Kathy Talamante
About Kathy Talamante
Kathy Talamante is a Senior Account Manager at CA Fortune & Company, where she has worked since 2023. With a career spanning several decades in account management and business development, she has held various positions in notable companies such as PepsiCo, The Hershey Company, and The Coca-Cola Company.
Work at CA Fortune
Kathy Talamante serves as a Senior Account Manager at CA Fortune & Company, a role she has held since 2024. In this position, she focuses on managing key accounts and leveraging her extensive experience in the food industry to drive business growth. Her responsibilities include developing strategic relationships with clients and utilizing her expertise in budget management and financial planning to enhance account performance. Kathy's current role is based in Simi Valley, California.
Education and Expertise
Kathy Talamante has a strong educational background in business and management. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Communications and Marketing from California State University, Long Beach. Additionally, she studied Food Industry Management at USC Marshall School of Business. Kathy also holds an Associate of Arts degree in General Education from Citrus College. Her educational foundation supports her expertise in budget management, forecasting, and financial planning, which are essential for her roles in account management and business development.
Background
Kathy Talamante has over three decades of experience in the food and beverage industry. She began her career at The Hershey Company as an Account Manager from 1986 to 1992. Following this, she worked at The Coca-Cola Company for one year, before joining PepsiCo Foodservice, where she held various positions, including Director of Category Management and National Account Sales Manager. Her career also includes a role as National Account Manager at IMI Cornelius and a decade-long tenure as Vice President of Business Development at Navigator Sales and Marketing, LLC.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Kathy Talamante has developed a strong expertise in customized customer marketing and category and brand development. She has extensive experience in both retail and foodservice channels, which has enabled her to effectively manage accounts and drive strategic initiatives. Her proficiency in fact-based selling using syndicated data has been crucial for making informed decisions in sales and marketing. Kathy's background in budget management and financial planning further supports her success in her current and previous roles.