Ryan M. Hannah
About Ryan M. Hannah
Ryan M. Hannah serves as the Vice President of Trade Development at Breakthru Beverage Group, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in analytics and trade development, with previous roles at Diageo and RBC, and holds degrees in Management of Enterprise Data Analytics and International Business.
Current Role at Breakthru Beverage Group
Ryan M. Hannah serves as the Vice President of Trade Development at Breakthru Beverage Group, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing trade development strategies and initiatives within the organization. His leadership is focused on enhancing the company's market presence and driving growth in the beverage sector.
Previous Experience in Trade Development
Prior to his current role, Ryan held the position of Senior Director of Trade Development at Breakthru Beverage Group from 2019 to 2021. He also worked as the Director of Trade Development for a brief period in 2018. His experience in trade development spans several years and includes significant roles at Diageo, where he served as Category & Commercial Insights Manager and Business Performance Analyst.
Educational Background
Ryan M. Hannah has a solid educational foundation in management and analytics. He studied at the University of Toronto, where he completed a program in Management of Enterprise Data Analytics & Big Data in 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Management degree from Dalhousie University. Additionally, he has pursued specialized education in the beverage industry, achieving Level 2 Awards in both Wine & Spirits and Spirits from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust.
Career Path and Roles
Ryan's career began at Kia Canada Inc., where he worked for three years in various roles related to analytics and brand marketing. He then transitioned to RBC as Manager of Enterprise Brand Metrics. His experience at Diageo further solidified his expertise in commercial insights and business performance, contributing to his subsequent roles in trade development.
International Business Studies
Ryan participated in a study abroad program at Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen, focusing on International Business. This experience complemented his academic pursuits and provided him with a global perspective on business practices, which he has applied throughout his career.