Burley Tuggle
About Burley Tuggle
Burley Tuggle is a District Leader at Primerica and an Independent Wine Consultant at Flow Wine Group, with extensive experience in sales and finance. He holds multiple degrees and certifications in sociology, public policy, and wine education.
Work at Primerica
Burley Tuggle has served as a District Leader at Primerica since 2005. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations and managing a team within the organization. His tenure at Primerica spans 19 years, during which he has developed expertise in financial services and client management. The company focuses on providing financial education and services to clients, and Tuggle plays a significant role in this mission.
Experience in the Wine Industry
Tuggle has been an Independent Wine Consultant at Flow Wine Group since 2016. His responsibilities include marketing and promoting wine brands, conducting tastings, and providing wine education to consumers. He sells wine and spirit products at various off-premise locations and reports sales and feedback to clients. His background in the wine industry is further supported by his studies in sommelier training and certifications.
Education and Expertise
Burley Tuggle holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Vanderbilt University, which he completed from 1991 to 1995. He also earned a Master of Science in Urban Policy Analysis and Management from The New School's Milano School from 1995 to 1997. Additionally, he has completed various certifications, including an Intensive Sommelier Training Certificate from the Institute of Culinary Education and a Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Wine & Spirits from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current roles, Tuggle worked at MDRC as a Budget/Contract Associate for 19 years, from 2000 to 2019. He also held positions at Total Wine & More as a Retail Sales Associate and Delivery Driver for three months in 2020, and at Specialty Staffing LLC as a Banquet Server/Bartender for four months in 2021. These roles contributed to his diverse skill set in finance, retail, and hospitality.