Kathleen Patterson Poyser
Kathleen Patterson Poyser currently serves as the Vice President of Marketing and Operations at Laurent-Perrier U.S. and holds her Champagne Master-Level from the Wine Scholar Guild, Level 3 Award in Wines from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, and Introductory Sommelier Certificate from the Court of Master Sommeliers.
Kathleen is a Philadelphia native but has been immersed in French culture throughout the majority of her adulthood. While studying for her undergraduate degree in philosophy and French at Bucknell University, Kathleen studied abroad in Tours, France at Université de Tours where she lived with a local host family and took courses in French. Following her graduation, Kathleen went on to receive her master’s degree in French with a specialization in business from The University of Wisconsin-Madison. While studying for her masters, Kathleen interned for the Paris-based market research company, GfK, where she analyzed champagnes, vodkas, and other liquors in the Northern and Central American markets.
After graduating with her master’s degree, Kathleen started her career in finance with ODDO BHF, a European financial group, and focused on coordinating trade deals between French and U.S. clients. Eventually Kathleen transitioned into the marketing sector where she would reside for the next three years. In 2014, Kathleen accepted a position with Laurent-Perrier U.S. as the Finance and Operations Analyst. Here, Kathleen was able to explore everything that the company had to offer and eventually moved into the marketing department where she assumed the Associate Brand Manager role for the next two years. In early 2018, Kathleen transitioned into the National Accounts Manager role where she strengthened relationships with key accounts, increased sales, and navigated a global pandemic. Finally, at the start of 2021, Kathleen was recognized for her broad experience and strong work ethic, and was promoted to Vice President of Marketing and Operations where she continues to lead today. Outside of work, Kathleen enjoys exploring the booming Philadelphia food & wine scene with her family.