DrinkPAK
Nate Patena has a strong background in the beverage industry, with experience in various leadership roles. From 2010 to 2016, Nate served as the Chief Operating Officer at Kevita, where they managed a team of over 50 employees and maintained strategic partnerships to improve supply chain efficiency. In 2016, Nate joined PepsiCo as the Chief Operating Officer of KeVita, overseeing day-to-day operations and integration activities following the acquisition. In 2017, they became the COO & CFO at Core Nutrition, where they were responsible for finance, supply chain, quality, and R&D operations. Nate then joined RedDecimal, LLC in 2019 as a Managing Partner. Currently, Nate is the CEO of DrinkPAK, a contract manufacturer of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, where they oversee a large-scale operation with comprehensive operational services.
Nate Patena has completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Entertainment & Media Management from Columbia College Chicago. Nate has also pursued higher education at Pepperdine University School of Public Policy, where they obtained a Master of Public Policy degree with a focus on International Relations. Additionally, Nate has attended the Pepperdine Graziadio Business School to earn a Master of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Finance. The specific years of enrollment and completion dates for each program are not provided.
DrinkPAK
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DrinkPAK is a next-generation North American contract manufacturer of large-volume premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic canned beverages. With one million square feet of production and warehousing space and some of the fastest lines in the country, DrinkPAK provides procurement support, complex batching and processing, filling, packaging, and on-site storage and distribution. From serving the largest, most sophisticated brands to high-growth, new, and emerging brands, DrinkPAK is committed to customer service through technology, flexibility, and talent. Join a passionate group of talented individuals who are motivated by opportunity, working together to find solutions, and value the insights each person brings. Together, we face new challenges, expand our skillset, and strive for excellence. At DrinkPAK, we empower our teams to make decisions, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities for growth and development. Come be a part of our exciting story, and grow with The PAK.