Ashley Blair
About Ashley Blair
Ashley Blair is a Gallo Account Development Specialist at Breakthru Beverage Group, where she has worked since 2022. She has a diverse background in the wine industry and academia, with experience in roles ranging from laboratory assistant to research associate at E. & J. Gallo Winery and leadership positions at California Polytechnic State University.
Work at Breakthru Beverage Group
Ashley Blair currently serves as a Gallo Account Development Specialist at Breakthru Beverage Group, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and managing accounts related to E. & J. Gallo Winery products. Prior to this position, she worked as an On Premise Sales Representative at Breakthru Beverage Group from 2021 to 2022, where she was responsible for sales and customer relations in the Denver, Colorado area.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Blair studied at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and a minor in Ethnic Studies from 2011 to 2015. Her academic background is complemented by her extensive experience in applied wine research and procurement administration, which enhances her operational efficiency in dynamic environments.
Background
Ashley Blair has a diverse professional background, beginning her career as a Research Assistant at California Polytechnic State University from 2013 to 2015. She has held various roles at E. & J. Gallo Winery, including Laboratory Assistant, Analytical Chemistry Intern, and Research Associate 1, accumulating significant experience in laboratory settings. Additionally, she worked as a Compounding Assistant at Kohana Pharmacy and served as an Orientation Leader at California Polytechnic State University.
Achievements
During her time at California Polytechnic State University, Ashley held leadership positions in the Pharmacy Club, serving as President from 2013 to 2014 and Vice President from 2014 to 2015. Her leadership roles contributed to the club's activities and outreach efforts. Furthermore, her work in various capacities at E. & J. Gallo Winery reflects her commitment to enhancing operational processes and teamwork in the wine industry.