Brett Bornemann
About Brett Bornemann
Brett Bornemann serves as the Region Operations Manager for the USA and Canada East Region at Brown-Forman, a position he has held since 2019. With a strong background in sales and brand management, he has over 18 years of experience in the beverage industry, primarily with Brown-Forman.
Work at Brown-Forman
Brett Bornemann has held multiple positions at Brown-Forman since joining the company. He currently serves as the Region Operations Manager for the USA and Canada East Region, a role he has occupied since 2019. Prior to this, he worked as the Distributor Execution Manager for the Route to Consumer Team from 2015 to 2018. He also held the position of Whiskey Portfolio and Distributor Execution Manager for a brief period in 2018-2019. His earlier roles at Brown-Forman include Territory Portfolio Manager for New England and On Premise Market Manager in San Diego. His tenure at the company spans over a decade, showcasing his extensive experience in various operational and managerial capacities.
Education and Expertise
Brett Bornemann earned a Master of Business Administration from The University of Dallas, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from The University of Texas at Austin, completed from 1998 to 2002. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in sales management and operations within the beverage industry. His expertise includes brand management, particularly with Jack Daniel's, and strategic planning for distribution channels.
Background
Brett Bornemann began his career in the beverage industry at E. & J. Gallo Winery, where he participated in the Management Development Program from 2002 to 2005. He then transitioned to Republic National Distributing Company as a District Sales Manager for the Gallo Division. Following this, he joined Brown-Forman, where he has held various roles that have contributed to his extensive experience in sales and operations management. His work has spanned multiple regions, including Texas, San Diego, and Hawaii.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Brett Bornemann has developed a strong track record in managing operations and sales strategies. His experience includes overseeing on-premise market strategies in regions such as Texas and San Diego. He has been involved in the strategic planning and execution of distribution channels for Brown-Forman, enhancing the company's operational effectiveness in the USA and Canada East regions. His background in brand management, particularly with Jack Daniel's, further underscores his contributions to the industry.