Sales &
Marketing

We navigate the complexities of the beverage and alcohol industry

BRANDS WE'VE WORKED WITH

SERVICES

Sales

Growing your sales with our team, and distributors, is what we do

Brand Marketing

Develop and execute marketing strategies and plans

We are proud to serve you throughout the U.S. with our diverse team

At Slicker Beverage Insights diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we represent

OUR TEAM

Our team has breadth and depth of experience in all channels, 50 states, with luxury, small, craft and specialty wine and spirit brands.

Extensive distributor management experience, including SGWS, RNDC, JBL, and Empire.

Experience working with organizations such as DIRECTV, Promogo, E&J Gallo, Kobrand, DeKuyper International, and Stoli USA.

Founder & Managing Partner

Robert Slicker

Thirty years in Beverage Alcohol Industry, both supplier and distributor tiers, overseeing $10M-$250 M in revenue. Developed and implemented sales and marketing strategies for luxury, small craft and specialty wine and spirits in all trade channels, in all 50 states, with extensive On/Off trade and national account experience.

Directly managed wholesaler networks in US-SGWS, RNDC, JBL, Empire- top down. Managed sales teams, up to 50, on both supplier and distributor sides.

Company experience includes Pepsi Co, E&J Gallo, Diageo, Kobrand, DeKuyper International, and Stoli USA.

Executive Vice President of Sales

Tyler Brown

Sales executive with 30 years experience in the wine and spirits industry, offering a blend of expertise and strategic acumen working with suppliers and retailers in both ON and OFF premise

Proficient in driving brand growth and enhancing market penetration

Vice President of Sales

Bill Bostain

Sales executive with over 25 years of experience in the wine and spirits industry, with extensive background spanning the three tiers, including roles with suppliers and distributors such as RNDC and SGWS, as well as in the hospitality industry

Expertise covers both ON and OFF premise environments, consistently driving brand growth, enhanced market penetration, and forging strong relationships that deliver tangible results

Level 2 certification in Wine and Spirits Education

Market Manager, Southern California

Mike Dattilo

11 years experience in alcohol beverage industry in chain, independent, and on-premise

Made up of 8 years with beer distributor and 3 years on the supplier side work with emerging spirit brands

Market Manager, North Texas

Leila Wolfe

8 years in the wine and service industry, worked various positions ranging from working in tasting rooms, distribution sales with RNDC then on to a supplier role

Additional expertise in fine wine brand development, consumer and customer training.

Level 2 certification in Wine and Spirits Education

Market Manager, Central Florida

Steve Tilton

20+ years experience in all three tiers of Beverage Alcohol Industry, working with distributors like SGWS, and some of the largest brand portfolios—Constellation, Pernod Ricard, Bacardi, Beam Suntory, Tito’s, Patron, Leopold Bros, Domaine Select, Trinchero, Chateau St. Michelle Estates. Additional experience working with and for major hotel groups, such as Vail Marriott and Disney Hotels.

Certified spirits specialist and sommelier

Market Manager, South Texas

Ron Flecha

10 years in the wine and spirits industry, with a deep understanding of category development and sales, having successfully operated a multimillion-dollar business. Additional expertise in customer relationship management

Certified Sommelier and Master Sommelier in-training, fluent in Spanish

Market Manager, Southeast Texas

Dylan Wolpers

11 years in the wine and spirits and service industry, ON and OFF channels, supplier and distributor experience, also distribution sales with SGWS

Additional expertise in consumer education and brand activations

Level 2 certification in Wine and Spirits Education

Market Manager, Tennessee

Conner Brown

Dynamic and passionate salesperson with experience selling craft spirits and beer in both the ON and OFF channels

Focused on product education and having a natural gift for building relationships, allows him to foster partnerships with bars, restaurants, and retailers

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Sales & Marketing

BRANDS WE'VE WORKED WITH

SERVICES

Sales

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Brand Marketing

OUR TEAM

Founder & Managing Partner

Robert Slicker

Tyler Brown

Bill Bostain

Mike Dattilo

Leila Wolfe

Steve Tilton

Ron Flecha

Dylan Wolpers

Conner Brown

Slicker Beverage Insights

Sales &
Marketing