment, resolving problems, and fulfilling special requests from clientele

6. PAC 12 Video Assistant

   Pac-12 Networks

   Aug 2019 — Aug 2019 · Los Angeles, California, United States

   Was brought on for PAC 12 Football Media Day in August 2019. Shot the sights and sounds of the event to help those who did not attend get the full experience.

7. Freelance Videographer & Photographer

   College Weekly

   Jan 2019 — Mar 2020 · Arizona, United States

   Capture and edit live concerts footage, and other special events Maintained high department standards In production of video and media projects Managed the demands of various customers while organizing shifting priorities

Education

• Arizona State University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA · Film and Media Production

  2017 — 2021

Skills

• Expense Reports
• Skilled Multi-tasker
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
• Market Analysis
• Face-to-Face Sales
• Key Account Relationships
• Coordinating Skills
• Field Marketing
• Catering
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Video Production
• Sales Presentations
• Digital Marketing
• Outside Sales
• Helping Clients
• Sales Meetings
• Brand Awareness
• Sales Marketing
• Customer Relations
• Coaching
• Distribution Strategies
• Sales Management
• Social Media Marketing
• Complex Sales
• Sales Processes
• Creative Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Skills
• Brand Personality
• Problem Solving
• Account Management
• Presentations
• Accountability
• Sales Operations
• Wine
• Sales Strategy
• Sales Planning
• Digital Media
• Sales and Marketing
• Salesforce.com
• Photography