The Wine Group has many familiar brands from Franzia, Chloe, Cupcake, Glen Ellen, Almaden, Ava Grace. Purchased from CocaCola to be a private company by Arthur Ciocca. Success is created by long term sustainable values, by creating a culture of excellence. Putting customers first, then their employees, the middle man and lastly stockholders. "Most people are content on on succeeding without any value instead of creating wealth they are redistributing wealth to themselves". #PrincipledEntrepreneurshiphttps://lnkd.in/gWzdv4WY
For all $ort$ of rea$on$, this has been well-covered, everywhere. You know my thoughts!
Just so you also know, Willian Grant and Sons are competing against THEMSELVES, in multiple markets but STILL manage to make annual, $half-billion profits.
When are we having a Scotch Whisky Tourism Strategy and Budget, for Scotland?
The Scotch Whisky Players are embarrassingly LOADED!
It's completely ludicrous.
Are we going to hear anything, from ANYONE about this?
Or are we waiting ANOTHER 200 years, to see if Scotch Sales will drop and if Trickle-Down-Economics will ever work, for Scotch Whisky and Dufftown?
#ScotchWhiskyTruths#ScotchWhiskyAssociation
Journalist and Author || Communications Lead, Future Economy Scotland
William Grant & Sons — the Dufftown-registered, family-owned drinks business whose brands include Balvenie, Drambuie, Famous Grouse, Glenfiddich, Grant's, Hendrick’s, Monkey Shoulder, and Tullamore Dew — has grown its post-tax profits by 34 per cent to £444 million in the year to 31 December 2023, despite turbulent times for the global spirits industry. Turnover grew by 14 per cent to £1.962 billion.
Soren Hagh, the Danish-born ex-Heineken and L’Oréal executive who took overv as William Grant & Sons’ chief executive on 1 January 2024, said: “Despite 2023 being a year faced with supply chain challenges and macroeconomic shifts, we are proud of the growth delivered across our portfolio of leading brands and look forward to continuing to build an ever-stronger company that delivers for our customers and consumers.”
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The Full S.I.P. 9.15.24: A mixed bag of results on #DEI initiatives continues to play out with publicly traded companies like Molson Coors Beverage Company among others walking back corporate initiatives mostly due to activist investor pushback; signs of success like a sold-out #blackwine festival in Philadelphia mixed with Roger Coryell on North Coast #blackwinemakers reporting retreating sales. Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. agreed to a $1.5 million settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over charges that the company made inaccurate statements about the recyclability of its single-use K-Cup pods. UK bank HSBC offers farmers discounted loan fees to support #sustainablepractices. An interesting overview of the five-year-old lingerie startup NUDEA, who began auditing its supply chain emissions in 2020, one year after opening its doors.
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Whatever you call it - Rate of Sale, Turn, Sales per Point of Distribution - Velocity is the most important thing that potential buyers are looking for in new brands, according to Tom Steffanci, President Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits.
“Smaller brands should focus on building rate of sales. Brands get so anxious to add states and add geographies [but]... The most valuable thing a brand can do is build rate of sale. It's a proof of concept that the product will turn. Even if it's only in two or three states, it's very powerful. And those are the kinds of things we're looking for.”
Our chat with Tom and his Chief Brand Officer Dan Kleinman is unquestionably one of the most important conversations we've ever had on Liquid Assets. The geniuses behind the success of Josh Cellars offer an incredible combination of tactical insights, strategic advice and plenty of real world examples of what drives their own decisions in M&A, brand building and go-to-market straetgy.
https://apple.co/3ZiBtuP#wine#sales#spirits#wholesaler#alcohol#marketing#leadership
What does it take to drive the next wave of growth in the non-alcoholic category?
Today, we’re thrilled to welcome David Gimpelson as the new CEO of Lyre’s! With a legacy of building disruptive brands like Casamigos and Calirosa, David brings a fresh, purpose-driven vision to our team. He’s here to help fuel our rocket ship as we continue to elevate the non-alc movement. 🚀
From my perspective, David’s approach resonates on a deep level. The power of Lyre’s lies not just in challenging industry norms, but in reshaping our culture’s view of drinking itself. We have an incredible opportunity to show that a sophisticated, connected experience doesn’t require alcohol—it requires value, authenticity, and a focus on human connection. At Lyre's, we’re on a mission to redefine what’s in the glass, and more importantly, and how it makes people feel.
Here’s a glimpse into David’s strategic focus for Lyre’s:
1- Go Deep in the US – With the US already representing 50% of our sales, David is committed to doubling down here, making it 75% of our focus in the coming months.
2- Lead with Purpose and Connection – For David, growth is about building a brand that resonates, challenges norms, and connects with consumers on a meaningful level. Under his leadership, Lyre’s will continue to elevate the experience of moderation, proving that value and sophistication don’t require compromise.
3- Champion Disruption and Innovation – David’s commitment to challenging industry conventions aligns perfectly with our mission at Lyre’s. His experience with iconic brands shows his dedication to innovation, and he’s ready to lead us in redefining how consumers think about non-alcoholic beverages.
For me, growth at Lyre’s isn’t just about numbers; it’s about creating an inclusive, elevated experience that brings true value to our consumers. David’s focus on purpose-driven growth and disruption is exactly what the industry needs, and I couldn’t be more excited for this next chapter.
To our community: What excites you most about the future of the non-alcoholic category?
Fine wine 🍷 as an investment vehicle has spread in recent years due to celebrities like Jay-Z, David Beckham and Steph Curry publicly investing in wine 🍷 boosting the popularity of the asset class.
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📺 WATCH: We chatted with Katie Eshuys, chief sales & commercial strategy officer, That's it., about the company's history of straight-forward innovation and its plans for future launches.
#fruitbars#snacks
📺 WATCH: We chatted with Katie Eshuys, chief sales & commercial strategy officer, That's it., about the company's history of straight-forward innovation and its plans for future launches.
#fruitbars#snacks
How does a 325-year-old company stay relevant in the fast-paced world of spirits? Berry Bros. & Rudd has the answer, and it involves a blend of tradition, innovation, and a passion for quality.
Read my Forbes article to learn more about their new Spirits Curator, Felix Dear, and his vision for the future, along with insights into the challenges and opportunities facing independent bottlers today.
https://lnkd.in/ebbRq7EuFelix DearBerry Bros. & RuddForbesJoe Whittaker
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