Kelly O'brien
About Kelly O'brien
Kelly O'Brien serves as the VP of Sales at Albertsons Companies, C.A. Fortune, bringing over 25 years of experience in sales management, particularly in the grocery brokerage industry. With a culinary degree and a strong passion for market trends, O'Brien has effectively built a nimble team focused on the evolving landscape of retail.
Current Role at C.A. Fortune
Kelly O'Brien serves as the Vice President of Sales for Albertsons Companies at C.A. Fortune. In this role, she has focused on adapting to the evolving landscape of Albertsons, a key retailer in the West. Since joining C.A. Fortune in 2022, she has built a successful and agile team dedicated to navigating market trends and enhancing sales strategies.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Prior to her current position, Kelly O'Brien held the role of Senior Director of Sales for Albertsons/Safeway at C.A. Fortune for eight months in 2021-2022. She also worked at Impact Group as a Senior Client Manager and Intermountain Team Lead from 2018 to 2021. Her experience spans over 25 years in sales management, with a focus on the grocery brokerage industry for the past 12 years.
Background in Culinary Arts and Education
Kelly O'Brien has a strong educational background in both business and culinary arts. She studied Business/Commerce at Minneapolis College from 1998 to 2000. Additionally, she earned an Associate of Science degree in Culinary Arts from Texas Culinary Academy in 2006. This combination of education supports her passion for food and market trends.
Experience at Starbucks and Impact Group
Before her tenure at C.A. Fortune, Kelly O'Brien worked at Starbucks as an Operations Manager from 2006 to 2013, where she gained valuable experience in retail operations. Following her time at Starbucks, she joined Impact Group as a Client Manager Co-Sales from 2016 to 2018, further enhancing her skills in client management and sales.
Project Management Skills
Kelly O'Brien possesses a deep understanding of project management principles, particularly in timelines and delegation. Her effective project management skills have contributed to her success in building and leading teams in the grocery brokerage industry, allowing her to respond adeptly to market changes and client needs.