Hope Barbee

Background

About Hope Barbee

SENIOR FRESH MARKET SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Talented relationship-builder with long-standing accounts and in-depth product knowledge, from operations to sales to marketing to management • 17 years in Produce, tenacious in building new business, securing customer loyalty and forging strong relationships with business partners • Accomplished in fresh market development, operations, sales, marketing and procurement in various regions • Savvy marketing professional able to develop brands and packaging design to grow products in new and untapped markets • Resourceful, energetic and dedicated to making cost-effective decisions in a growing industry • Known for resolving the most complex sales, delivery, and logistical issues that arise on a day-to-day basis • Increases sales from $6MM to $14MM in first produce sales role • Successfully replaced CORE COMPETENCIES Revenue & Profit Growth New Market Penetration Product Procurement Business Development Produce Brokering Client Relationship Building Contract Negotiations Brand Management Medjool Date & Berry Sales Key Account Management Produce Sales & Marketing Developing New Accounts Strong Communication Skills Business Management Production Scheduling