Aya Nomoto
About Aya Nomoto
Aya Nomoto is a Sales Manager at Breakthru Beverage Group in Las Vegas, Nevada, with over 20 years of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry. She oversees a portfolio of fine wine suppliers and holds multiple certifications in wine and sake expertise.
Work at Breakthru Beverage Group
Aya Nomoto currently serves as a Sales Manager at Breakthru Beverage Group, a position she has held since 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. In this role, she oversees a portfolio of over 200 fine wine suppliers and manages wine-focused top accounts. Prior to her current role, she held various positions within the company, including Business Development Manager from 2014 to 2017, Regional Business Development Manager from 2017 to 2020, and Account Development Manager for ASPECT Fine Wine from 2021 to 2023. Her extensive experience within Breakthru Beverage Group highlights her expertise in the beverage industry.
Education and Expertise
Aya Nomoto has a strong educational background in music, having earned a Master of Music (MM) in Music Theory and Composition from DePaul University from 2003 to 2005. She also holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A) in Music Composition from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, completed from 1998 to 2002. In addition to her music education, she possesses extensive expertise in the beverage industry, supported by certifications as an Advanced Sake Professional, Advanced Sommelier, Certified Specialist of Wine, and Certified Beer Server.
Background in the Beverage Industry
Aya Nomoto has over 20 years of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Before joining Breakthru Beverage Group, she worked as a Sake Specialist at Southern Wine and Spirits from 2007 to 2011. Her roles at Breakthru Beverage Group have included positions focused on business development and sales, showcasing her comprehensive knowledge of the beverage sector and her ability to manage diverse product portfolios.
Career Progression at Breakthru Beverage Group
Aya Nomoto's career at Breakthru Beverage Group reflects a steady progression through various roles. She began as a Business Development Manager from 2014 to 2017, then transitioned to Regional Business Development Manager until 2020. Following a brief stint as a Sales Consultant for Fine Wine, she took on the role of Account Development Manager for ASPECT Fine Wine from 2021 to 2023. Her current position as Sales Manager, which she has held since 2023, marks her continued advancement within the organization.