Chris Thrasher

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About Chris Thrasher

I thrive on delivering exceptional results, both in sales and in nurturing and developing people. The idea of untapped opportunities and buried potential drive my creativity, energy and outside the box thinking. I have doubled sales at an already top 5 customer, regained major listings lost for years, turned “house accounts” into top 10 customers, led a project on penetrating Quebec and coached a lifelong HR professional into an award-winning Sales professional. I hold an Executive MBA from Ivey Business School, where I now serve as an Executive in Residence, complemented by a certificate in Revenue Analytics from Wharton Executive Education. This academic foundation, coupled with years of hands-on experience, equips me with a strategic mindset and analytical acumen to tackle complex challenges effectively. As a Sales Director at Saputo, I lead a dynamic National Accounts team, overseeing sales targets, fostering cross functional collaboration, and optimizing supply chain processes for sustainable growth. My leadership philosophy prioritizes team empowerment and continuous development, resulting in tangible improvements in performance and profitability. My expertise spans the entire spectrum of retail and food manufacturing. From managing major Canadian retail and grocery accounts to navigating independent and multicultural channels, I have also honed my skills in broker and distributor spaces, collaborating with multinational food processors and manufacturers along the way. One of my key strengths lies in crafting and executing strategic plans that drive market share expansion, enhance distribution networks, and foster innovation across diverse product categories. Leveraging data-driven insights, I optimize pricing, promotions, and assortment strategies to deliver customer-centric solutions that resonate in the market. Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my outstanding performance and leadership, earning multiple accolades and commendations both personally and for my team. I take pride in the impactful contributions I have made to both business and people results and I am excited to channel my skills and experience into new challenges and opportunities. Let's connect and explore how I can bring value to your team or organization.