Beth Anne Hickey

Professional Summary

 

A distinguished sales leader with over 15 years of unparalleled expertise in spirit and wine sales, I bring to the forefront a unique blend of strategic acumen, sales proficiency, and exceptional writing abilities. Throughout my illustrious career, I have orchestrated high-profile events featuring prestigious brands, establishing invaluable connections with organizations like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Microsoft. Noteworthy achievements include conceptualizing, writing, and executing comprehensive wine training programs for the service staff of esteemed establishments such as El Gaucho Seattle and Tacoma, attaining an impressive 100% success rate in Seattle and 85% in Tacoma. My strategic vision has significantly contributed to expanding the presence and sales of Gallo Luxury Spirits and Wines in the fiercely competitive Seattle market, showcasing my deep network connections, creativity, and adept communication skills. During the challenging times of the pandemic, I showcased my resilience by creating engaging written and online content, facilitating virtual experiences that supported local accounts and non-profits, fostering synergy, and successfully raising funds. In addition to my sales and management expertise, my proficiency as a freelance fine wine consultant for SpiroSperoVino includes not only sales for private collectors internationally but also comprehensive event planning, wine judging for prestigious competitions like Seattle Wine Awards and SIP Northwest Magazine, content editing for Wine Folly's 1st edition and maps, and leading wine seminars for Mensa. My work with Vine Society further underscores my exceptional writing skills, serving as a content creator and wine education guest, and contributing to the moderation of wine tasting groups for exam preparation and mentorship. Aspiring to contribute my multifaceted skills, including adept writing, strategic leadership, and creative problem-solving, I am poised to excel in leadership roles where effective communication and strategic management converge for unparalleled success.

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