Drew Schwartz

• Business development • Procure and onboard retail and distribution partners; BevMo, GoPuff, Costco, Total Wine & more, Albertsons, LibDib • Drive revenue growth by developing and executing new brand strategies and brand partnerships • Track and report data analytics • Utilize robust network of founders, brand ambassadors and creatives to accelerate project goals • Measure KPIs to identify and secure cost savings and improved efficiencies • Produce and manage content for social media channels, email and paid media

• Managed day-to-day operations of cafe generating $500,000+ in annual gross revenue • Recruited, trained, and managed a top-performing team of 10 employees across two store locations • Implemented cost-saving measures through in-depth cost of goods (COGs) and efficiencies analysis • Identified over $30,000 in annual cost savings and a 15% improvement in profit margins. • Streamlined vendor procurement processes ensuring high-quality products • Implemented inventory management strategies, optimized inventory levels and reduced waste • Developed a revenue generating catering program and improved overall efficiency • Maintained county and state health department standards for A rating.

• Responsible for all sales, marketing, PR, and ad operations • Tracked and measured KPIs from retailer, distributor and digital advertising analytic reports • Use reports data to streamline manufacturing, ad spend and COGs efficiencies • Drove the rapid growth of the brand from inception to an annual recurring revenue (ARR) of $167K • Negotiated favorable contracts with national retailers, distributors, manufacturers and brokerage agencies • Demonstrated exceptional fundraising skills by securing $350K in funding through a diverse portfolio of financing options, showcasing the ability to attract and secure resources crucial for the company's growth and expansion. • Executed comprehensive business strategies, establishing and maintaining weekly, monthly, and quarterly KPIs and revenue goals, resulting in consistent business growth and financial success. • Led successful business development efforts, securing partnerships with prominent retailers, including Whole Foods Market, and effectively onboarded all retail accounts, expanding the brand's reach regionally while driving exponential revenue growth. • Secured USDA organic certification, all county and state health department requirements, PRMP permitting and HACCP planning

• Hosted branded fundraising events in Southern California coastal cities • Developed partnerships with local businesses and brands for collaborative brand initiatives • Produced social media content, influencer campaigns and assisted in the creation of a brand documentary

• Partnered with client ticketing managers by developing venue relationships • Provided expertise on all products/services, remaining current with all new releases • Assisted with event and promotion configuration for full-service clients • Recognized critical issues when responding to support and service requests from client venues • Configured, tracked and reported on work and client interactions to ensure high-quality service • Troubleshot, resolved or escalated technical support issues

• Day-to-day for team of 6 high profile music artist managers • Office administration, schedule maintenance, calendar management • Worked discretely with prominent artists and their representatives

Studied Afrikaans and Social Research Methods Field study on the 'Social Effects of Gangs in the Kensington township'

Summer - Business of Music program