Polly Jean Awe

Director of Marketing and Sales @ Amorim Cork America

About

As the Director of Marketing and Sales at Amorim Cork America, the world's largest producer and distributor of natural cork, I lead and execute the marketing and sales strategy for the North American market. With over a decade of experience in the beverage industry, I have a passion for creating and delivering compelling visual and verbal stories that showcase the quality, sustainability, and innovation of our products and services. I have developed and implemented multiple successful marketing campaigns and initiatives, leveraging my skills in social media marketing, communication, public relations, and analytics. Some of the results include increasing brand awareness, generating leads, expanding customer base, and boosting sales revenue. I also manage and mentor a team of marketing and sales professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and excellence.

Country

United States

City

Napa

Industry

Wine & Spirits

Skill

Event Photography, Travel Planning, Organizational Leadership, Community Outreach

Experience

athens area director of marketing and sales

taziki's mediterranean cafe

2013-1 - 2015-1 · 2 yrs 1 mo

photographer

the red and black independent newspaper

2013-8 - 2014-5 · 10 mos

Served as a photographer for articles weekly for The Red and Black student newspaper serving the University of Georgia, updated daily on its website.

director of communications

manna project international

2012-8 - 2013-5 · 10 mos

Served as Director of Communications by doing most secretarial jobs such as taking detailed notes at all meetings and taking attendance. Also was in charge of all listserv announcements and contacting community members for fundraising purposes.

network coordinator for general service

volunteeruga

2012-8 - 2013-5 · 10 mos

Volunteer UGA aims to strengthen collaboration among service groups, connect students with volunteer opportunities, provide the tools necessary for the success of service organizations, increase awareness and fulfill the needs of our community. I served as the coordinator for general service organizations and provided a "bridge" for all of these organizations to work together towards common goals by providing resources and guidance.

creative director and outside sales

amorim

2020-1 - Present · 6 yrs 9 mos

managing partner

awe wines

2015-1 - Present · 11 yrs 9 mos

Awe Wines is a small Oregon Pinot Noir producer. Husband and wife team started in 2015 with the first vintage being 2016. www.awewines.com

marketing and sales

lightning wines

2015-1 - 2017-1 · 2 yrs 1 mo

chief photographer

turnipblood entertainment

2013-8 - 2015-5 · 1 yr 10 mos

Turnipblood Entertainment is a production company, capable of providing staging, lighting, and sound for any event, no matter how large or small. Weddings, tailgates, political rallies, music festivals, bid-day or rush parties, Turnipblood Entertainment can book any band or artist, while guaranteeing that all production needs are met.

photographer

the chapel bell a positive press publication

2013-8 - 2014-8 · 1 yr 1 mo

Served as a photographer for the Chapel Bell, a publication on The University of Georgia s campus with the purpose of inspiring and motivating students by publishing positive, meaningful stories.