Greg Neighbors
About Greg Neighbors
Greg Neighbors is a Business Manager at Breakthru Beverage Group, where he has worked since 2020. He has a strong track record of driving portfolio growth and managing a diverse range of brands that generate significant annual revenue.
Work at Breakthru Beverage Group
Greg Neighbors has been employed at Breakthru Beverage Group as a Business Manager since 2020. In this role, he manages a diverse portfolio of over 40 brands, which includes more than 100 items, and generates annual revenue exceeding $41 million. Prior to his current position, he served as Channel Manager for Spectrum Spirits from 2015 to 2020 and as Brand Manager for Remy/Craft Beer from 2013 to 2015. His tenure at Breakthru Beverage Group has been marked by consistent portfolio growth and strategic management.
Education and Expertise
Greg Neighbors holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in General Studies from Eastern Illinois University, where he studied from 2000 to 2006. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in sales and business management within the beverage industry. He is proficient in Blue Ridge inventory forecasting systems, which aids in effective inventory management and strategic planning.
Background in Sales and Management
Before joining Breakthru Beverage Group, Greg Neighbors worked at Southern Wine & Spirits in various roles from 2006 to 2015. His positions included Sales Associate, Food & Drug Sales Representative, Sales Representative, Category Analyst, and Category Manager/Key Account Manager. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong ability to drive revenue growth and profitability, achieving notable increases during his tenure.
Achievements in Revenue Growth
During his career, Greg Neighbors has consistently contributed to revenue growth and profitability. At Southern Wine & Spirits, he achieved a 10% revenue growth and a 9.3% increase in gross profit dollars in his last year. Additionally, he drove portfolio growth at Breakthru Beverage Group, with revenue increases of 2% in 2017, 4% in 2018, and 10% in 2019. His efforts have led to significant contributions to the overall financial performance of the organizations he has been part of.