Addison Schlader
About Addison Schlader
Addison Schlader is an On-Premise Market Manager at Brown-Forman in Illinois, with a background in marketing and sales across various roles in the beverage industry. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Indiana University Bloomington.
Work at Brown-Forman
Addison Schlader currently serves as the On-Premise Market Manager for Illinois at Brown-Forman, a position held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for managing the company's presence in on-premise locations across the state, focusing on building relationships with key accounts and driving sales. Prior to this role, he completed a two-month internship at Brown-Forman in 2017, where he gained foundational experience in the beverage industry.
Previous Experience at Groupon
Before his current role, Addison Schlader worked at Groupon as a Merchant Development Representative from 2019 to 2020. During his nine months in this position, he operated out of Chicago, Illinois, where he focused on developing relationships with merchants and enhancing their engagement with the Groupon platform.
Experience in the Beverage Industry
Addison Schlader has extensive experience in the beverage industry, having worked at Anheuser-Busch as a Craft/Import Beer Sales Representative from 2020 to 2023. His role involved promoting and selling various craft and imported beers in the Greater Chicago Area, contributing to brand visibility and sales growth. Additionally, he worked at CentraArchy Restaurants for six years, where he held multiple positions including Hostess, Bartender, and Cocktail Server.
Education and Expertise
Addison Schlader earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Indiana University Bloomington, completing his studies from 2015 to 2019. His educational background provides him with insights into consumer behavior, which can be beneficial in his marketing and sales roles within the beverage industry.
Leadership Role at Alpha Phi International Fraternity
From 2016 to 2017, Addison Schlader served as the Vice President of Marketing for Alpha Phi International Fraternity in Bloomington, Indiana. In this leadership role, he was responsible for overseeing marketing initiatives and promoting the fraternity's activities, which contributed to his development in marketing and organizational skills.