Sam’s Role at Botrista
Sam is an Account Management Lead, dedicated to providing top-notch frontline support to our restaurant partners. He excels in observing and supporting operations, identifying problems, and implementing solutions to enhance restaurant profitability through our innovative beverage programs, including our state-of-the-art drink machine.
Why Sam Joined Botrista
“I was first inspired to join the team at Botrista because of my prior career exposure to the beverage industry. The craft beverage market has limitless potential, and Botrista created a groundbreaking solution. We’re enabling restaurant partners to transform their beverage menus with unmatched creativity and innovation!”
A Strong Background in Beverage Industry Leadership
With nine years of experience in the beverage industry, including his time at Botrista, Sam has an impressive background. “I worked at Coca-Cola as a Market Development Manager, handling key accounts and scouting new business opportunities. I built strong relationships with my long-term accounts, and many of them continued to work with me when I moved to PepsiCo. There, I was able to contribute to our Los Angeles market share growth by approximately 30%.”
Passion for Mentorship and Team Growth
Mentorship is Sam’s favorite part of his role.
“I take pride in being someone for our new account management team members to ask questions to. I love offering my support and showcasing my passion for my role, the BotristaPro beverage machine, and the products we offer.”
He also draws inspiration from leadership.
“Our Chief Strategy Officer, Jason Valentine, inspired me during a company training earlier this year. He talked about the importance of recognizing the value you bring to your team.”
Lessons Learned in His Career
Sam shares two key lessons he lives by:
Act like a restaurant owner.
“The biggest lesson I’ve learned throughout my professional career is to ‘act as a restaurant owner.’ By putting myself in the shoes of our restaurant partners, I get more involved with each location, providing them with solutions that support their operations.”
Always dig deeper.
“Don’t just look at what’s on the surface; you have to dig deeper. Analytics tell a bigger story than what meets the eye!”
Favorite Botrista Memories
Sam’s favorite Botrista memory is watching the company grow.
“When I started my career at Botrista, we had a small team. We’re growing rapidly, and I’m incredibly proud to see the continued motivation and dedication that our team shares.”
Life Outside of Work
A fun fact about Sam: he loves to golf!
“I’ve only been playing for about two years, but I’ve grown to really enjoy the sport. I’m always the happiest when I’m able to get out on the course and spend the day golfing with my friends.”
If his best friend could describe him in three words, Sam says they’d choose dependable, proactive, and genuine.
Sam’s Favorite Botrista Drink
Sam’s go-to fresh blend is the strawberry pineapple smoothie.
“This smoothie paired with our mango jelly is the best. The strawberry and pineapple flavors mesh very well together, it definitely has a tropical feel to it.”
