Connie Brown

Connie Brown has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Connie currently holds the position of Head of Retail at The Lakes Distillery since June 2023. Prior to this, they worked at Rémy Cointreau from July 2016 to June 2023, where they held multiple roles including National Account Manager and Key Account Manager. In these roles, they managed the full P&L for the UK Independent Specialist channel, handled new business and growth targets, and led in-store activations. Connie also managed the Laddie Crew and introduced the first UK Aqua Crew. Connie'scustomers included The Whisky Shop, Berry Bros and Rudd, Milroys of Soho, House of Malt, Hard to Find Whisky, and Fenwicks.

Before joining Rémy Cointreau, Connie worked at Bacardi as a Customer Development Executive from October 2015 to July 2016. Prior to that, they were at SHS Drinks from June 2013 to October 2015, where they held the position of Business Development Executive. In this role, they managed an on-trade account base and successfully drove new business while developing existing accounts.

Connie's earliest work experience was as the business owner of Betti Loves It from October 2007 to September 2013. In this role, they created and evolved the Betti Loves It brand, managed a small team, and set and achieved sales targets. Connie also worked as a Sales Fashion Agent at ARK & CO from January 2010 to February 2012, where they conducted market research, booked appointments with suitable stockists, managed stockist relationships, attended trade shows, and maximized profits through upselling.

Overall, Connie Brown has demonstrated a strong track record of sales and business development across various industries, with a focus on retail and customer relationship management.

Connie Brown obtained a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from Glasgow Caledonian University, where they studied from 2002 to 2006. Prior to that, they attended Balfron High School from 1995 to 2001, but it is not specified whether they obtained any specific degree or field of study during that time.