Ryan Taylor
About Ryan Taylor
Ryan Taylor serves as the Director of Sales for the Northeast region at Poppi, specializing in prebiotic soda. He has extensive experience in the beverage industry, having previously held sales positions at KeVita Probiotic Drinks and GT'S Kombucha.
Current Role at Poppi
Ryan Taylor serves as the Director of Sales for the Northeast region at Poppi. He has held this position since 2021, focusing on expanding the market presence of prebiotic soda in New England. His role involves developing sales strategies and managing relationships with retailers to enhance product distribution.
Previous Experience in Beverage Sales
Before joining Poppi, Ryan Taylor worked at GT'S Kombucha as the Region Sales Manager for New England from 2017 to 2021. In this position, he was responsible for driving sales growth and managing regional accounts. Prior to that, he was a Territory Sales Manager at KeVita Probiotic Drinks from 2013 to 2017, where he also focused on sales in the New England area.
Educational Background
Ryan Taylor graduated from Bryant University in Smithfield, Rhode Island, with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management. He attended Bryant University from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, he completed a minor in Communications during his studies. In 2012, he furthered his education by studying at the University of Sydney for 11 months.
Early Career Experience
Ryan Taylor began his career with internships that provided foundational experience in sales and communications. He worked as a Communications Intern for the Providence Bruins from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, he served as a Sales Intern at Pirate Brands/Pirate's Booty from 2010 to 2012, where he gained insights into the sales process within the food and beverage industry.