Author Archives: Joel Whitaker

LALO Hires Industy Veteran Jeff Arnold as President/COO

LALO Spirits, Austin, grew more than 250% over the last 12 months, far exceeding its original sales projections, it says, and is now one of the fastest-growing spirits in Texas. To position LALO for continued expansion in 2022, co-founders Eduardo … Continue reading

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Champagne Henriot Intros Millesime 2012, a Product of Climate Extremes

The House of Henriot, founded in 1808 by Apolline Henriot,  released its newest creation: Millésime 2012 (SRP $100). Inspired by the philosophy of the Maison’s founder, Millésime 2012 pays tribute to nature by expressing the characteristics of a singular year … Continue reading

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How Jack Daniel, Uncle Nearest Helped Du Nord Expand to 10 States

The Nearest & Jack Advancement Initiative, founded by the Jack Daniel Distillery and Nearest Green Distillery is accepting application for its business incubation program.  Participating in the program transformed Du Nord Social Spirits, a small batch distillery based in Minneapolis, Minnesota … Continue reading

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Foley Family Wines Promotes Hollister to Chief Sales Officer, Elevate Others

Foley Family Wines (FFW) promoted industry veteran Jonathan Hollister to Chief Sales Officer.  Hollister, who had been Vice President of Sales (West), will lead global sales for FFW’s expanding portfolio.  Prior to his time with FFW, Hollister held senior sales leadership … Continue reading

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RNDC Names Nichlas Mehall as President/CEO

The appointment is effective Feb. 1.  Mehall succeeds Tom Cole, who will serve as a senior advisor to the Board of Directors. Mehall served as RNDC’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) since 2017 and  successfully strengthened the company’s financial position, significantly improved … Continue reading

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RNDC’s ‘Legacy in the Bottle’ Campaign Aids HBCUs

During a month-long campaign marking Black History Month, Republic National Distributing Co. (RNDC) and some of its Black-owned beverage alcohol brands will donate a portion of sales to help support UNCF (United Negro College Fund), the nation’s largest and most … Continue reading

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