Brian Sammarco

Brian Sammarco is a highly accomplished executive with over 25 years of extensive sales and management experience in the consumer packaged goods industry, having worked for both fortune 100 companies and small cap organizations.

He has a proven track record in successfully managing volume and profit targets through various sales channels such as direct, broker, and DSD organizations, with a strong focus on new product launches and the growth of established products.

With expertise in strategic planning, business development, key account selling, and multi-channel experience, Brian is adept at building successful sales strategies and managing complex sales operations to drive business growth.

His background includes specializations in incentive systems development, trade spending effectiveness, international sales management, and overseeing 'backroom' operations, showcasing his comprehensive skill set in sales management and operations.

Brian Sammarco holds an MBA in Marketing from George Washington University, a B.S. in Marketing from the University of Delaware, and has a solid educational foundation from his time at Bogota High School.

Throughout his career, Brian has held significant leadership roles, including Chairman of the Board of Directors at Delta Dental of Illinois, Vice President at BFY Brands, Senior Vice President - Sales at YoCrunch (Danone Dairy), Vice President-Sales at Nonni's Food Company, and Region Vice President at Pepsico.

His extensive experience in contract negotiations, acquisitions, and strategy development, coupled with his strong communication and execution skills, has been instrumental in driving the success of various organizations he has been a part of.