Joe B.

Joe B. has a diverse work experience in the sales and business development field. Joe is currently working as the National Sales Manager at Harney and Sons Fine Teas since May 2022. Previously, they worked at Angliss Hong Kong Food Service Limited as an Assistant Sales Manager in the Wine & Beverage Division, where they managed key accounts, developed over 30 global brands, and sourced new products for the HK market. Before that, they served as the Business Development Manager for Five X.P. Brandy at WATSONS WINES AND SPIRITS LIMITED from May 2019 to May 2020. Prior to that, Joe worked at Angliss Hong Kong Food Service Limited as an Assistant Sales Manager and Sales Supervisor, where they managed key accounts, sourced new products, and created sales development strategies. Joe also worked as a Brand Manager at Royal Orchid Wine (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd., where they discovered and developed new business opportunities, analyzed sales data, negotiated with suppliers, and outlined brand positioning.

Joe B. has a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English Language and Literature, General from Arizona State University, which they obtained from 2009 to 2010. Prior to that, they completed a Japanese Studies Program and obtained a Completion Certificate from Tokyo International University from 2008 to 2009. Joe also has a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English Language and Literature, General from the University of Arizona, completed from 2006 to 2008.

In addition to their academic degrees, Joe B. has obtained some certifications. In 2016, they completed the Bourgogne Wines Certificate Course from Ecole des Vins de Bourgogne and the WSET Level 2 certification from WSET — Wine & Spirit Education Trust. Joe has also undertaken an MTESOL Internship, although the institution and specific dates are not provided.