Category Archives: Diversity

Southern Glazer’s Only Bev/Al Firm on Forbes Diversity List

Posted on April 26, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is one of America’s best companies when it comes to diversity, according to Forbes Magazine, which ranks it No. 279 among all U.S. firms with more than 1,000 employees. Our review of the list showed … Continue reading →

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Jackson Family Wines Partners with Republic National Distributing Company on Accelerate Program to Foster More Diversity and Career Opportunities Among Sales Teams

Posted on January 24, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

Jackson Family Wines is partnering with Republic National Distributing Co. to create the Accelerate Program that will provide an opportunity for a diverse group of participants to receive a comprehensive sales training and an immersive wine education through a structured … Continue reading →

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RNDC Renews Women of the Vine & Spirits Membership

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

“Our membership in Women of the Vine & Spirits is an important indication of our commitment to women in the beverage alcohol industry, their careers and professional development,” said Tom Cole, RNDC CEO/president. “More importantly, this partnership supports RNDC’s commitment … Continue reading →

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DISCUS Creates Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The new committee will be chaired by Dr. Atira Charles, Head of Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity at Moët Hennessy North America. Victoria Russell, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Beam Suntory, will serve as vice chair.   The DEI Committee will identify and define … Continue reading →

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Kentucky Distillers Seek Diversity, Establish Scholarship in Louisville

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

University of Louisville College of Business and the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) have established the Kentucky Distillers’ Association/University of Louisville Scholars Program to increase diversity in the Commonwealth’s signature bourbon industry. The partnership will award five full-tuition scholarships for UofL’s … Continue reading →

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Napa Valley Vintners Invests $1 Million to Increase Diversity, Partners with United Negro College Fund

Posted on September 15, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Napa Valley Vintners (NVV) said it is investing more than $1 million in new scholarship and mentorship programs to increase diversity, inclusivity and opportunity in all aspects of the wine industry. NVV is partnering with United Negro College Fund to … Continue reading →

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