John Lankas

John Lankas has extensive work experience in the beverage industry. John started their career at Alcorn Beverage as a Merchandiser and later worked as an On/Off Premise Salesman. John then joined Miller Brewing Company, where they held various positions such as Import/American Specialties Rep and Chain Account Manager. Lankas later became a Unit Sales Manager and Chain Sales Manager at Miller Brewing Company, responsible for territory volume, profitability, and key account relationships. After that, they worked at PepsiCo as a Senior Account Manager for Quaker, Tropicana, and Gatorade, covering multiple states. Lankas then joined Ste. Michelle Wine Estates as a Director of Chain Sales, Senior Director of National Accounts, and eventually became a Vice President. In their roles at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, they managed teams, developed business strategies, and achieved sales growth.

John Lankas has completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from Southwest Minnesota State University. John further pursued their education and obtained a Masters of Science in Management from Cardinal Stritch University. Additionally, John has been associated with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, although the specific details of their degree or field of study are unknown.