Margaret Hancock
About Margaret Hancock
Margaret Hancock serves as the VP of Partnerships at Pepper, leveraging her extensive experience in sales and the culinary industry to establish strategic partnerships and enhance brand visibility.
Work at Pepper
Margaret Hancock serves as the VP of Partnerships at Pepper, a role she has held since 2021. In this position, she focuses on establishing strategic partnerships to create a future pipeline of business. Her responsibilities include executing marketing events aimed at increasing brand visibility and fostering successful relationships that enhance brand building and staff performance. Hancock's experience in sales and the culinary industry allows her to approach partnerships with a unique perspective.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Before her current role at Pepper, Margaret Hancock held various positions in sales management. She worked as the Western Regional Sales Manager at Ducktrap River of Maine from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, she was a Sales Executive and Account Management Leader at Seattle Fish Company from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she served as the Western Region Sales Manager at Blue Ocean Mariculture from 2017 to 2019. In these roles, she regularly surpassed sales goals through skilled negotiation tactics and presentation skills.
Culinary Education and Training
Margaret Hancock has a strong educational background in culinary arts. She studied at The Culinary Institute of America from 2006 to 2008, where she earned an Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Culinary Arts. This training complements her business education, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of both culinary and management principles.
Background in Culinary Management
Hancock's experience in culinary management includes her role as General Manager at MAD Greens - Eat Better from 2010 to 2011. She also worked as the Regional Kitchen Manager and Production Chef at Boulder Valley School District from 2011 to 2013. In these positions, she was responsible for overseeing kitchen operations and mentoring staff, further enhancing her skills in management and team leadership.
Education and Expertise
Margaret Hancock studied Business Administration and Management at the University of Colorado Boulder from 2002 to 2006, achieving a degree in Business Management. This educational foundation, combined with her culinary training, equips her with a diverse skill set that spans both business and culinary sectors, allowing her to excel in her current role and previous positions.