Francis Kenney (AKA, Buddy)

Francis (AKA, Buddy) Kenney is a seasoned sales professional with extensive experience in the wine and restaurant industries. Currently serving as a Wine Sales Representative for Frederick Wildman & Sons since March 2019, Francis achieved $1,500,000 in area sales during the initial year and successfully maintained 75% of those sales through challenges such as import tariffs and COVID-19 shutdowns. Prior roles include Sales Director at Panebianco LLC, where territory sales grew from $200,000 to over $2,000,000 in two years, and CEO following the passing of the President, managing relationships with 45 Italian wine producers. Experience also includes General Manager & Wine Director at Metrazur Restaurant, where annual revenue surged from $1,000,000 to over $4,500,000, and various positions leading to significant sales growth in earlier roles, including Sales Director at Pickle Press and Account Manager at Canon Inc. Francis holds a Bachelor of Science in Speech Communications with a minor in Marketing and Public Relations from SUNY Oneonta.