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YOSHI Matcha Liqueur Names Southern Glazer’s Jamie Gruwer President

YOSHI, the world's first matcha liqueur, appointed Jamie Gruwer as President, marking a key milestone as the brand continues to expand its national footprint and meet growing consumer interest in matcha-inspired beverages. Gruwer, who formerly led national accounts on-premise at Southern Glazer's Wine &

Wente Family Estates Names Peter Yeung Chief Executive Officer

Wente Family Estates, the country’s longest continuously family-owned and operated winery, appoints Peter Yeung as Chief Executive Officer. Yeung, who has served as the company’s interim CEO since January, transitions into the permanent role effective immediately. Yeung’s appointment comes on the heels of several important updates

Michelle Egan to Succeed Liz Thach as President of Wine Market Council

Wine Market Council President Dr. Liz Thach, MW, announced she will retire from the association on Aug. 5, 2026. Michelle Egan, founder of Egan Wine Consulting, a marketing and direct-to-consumer (DTC) winery consulting firm, will succeed Thach as president. During Thach's three-year tenure, Wine Market

Terlato Wine Group Names Gregorio Gutierrez MacAllister COO

Terlato Wine Group named Gregorio Gutierrez MacAllister as its chief operating officer, succeeding Sandra LeDrew, who retired. Gutierrez is a Diageo veteran, having spent 18 years with that producer in senior roles in North America, Latin America and Europe. In announcing the new executive, Bill Terlato, CEO, noted that "

CBrands Names McDonald's Marketer to Board

Constellation Brands Inc. said it elected Morgan Flatley, evp-global chief marketing officer and new business ventures, McDonald's Corp.

Millbrook Vineyards & Winery Names Ian Bearup as General Manager

Millbrook Vineyards & Winery Names Ian Bearup as General Manager

Millbrook Vineyards & Winery announces that Head Winemaker, Ian Bearup has been appointed general manager of the Hudson Valley winery. In his dual role, Bearup will oversee all day-to-day operations of the winery, including strategy, team leadership, hospitality, sales and the guest experience, while continuing to direct the

Beltzer Elected NABCA Chair-Elect

Kristin Beltzer, Administrative Commissioner to the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC), was voted incoming chair-elect to the NABCA Board of Directors. She will assume her responsibilities in May 2026, when current Chair-Elect Chris Graham, Commissioner, Mississippi Department of Revenue, becomes NABCA Chairman of the Board. “It is a