Jacy Lippoldt
National Account Manager - Walmart at Pabst Brewing Co.
Co-Owner - Native Acres Meat Company
Hometown: Gravette, Arkansas
Briefly describe your role:
As a National Account Manager at Pabst, I oversee the customer relationship and sales goals with Walmart, building strong relationships and developing marketing strategies to drive product visibility and profitability. Additionally, as a co-owner of Native Acres Meat Company, I focus on overseeing our social media platforms, website, and product promotion while wearing many hats in a small business environment.
Q: Is what you’re doing now what you always pictured you would do?
A: Growing up in agriculture, I knew I wanted to stay connected to farming. After attending Oklahoma State University, I found my passion for combining agriculture with sales, leading me to my current roles in the corporate world and entrepreneurship.
Q: What do you see as the greatest challenges for women in your chosen industry? What are the greatest opportunities?
A: One challenge women face is overcoming self-doubt, especially when starting out in their careers. I recommend joining women's communities like Network of Executive Women (NEW) and RanchHer/FarmHer to build confidence and find mentorship.
Q: Who has inspired you in your life/career?
A: My mother and grandmother have been huge influences in my life. They have shown me the value of hard work and the ability to balance family, career, and passion. My college advisor, Dr. Ferrell, also played a key role in helping me find my direction.
Q: What advice would you give to an aspiring professional?
A: Don’t be afraid to take risks. If something feels right, go for it. Starting a business or pursuing new opportunities can be risky but rewarding.
Q: What’s been your secret to success?
A: Stay true to yourself, always keep your commitments, treat others with respect, and maintain a positive attitude. Success will follow if you stay grounded in these principles.
