Braxton Carter
About Braxton Carter
Braxton Carter serves as the Region Vice President of Local Sales for the Southeast at US Foods, where he leads a team of 14 Vice Presidents across 17 markets. With a background in political science, he has been instrumental in generating over $6 billion in revenue and oversees a sales team of more than 1,000 associates.
Work at US Foods
Braxton Carter serves as the Region VP of Local Sales for the Southeast at US Foods, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads a team of 14 Vice Presidents of Local Sales across 17 markets in the Southeast region. Prior to this position, he worked as Vice President of Local Sales in Atlanta from 2017 to 2021 and in Knoxville from 2016 to 2017. His responsibilities include overseeing a sales team of over 1,000 associates and generating significant revenue for the company.
Education and Expertise
Braxton Carter earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Government from the University of Memphis, where he studied from 1995 to 2002. He also attended the University of Evansville for one year from 1994 to 1995. His educational background provides a foundation for his leadership and strategic decision-making in sales management.
Background
Braxton Carter has extensive experience in sales leadership within the food service industry. His career at US Foods spans several years, during which he has held multiple leadership roles. His work has focused on local sales strategies and team management across various markets in the Southeast.
Achievements
In 2021, Braxton Carter achieved the Presidents Cup, recognizing his contributions to the company. His leadership has been instrumental in generating over $6 billion in revenue, showcasing his effectiveness in driving sales and managing large teams within the organization.