Cody Drake

Cody Drake has extensive experience in the beverage industry, including their current role as Vice President of Sales and Marketing at United Beverages of NC, LLC since 2019. Prior to this, they held various positions at MillerCoors, including Senior Manager - Category Insights and Chain Sales Manager. Cody also worked as a National Account Executive and Category Manager, focusing on brand development and strategy for Delhaize. Cody began their career at Acosta, where they worked as a Business Manager for Delhaize America and participated in a leadership development program. Additionally, Cody gained experience in project management and coordination as a Group Lead and Project Manager for the Wells Fargo Championship. Cody also interned as a Financial Advisor at Wachovia Securities, where they developed skills in client communication and portfolio management.

Cody Drake completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, specializing in Economics and Finance and Business, from the University of North Carolina Wilmington in the years 2005 to 2009. Cody furthered their education by pursuing a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in Business Administration and Management from the University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business, which they obtained between 2016 and 2018.