Sophie Brown
About Sophie Brown
Sophie Brown is a Signature Account Manager in Scotland, currently working at Brown-Forman since 2021. She has extensive experience in brand development and marketing within the spirits industry, having held various roles at Edrington-Beam Suntory UK and Maxxium UK Ltd.
Current Role at Brown-Forman
Sophie Brown serves as the Signature Account Manager for Scotland at Brown-Forman since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for managing key accounts across Scotland and Northern Ireland. Her position involves strategic planning and execution to enhance brand presence and drive sales within the region. Prior to this role, she worked as the On Trade Sales Manager at Brown-Forman from 2020 to 2021, where she developed skills in sales management and client relations.
Previous Experience at Edrington-Beam Suntory UK
Sophie Brown has extensive experience at Edrington-Beam Suntory UK, where she held multiple positions. She began as a Marketing Graduate from 2017 to 2018, followed by a role as Brand Development Executive in both Glasgow and Edinburgh from 2018 to 2020. Her responsibilities included brand strategy and market analysis, contributing to her expertise in brand development within the spirits industry.
Internship Experience at Maxxium UK Ltd
Sophie Brown completed internships at Maxxium UK Ltd, starting as a Marketing Intern in 2016 for five months, followed by a role as Category Development Intern from 2016 to 2017 for eight months. These internships provided her with foundational experience in marketing and category development, which she later applied in her professional roles in the spirits sector.
Educational Background
Sophie Brown studied at The University of Stirling, where she earned a Bachelor's of Arts with Honours in Business Studies and Marketing from 2012 to 2017. Additionally, she attended Alva Academy from 2006 to 2012. Her educational background has equipped her with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for her career in marketing and account management.