Csw Zach McLaughlin

Zach McLaughlin is a professional with extensive experience in sales and management roles. Zach currently serves as the Vice President - Spirits at Athens Distributing Company of Tennessee since July 2023. Prior to this, they worked as a Regional Sales Manager at Delicato Family Wines from June 2020 to July 2023.

From 2016 to 2020, Zach held the position of Tennessee Chain Director/Area Manager at Empire Distributors of Tennessee, Inc. In this role, they were responsible for planning and coordinating chain sales activities and programs, leading a team of 17 people, and communicating strategies and goals.

Before that, Zach worked as the Tennessee Area State Wine Manager at Horizon Wine & Spirits from 2013 to 2015. Their responsibilities included managing sales activities, improving market conditions, conducting business reviews, and executing sales programs.

From 2008 to 2013, Zach worked at Reliable Churchill, starting as a Sales Representative and later becoming a Field Sales Manager. In these positions, they achieved sales goals, managed a team, and exceeded revenue targets.

Zach's earlier experience includes working as a Sales Representative at E&J Gallo Winery in 2007, where they managed accounts and improved market share. Zach also served as a Sales Consultant at Knoxville Boat Sales in 2007, responsible for sales and business development.

Overall, Zach McLaughlin has demonstrated expertise in sales, management, and building successful customer relationships throughout their career.

Zach McLaughlin, CSW, obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Management, Business, and Spanish from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville from 2003 to 2007. In addition, they obtained a certification as a Certified Specialist of Wine from the Society of Wine Educators in February 2012.