LANCASTER, OH, October 08, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Melissa Nutter has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Nutter is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in account development, currently serving as the Customer Development Director II for Kroger at Coca-Cola Consolidated Inc., the largest independent bottler in the United States. Since 2018, she has been instrumental in overseeing Kroger operations in Columbus, Ohio, ensuring that both Kroger and Coca-Cola Consolidated meet their budgetary goals. She manages 113 stores across three states and acts as a liaison between the operations, marketing, product supply and finance teams.
Ms. Nutter's career at the Coca-Cola Company began in 2012 when she joined as a market development manager. She excelled in this role until 2014 when she was promoted to district sales manager. In 2017, she transitioned to Coca-Cola Consolidated as a district sales manager advancing to customer development manager III for value later that year. By 2018, she had ascended to her current role as a customer development director II.
Before her tenure at the Coca-Cola Company, Ms. Nutter gained valuable experience as an account manager at Corporate Research International from 2011 to 2012 and at American Commodore Tuxedo from 2009 until 2011. She also served as a creative marketing intern at the RightThing Inc. in 2010. Her expertise in key accounts has been recognized through various accolades, including being named a Rising Star for Top Women in Grocery in 2021, a testament to her leadership during the challenging post-COVID-19 period.
Laying the groundwork for Ms. Nutter's professional achievements was her educational background. She obtained an Associate of Arts in marketing and sales from Owens Community College in 2009, followed by a Bachelor of Science in marketing from the University of Findlay, which she earned in 2011. She attributes her success to the strong work ethic instilled by her parents, which has been a driving force throughout her career.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Ms. Nutter is actively involved in industry-related organizations such as NextUp and serves as the president of the Women's Resource Group at Coca-Cola Consolidated. Her commitment to civic engagement is evident through her volunteer work with the NextUp since 2018 and the Mid-Ohio Food Collective. She has also been a judge for DECA Inc. since 2012.
Ms. Nutter's journey from studying marketing to becoming a key figure at Coca-Cola Consolidated exemplifies her dedication and expertise in her field.Looking ahead. She aims to continue with Coca-Cola Consolidated and aspires to progress to a higher leadership role within the next few years.
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