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Posted on May 4, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

HIRED:  Erin Conar as vp-communications, National Beer Wholesalers Association.  She joins from H&R Block, where she was director of government relations, public affairs and policy.

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Posted on April 30, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

HIRED:  Tequila Komos adds four industry veterans to its executive team:  Ria Soler as director of education and advocacy, from Sweet & Chill where she was a brand manager; Daniel Udell as brand director; Eric Villalobos as regional sales director-West, and Paola … Continue reading →

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Posted on April 28, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

PROMOTED:  Elaine Hamilton to serve as D’usse Cognac ‘s Director of Talent Relations, Partner and Experiential, effective immediately.  She has been with D’usse for more than 10 years.

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J. Neal Insley to Head NABCA; Sgueo Retires

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

J. Neal Insley was named president/CEO, National Alcoholic Beverage Control Association. He succeds Jim Sgueo, is retiring after 53 years with NABCA and who has served as its CEO for 28 years. “Neal’s experience in enforcement, his legal background, his … Continue reading →

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Posted on April 21, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

RETIRING:  Gladys Horiuchi, director of media relations at Wine Institute, after 25 years of service.  A successor hasn’t been named.

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Posted on April 16, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

RETIRING: Nancy Light, vp-communications, Wine Institute, on May 14 after 24 years with the trade group, to become a life and career coach.

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