EVAN M BLOCK
St Louis
Summary
Results-driven management professional with focus on team collaboration and achieving goals. Skilled in project execution, strategic planning, and resource management. Flexible and reliable, capable of adapting to changing needs and delivering consistent results. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Execution Manager
BeatBox Beverages
04.2025 - Current
- Responsible for driving sales growth and marketing execution for Beatbox through key wholesaler and retail partners in St. Louis, MO
- Executed 150 sales calls per month a combination of liquor stores, grocery stores, and restaurants
- Implemented understanding of data tools at my disposal such as IRI, Brand Plans, VIP to provide oversight of the business
- Align with Region Directors and Marketing team regarding priorities and opportunities
- Planned and executed meetings with wholesaler management and sales teams
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation to optimize project outcomes while minimizing costs.
- Grew overall sales volume in the St. louis area by 26% percent in 2025
Brewery Sales Representative
Boston Beer Company
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Focus Brands: Twisted Tea, Sam Adams, Angry Orchard, Truly Seltzer
- Secured distribution, feature programs, and implemented region initiatives with key restaurant and grocery store buying groups, independent accounts in the greater Phoenix area
- Utilized monthly reports to identify and address what is creating positive or negative trends to implement plans where necessary to improve
- Hunted for new business by identifying and prioritizing opportunities for additional volume
- Built and maintained professional business relationships with wholesaler personnel
- Created and executed impactful promotions at bars and liquor stores
- Cultivated strong customer relationships, enhancing brand loyalty and repeat business.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new sales opportunities and develop targeted strategies.
On Premise High End Key Account Manager
Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLC
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Focus Brands: Kona, Stella Artois, Estrella Jalisco, Elysian
- Grew the business of 75 Key Accounts in the greater Phoenix area by selling in new distribution, hosting sampling events, and coordinating pricing strategies
- Built and maintained value-based relationships with wholesaler sales representatives to ensure they keep Anheuser-Busch products top priority
- Collaborated with local marketing team to execute local and national marketing campaigns to boost brand awareness
- Boosted sales by 51% for the Estrella brand in the East Phoenix territory in Q4 of 2023
Craft Business Development Representative
Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLC
07.2020 - 01.2023
- Focus Brands: Golden Road Brewery portfolio
- Maintained relationships and continually grew 100 customer accounts with volume and distribution in the Hollywood, Santa Monica, and Venice area
- Regularly executed brand activations during key promotional phases for the Golden Road brand
- Established relationships with non-buy retailers, resulting in 28 new on premise accounts
- Executed features and promotions at bars and restaurants
- Effectively managed budget to optimize spending allocation and achieve financial objectives
- Recognized as BDR of the month 5 times
- Managed Anheuser-Busch's highest volume on premise bar in California, resulting in 64% growth in 2022
Off-Premise Sales Representative
Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLC
05.2017 - 07.2020
- Focus Brands: Bud Light, Michelob Ultra, Budweiser, Goose Island
- Maximized sales of 200+ products by providing tremendous service and maintaining strong relationships with 45 customer liquor store accounts
- Promoted products by frequenting retail accounts, offering promotional deals, and participating in company-sponsored events
- Built and maintained strong business partnerships with retail accounts through a consultative business approach
- Acted as a full business owner to increase net revenue and close sales objectives
- Achieved the highest Bud Light sales growth at the Sylmar wholesaler during 2018
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Rockhurst University
Kansas City, MO01.2016
Skills
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Project management
- Relationship building
- Negotiation
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Sales Execution Manager
BeatBox Beverages
04.2025 - Current
Brewery Sales Representative
Boston Beer Company
08.2024 - 04.2025
On Premise High End Key Account Manager
Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLC
01.2023 - 01.2024
Craft Business Development Representative
Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLC
07.2020 - 01.2023
Off-Premise Sales Representative
Anheuser-Busch Companies, LLC
05.2017 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Rockhurst University