James Beard

James Beard is a seasoned sales professional with extensive experience in the beverage industry and food sector. Currently serving as a Sales Account Manager at Lakeshore Beverage since April 2003, James specializes in the sales, distribution, and placement of various beverage categories, achieving a notable 5% sales growth from 2015 to 2019 in a competitive market. Prior to this role, James worked as a National Key Account Manager at ConAgra Foods, managing $25 million in sales to Safeway and receiving the “Top Performer” award for significantly boosting Eckrich brand sales. James holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Roosevelt University, earned between 1992 and 1996.