Ryan Calong

Ryan Calong has over 20 years of work experience in the beverage industry. Ryan started their career as a Category Business Analyst at Symphony IRI Group, where they executed category management initiatives and trained Account Executives. Ryan then joined Anheuser-Busch as a Senior Business Analyst, providing analytical support and assisting in the development of strategic business plans. Ryan was later promoted to various roles within Anheuser-Busch, including Region Sales Manager, Senior Region Sales Manager, and Senior Key Account Manager, where they managed sales, marketing, and distribution efforts, and increased revenue. Ryan then transitioned to Anheuser-Busch InBev as a Sales Director, overseeing national retail sales and managing key regional accounts. Ryan then joined Silver Eagle Beverages as Director of National Accounts, where they managed relationships with retail accounts, military bases, and major venues. Currently, they are serving as the SVP of National Accounts - Small Format at Pabst Brewing Company, leading a team to drive sales for national and regional accounts. Overall, Ryan's expertise lies in sales management, account management, and business development in the beverage industry.

Ryan Calong has a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business, which they obtained from 2011 to 2013. Ryan also holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Washington University in St. Louis, which they earned from 1993 to 1997. In addition, they have a certification as a Certified Professional Category Manager (CPCM) from the Category Management Association, obtained in 2014.