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Jennifer Swain

@jenniferswain

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I’m a sustainability-focused co-founder driving sales, partnerships, and plastic-free product innovation.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a mission-driven team where I can lead go-to-market growth—building partnerships, driving revenue, and advancing sustainability—while contributing hands-on, customer-focused product and brand execution.

I’m the co-founder of Sustainable Sips, where I spearheaded the launch of an innovative biodegradable straw line and led sales and business development to secure partnerships with 100+ locations. I advocate for sustainability in the hospitality sector and work toward 100% plastic-free solutions, earning recognition as a nominee and finalist for “Rising Star” with the Over the Rhine Chamber of Commerce.

Before that, I built hands-on agritech and consumer brand experience—working as a Food Technician and Packer at 80 Acres Farms in indoor vertical farming while producing pesticide-free produce for major grocery retailers. Earlier, I co-founded Kaffee Bitte Coffee to pioneer a better coffee experience with small-batch roasted coffee, and I served as an Account Executive in publishing, securing high-value advertising contracts, event sponsorships, and consistently exceeding monthly revenue targets through strong client relationships and impactful print and digital campaigns.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Co-founder, Sustainable Sips

Current

Sustainable Sips, LLC

Jul 2023 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Spearheaded the launch of an innovative biodegradable straw line and led sales/business development to secure partnerships with 100+ locations. Advocated for 100% plastic-free solutions in hospitality and was a nominee/finalist for the “Rising Star” Over the Rhine Chamber of Commerce award.

Product Launch Sales Leadership Business Development Partnership Building Sustainability Strategy

Food Technician & Packer

80 Acres Farms

Feb 2023 - May 2023 (3 months)

Harvested, weighed, inspected, and packaged fresh basil while maintaining strict food safety and sanitation protocols. Supported quality checks to ensure products met established standards for distribution.

Food Safety Sanitation Quality Assurance Harvesting Support Weighing Weigh Based QC Packaging & Compliance

Co-founder, Kaffee Bitte

Kaffee Bitte Coffee, LLC

Jan 2020 - Jan 2023 (3 years)

Pioneered a better coffee experience with small-batch roasted coffee and built partnerships with grocery stores and markets across multiple regions. Drove business growth through direct retail and market partnership development.

Small Batch Coffee Product Brand Development Sales Retail Partnerships Grocery Market Development Go To Market Relationship Management Business Growth

Account Executive

Lead Tribune Publishing Group

Jan 2016 - Jan 2020 (4 years)

Secured high-value advertising contracts and event sponsorships by building and maintaining strong relationships with small businesses, agencies, and nonprofits. Consistently exceeded monthly revenue targets selling print and digital advertising packages.

Advertising Sales Event Sponsorships Client Relationship Management Digital Advertising Revenue Targets Account Management Negotiation

Account Executive

Emmis Publishing

Jan 2012 - Jan 2016 (4 years)

Served as a top-performing sales professional, earning multiple Chairman’s Club awards for outstanding revenue growth. Managed key client accounts, generated new business opportunities, and designed impactful advertising campaigns.

Sales Performance Account Management New Business Development Client Relationship Management Revenue Growth Strategic Account Planning