Blake Southward
About Blake Southward
Blake Southward is a New Business Manager at US Foods, with a background in sales and business development. He holds an MBA from the University of Maryland Global Campus and has extensive experience in various sales and management roles across multiple industries.
Current Role at US Foods
Blake Southward serves as the New Business Manager at US Foods, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing new business opportunities and driving revenue growth within the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. His responsibilities include identifying potential clients, creating strategic plans, and implementing initiatives to exceed sales targets.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Prior to his current role, Blake Southward worked at US Foods as a Territory Sales Manager from 2014 to 2015. During this time, he managed sales operations in the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area, where he developed relationships with clients and contributed to the company's sales performance.
Education and Expertise
Blake Southward earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Maryland Global Campus, completing his studies from 2016 to 2018. He also attended Harvard Business School Online, where he obtained a certificate in Strategy Execution in 2021. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from The University of Findlay, which he completed from 2007 to 2010.
Military Background
Blake Southward has three years of active duty military experience, serving in the US Army as part of B. Co. 1/3 The Old Guard from 2011 to 2014. His military background has contributed to his leadership skills and discipline in his professional career.
Sales and Management Experience
Blake Southward has accumulated over 12 years of sales experience and 6 years of management experience across various industries. His career includes roles such as Dental Territory Manager at Straumann Group and Sales Manager at Aaron's, Inc. He has a proven track record in business development and has been involved in creating new business revenue and exceeding sales goals.