As Red Boot Beverage’s Director of Sales, Chris Slanga is responsible for developing and growing the company’s client portfolio. With over 15 years of beverage industry experience spanning both the supplier and distribution sides, Chris is passionate about helping beverage brands find a manufacturing partner they can rely on for the long term.
Chris’ typical day includes preparing for tradeshows, speaking with potential clients, sourcing leads, networking, and guiding new clients through their journey to their first production run at Red Boot. His favorite career achievements revolve around working with brands and watching them grow, both in the marketplace and as organizations.
He says, “the people at Red Boot make it an awesome place to work. There are so many smart and talented individuals here with a focus on quality and simply ‘doing the right thing.'”
A Minnesota native from the northern suburbs of Minneapolis, Chris previously served as a Business Development Director at BevSource and a Sales/Operations Manager at Premium Waters, Inc. Outside of work, Chris loves cooking, especially anything that can go on a smoker or grill. He also enjoys staying active with pickleball, softball, the gym, camping, hiking, golf, and spending time with friends and family.
FUN FACTS
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite beverage: Old Fashioned
Hobbies: Cooking, golf, pickleball, softball, camping, hiking, coffee roasting, and spending time with friends.
Favorite TV show or Movie: Always Sunny in Philadelphia
Best Piece of Advice: Be yourself!
Three words that describe your coworkers: Respectful, bright, and supportive.