Jaki Winkles
About Jaki Winkles
Jaki Winkles serves as the Regional Director for the Southeast at Milestone Brands, LLC, a position held since 2016. With a background in sales and marketing across various roles in the hospitality and spirits industries, Winkles excels in managing tasks in dynamic environments.
Work at Milestone Brands
Jaki Winkles has been serving as the Regional Director for the Southeast at Milestone Brands, LLC since 2016. In this role, Winkles is responsible for overseeing operations and driving sales strategies within the region. Winkles utilizes extensive experience in the hospitality and spirits industries to enhance brand presence and market reach. The position requires strong leadership and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Previous Experience at AlambiQ Inc
Prior to joining Milestone Brands, Jaki Winkles worked at AlambiQ Inc as the Director of Sales and Marketing from 2010 to 2014. During this four-year tenure in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area, Winkles focused on developing sales strategies and marketing initiatives that contributed to the company's growth. This role involved extensive planning and delegation of tasks to ensure effective execution of projects.
Experience at Kindred Spirits USA
Jaki Winkles held multiple positions at Kindred Spirits USA, serving first as the Southeast Regional Sales Manager from 2015 to 2016 and then as the Florida State Manager from 2014 to 2016. In these roles, Winkles was responsible for managing sales operations and fostering relationships with clients in the region. This experience further developed Winkles' skills in communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving.
Background in Hospitality
Before transitioning into sales and marketing roles, Jaki Winkles worked as a bartender at Levy Restaurants located in the American Airlines Arena from 2005 to 2014. This nine-year experience in the hospitality sector provided Winkles with a solid foundation in customer service and event planning, which are essential skills in the spirits industry.
Education and Expertise
Jaki Winkles studied at Florida State University, where Winkles earned a degree in Education with a minor in Psychology from 2002 to 2005. Additionally, Winkles obtained an Associate's Degree in Child Development from Nova Southeastern University/Charles W. Flanagan High School between 1998 and 2002. This educational background complements Winkles' professional expertise in management, organization, and event planning.