Gerald Pierson

Gerald (Jerry) Pierson is an accomplished sales leader with extensive experience in the consumer goods industry. Currently serving as Sr. Director of National Sales at Jelly Belly Candy Company since January 2013, Jerry has a proven track record of promotion from West Area Manager to leadership roles. Previous positions include Business Development Manager for the Safeway Team at Advantage Sales & Marketing, Sales Manager at Sugar Bowl Bakery, Director of Sales at Schwan's Consumer Brands, and National Account Manager at Kraft Foods. Notable achievements include driving significant sales growth for multiple brands, leading teams to achieve share leader status in competitive categories, and enhancing operational efficiency while maintaining budgetary constraints. Jerry holds both a BA and BS in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from California State University, Stanislaus.