Aneesh Thakkar

-Tasked to lead large and small format chain business across national and regional accounts, including HEB, QuikTrip, Circle K, Buc-ee’s, Murphy USA, OnCue, Brookshire Brothers, and Spec’s -Delivered 150% year-to-date growth through new placements, promotional programming, and data-driven category strategies -Successfully launched new brands — Monaco (wine-based) and Bombtails — into the chain market, driving incremental distribution and velocity growth -Partnered with the Molson Coors distributor network to execute distribution, pricing, and merchandising plans -Developed retailer sell-in stories using Nielsen and Circana insights to support feature and display opportunities

-Managed on and off-premise sales across Colorado for the Atomic Brands portfolio, driving brand standards, POS execution, and incremental shelf space. -Ranked Top 5 nationally among Retail Account Managers for quarterly sales and distribution performance. -Expanded product distribution footprint through targeted merchandising and promotional alignment with local distributors

- Utilize TMS (Transportation Management System) daily for all 3PL operations, primarily to maximize cost savings and efficiency for the customer - Provide daily tracking and tracing spreadsheets to Del Monte to ensure current loads are set to meet on-time delivery - Immediately communicate and troubleshoot with the customer for loads running behind (issues at distribution center, truck malfunctions, weather, etc.) - Manage financials inbox to ensure accessorial charges are paid to carriers in a timely manner

- Overlooked all operations of the Arkansas Alpha chapter consisting of over 250 members (largest SigEp chapter nationwide) - Developed and mentored members through leadership seminars, philanthropy work, and campus involvement - Counseled the executive board to ensure six-figure financials were properly budgeted - Attended weekly meetings with campus officials, Interfraternity Council representatives, legal team, and SigEp HQ

- Provided quotes to potential customers on home, auto, and life insurance policies - Utilized Salesforce to manage customer accounts and reach daily quote goals - Sorted through hundreds of sales leads to confirm proper demographics are reached

- Directed shoots with dozens of local businesses and campus organizations - Facilitated all aspects of promotional shoots including, equipment, camerawork, editing, and delivery