Joel Chaiken

Joel Chaiken is a seasoned sales and marketing professional with extensive experience in the wine and spirits industry. Currently serving as the Chicago Area Sales Manager at VINTUS since August 2023, Joel focuses on market growth through strategic account distribution and sales. Prior roles include Chicago Sales Representative and Account Executive at Heritage Wine Cellars, Ltd., where Joel has driven product distribution and managed local relationships across a network of superstores. Previous experience encompasses positions at Food for Thought, AdYapper, and Virtue Cider, highlighting capabilities in brand development, marketing strategy, and event execution. Joel's career also includes significant achievements in marketing communications and project management at organizations such as APICS, Nimlok Company, and Lake Pointe Partners LLC. A graduate of Michigan State University with a degree in Telecommunication, Joel combines an educational background with a proven track record in enhancing brand visibility and driving sales growth.