Ryan Ponist

Ryan Ponist is an experienced Account Manager at Scandinavian Tobacco Group since April 2023, with a prior role as Business Development Manager at Alec Bradley Cigars from March 2015 to April 2023. In that position, Ryan collaborated with Territory Managers to identify business expansion opportunities and acted as an intermediary for distributors and wholesalers, enhancing brand visibility through nationwide travel and consumer insights. Prior roles include Regional Territory Manager at Alec Bradley Cigars, responsible for brand promotion and account expansion, and Sales Broker as an Independent Contractor, focusing on client acquisition and brand awareness. Additional experience includes Assistant Manager at Dirty Dog Cigar Shoppe and Security Officer at Carnegie Mellon University Police Department, as well as various roles in security and production. Ryan holds education from Fort Hays State University and Elizabeth Forward Senior High School.