Republic National Distributing Company and Brown Forman are committed to growing and supporting the next generation of leaders through the Elevate Program, a sales leadership development program for recent college graduates. This program provides an exceptional opportunity to grow a career in the wine and spirits industry.
Program Overview
The program includes comprehensive sales training and immersive spirits education through a structured path with the right portfolio of on-the-job, social, and formal experiences. Participants will receive structured onboarding, progressive training, defined transition plans, performance reviews, and mentorship.
Characteristics of an Elevate Candidate
- Current senior (last year) student at US University, who is at least 21 years old by May 2025
- Passionate problem solver
- Strong leadership skills and confidence
- Excellent communication skills
One of our cohorts shares their thoughts below:
“I never thought that when I joined this program that I would be learning so much on a daily basis. I’m grateful for the doors that have been opened by the Elevate experience.” – Edward Calderon, RNDC DFW On-Premise Sales Rep
“I really appreciate the Elevate Program! It creates a space to learn with like-minded individuals. This collaboration is very encouraging, it shows that RNDC places emphasis on providing its employees with opportunities for growth.” – Julius Woods, RNDC Louisville Key Account Rep
“It has been an amazing experience with RNDC and Brown Forman Elevate program. Both have welcomed me with open arms, and I am grateful for this amazing opportunity!” – Dayna Kinnaird, RNDC Louisville Off-Premise Sales Rep
Application Details
If you’re interested in applying, please submit your application at this link.
If you have any questions, please email us at culture@rndc-usa.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This program is open to all individuals with a demonstrated commitment to diversity.