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House of Smith (HOS), Washington State's largest winemaker-owned winery, has assembled a powerful, nationwide sales force to spearhead aggressive US expansion plans. These leaders join National Sales Manager Gaetan Ingrassia, now also serving as Western Regional Sales Manager. The four new additions include: Kate Woodward rejoins House

Katie Leinenkugel has been named president of Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Co., succeeding Tony Bugher, her cousin. She's the second woman to lead the company; her ancestor Susan Leinenkugel was the first in 1927. The company is owned by Molson Coors, which closed its Chippewa Falls brewery. The family

Vinarchy appointed Jasprit Hanger as Executive Vice President of Sales, USA. Most recently, she served as General Manager of Market Development and Commercialization and General Manager for the West and Control States at Suntory Global Spirits. Prior to this, she held senior sales positions in Wine and Spirits at Constellation

Sonoma County Winegrowers names Jennifer Dieckmann, the organization’s chief operating officer, has been named executive director, taking over day-to-day operations from chief executive officer Karissa Kruse, who will remain CEO. She is refocusing on building national partnerships to promote Sonoma County’s wine region while working to

Miller Family Wine Co. (MFWC) promotes Chris Maciejewski to Director of Sales – East. He joined MFWC in 2022, and as Regional Manager – Great Lakes, distinguished himself as a strategic leader skilled in managing teams, developing sales plans, and enhancing key relationships. As Director of Sales – East, Maciejewski will now oversee

Duckhorn Portfolio said Adam Copley has been appointed Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, effective Feb. 2. He succeeds Catherine Sullivan, who has served as the Interim General Counsel since May 2025 and will continue as the Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, Business Affairs.  He most recently