Geoff Melkjorsen

Geoff Melkjorsen has over 37 years of work experience. Geoff began their career in 1983 as a Technical Trainee at South African Breweries and Sorghum Beer Industries, eventually becoming the General Sales Manager. In 1994, they became the General Manager of the Retail Division of Beacon Sweets & Chocolates. Geoff then moved to Quality Produce Ltd as General Manager in 1997. In 2001, they joined Cott Beverages - Canada as the Director of Business Development. Geoff then joined Metrie in 2005 as Manager of the Home Center Division, where they implemented continuous programming in Denver and Seattle Distribution Centers. Geoff was later promoted to Regional Director of US Retail and Purchasing Manager, overseeing eight direct reports and managing high-profile portfolios. In 2021, they joined Cosecha del Sur Coffee Co. as the Director of Sales.

Geoff Melkjorsen completed their Bachelor of Science - Honors (B.Sc.Hons) in Microbiology, General from the University of Natal between 1979 and 1982. Geoff then went on to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Durban-Westville between 1989 and 1991.