From her days as a national accounts field sales representative to now vice president of sales at Breakthru Beverage Maryland, Meghan Hamilton has lived and breathed the sales life in the beverage alcohol industry for most of her career. And she loves every second of it.
“I’m incredibly proud of my team and the culture we are building together,” Hamilton, 39, says. “In an environment where it’s easy to feel defeated by external pressures or overwhelmed by constant change, we find ways to rise to the challenge. We’ve stayed connected and focused as a group, working as a true unit to drive momentum in our market.”
Due to Hamilton’s dedication to growth, she’s served as a mentor to many in the industry. She brings people together across departments to drive meaningful results, as seen when she partnered with Breakthru Maryland operations and sales to refine delivery frequency and build a cross-functional plan that benefited the entire market.
Hamilton’s influence extends beyond Maryland through strong relationships with colleagues across Breakthru Beverage Group, where she is known for sharing insights and fostering collaboration. In every environment, she raises the bar, proving that true leadership elevates the work by elevating others.
“I’m also proud of how I use my voice every day, in every room, to elevate, sponsor and support my female colleagues across the beverage alcohol industry. It’s deeply important to me to invite as many women as possible into the conversation and ensure they are seen, heard and empowered to thrive.”
Hamilton is active in the company’s Women Associate Resource Group (ARG) and local Champions of Change group. During the past two years, she has led the Breast Cancer Awareness Drive in Maryland, and she also mentors multiple associates.
Hamilton hopes to continue growing her career with Breakthru Beverage.
Who: Meghan Hamilton
What: Vice president of sales, wine
Where: Breakthru Maryland, Breakthru Beverage Group
First industry job: National accounts field sales rep with Reliable Churchill (now Breakthru Beverage)
Favorite drink: My blood type is Champagne, but I’ve really come to love a vodka Martini these days
