Matt Kennedy
About Matt Kennedy
Matt Kennedy is the Business Development Manager Lead at General Mills in London, with extensive experience in the coffee industry and account management roles.
Current Role at General Mills
Since March 1, 2023, Matt Kennedy has been serving as the Business Development Manager Lead at General Mills in London. In this role, he leads a team of three, specifically focused on delivering premium ice cream products and services under the Haagen Dazs brand. His responsibilities include developing and implementing strategic business plans to drive growth and enhance the brand's market presence.
Past Experience at Brew It Group
Matt Kennedy worked as a Dealer Relationship Manager at Brew It Group from 2022 to 2023, holding the position for six months in South East UK. During his tenure, he focused on managing and developing relationships with dealers, ensuring that business targets were met and partnerships were effectively maintained.
Roles at illycaffè and Bewley's Tea and Coffee UK Limited
Between 2021 and 2022, Matt Kennedy held the role of Senior National Account Manager at illycaffè for six months. Prior to that, he was a Senior National Account Manager at Bewley's Tea and Coffee UK Limited from 2019 to 2021, serving for two years. In both roles, his primary responsibilities included managing national accounts, driving sales, and optimizing client relationships.
Extended Tenure at Union Hand-Roasted Coffee
Matt Kennedy accumulated seven years of experience at Union Hand-Roasted Coffee, holding various roles between 2012 and 2019. He started as a Key Account Manager for the UK, focusing on the Contract Catering division, and was later promoted to National Account Manager. Between 2018 and 2019, he served as the Operations Manager - Equipment, Service & Support. His comprehensive experience at Union Hand-Roasted Coffee provided him with deep insights into both operational and account management aspects of the business.
Early Career in Account Management
Matt Kennedy embarked on his career in account management at Anheuser-Busch InBev, working as an Account Manager from 2007 to 2009 in Essex. Following that, he took on a similar role at Matthew Algie from 2010 to 2012 in London. His early career laid the foundation for his expertise in managing client relationships and driving sales growth.
Experience in the Coffee Industry
Matt Kennedy has extensive experience in the coffee industry, having worked with notable companies such as illycaffè, Bewley's Tea and Coffee UK Limited, and Union Hand-Roasted Coffee. His roles in these companies have ranged from Senior National Account Manager to Operations Manager, equipping him with a broad and nuanced understanding of the coffee market and its demands.