Who & What --

Phenomenal Spirits Virginia Beach, Va.,  welcomed Barrie Sly as international commercial manager. Most recently, Sly was instrumental in expanding global sales for a craft rum distillery to over 20 international markets.  Phenomenal Spirits also welcomed Ryan Huntsinger to the new position of brand ambassador, Tennessee.

David Rosenthal, former Head Winemaker at Chateau Ste. Michelle, launched Partnership Wine Consulting, a full-service winegrowing consulting company, with the goal of helping wineries evolve to meet their ever-changing needs.

Groth Vineyards & Winery promotes Christina Appleby to Chief Financial Officer. She had been controller.

Covenant Winery, Berkeley, Calif., hires Ted McArdle as hospitality manager.