Dana Vanhoy
About Dana Vanhoy
Dana Vanhoy is a Client Success Manager at Alliance Sales & Marketing, with a background in various roles within the grocery and retail sectors, including significant positions at Food Lion and Delhaize Group. She has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Michigan State University and is recognized for her leadership skills and expertise in merchandising and category management.
Work at Alliance Sales & Marketing
Dana Vanhoy has been serving as a Client Success Manager at Alliance Sales & Marketing since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing client relationships and ensuring successful project outcomes. Her experience in client management is complemented by her extensive background in the grocery and retail sectors.
Previous Experience in the Grocery Industry
Dana Vanhoy has held multiple positions in the grocery industry, including significant roles at Food Lion. She worked as a Category Analyst in the Deli department from 2007 to 2009, and later as Manager of Bakery Merchandising from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Strategic Product Sourcing Analyst from 2009 to 2011, contributing to her expertise in merchandising and category management.
Education and Expertise
Dana Vanhoy earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Michigan State University, where she studied from 1991 to 1995. Her educational background supports her diverse skill set, which includes strategic development, financial analysis, and cross-functional team management. She has specialized knowledge in merchandising and category management, particularly in the deli-bakery sector.
Career Progression and Achievements
Dana Vanhoy's career includes various roles that demonstrate her leadership and strategic capabilities. At Affinity Group, she was a Business Manager from 2017 to 2022. During her tenure at Food Lion, she achieved significant sales growth, increasing client sales from $46.3 million in 2018 to $84 million in 2021 over four consecutive years. Her experience also includes positions as a Senior Internal Auditor at Dominion and USG, and as a Senior Forensic Internal Auditor at Delhaize Group.
Skills and Leadership
Dana Vanhoy possesses strong leadership skills and is recognized for her ability to implement and monitor strategic initiatives from start to finish. Her expertise spans across strategic development and financial analysis, particularly within the grocery, CPG, and retail industries. This skill set enables her to effectively manage cross-functional teams and drive successful outcomes for her clients.