Led a $542 million business and 2,200 employees at Hoya Vision Care. Previously oversaw $2.5 billion in sales at Dr Pepper Snapple Group and built BuzzBallz’s international business to $23 million before its acquisition by Sazerac.

Advises more than 100 CEOs across consumer products, beverage, food, and cannabis. Clients BeatBox Beverages, Dirty Shirley Cocktails, and Speakeasy Co. were acquired by AB InBev, Sazerac, and Flaviar, respectively. A 40 Under 40 honoree and Rolling Stone Culture Council member.

35+ years across the supplier and wholesaler tiers. Led the companywide strategic agenda at Breakthru, an $8 billion distributor — strategic planning, M&A, integration, and digital transformation. During 22 years at Diageo, served as President of Diageo Canada, Global Tequilas, and U.S. National Accounts. Current boards include Petalfast, Compoveda Tequila, and InvestBev.

Beverage marketing and brand growth operator who led U.S. marketing for Mr Black before Diageo acquired the coffee liqueur brand in 2022. Previously held senior marketing roles at Kombrewcha and Stolen Rum.

Beverage alcohol capital adviser spanning equity, debt, and growth strategy. His platforms support off-market investment, three-tier-system debt solutions, and strategic growth decisions. Has advised more than 200 entrepreneurs. Previously chaired the Diabetes Friendly Foundation.

As EVP & Managing Director at Southern Glazer’s, led national operations and translated supplier strategy into market execution. Earlier held senior commercial roles at Pernod Ricard USA and Diageo across open, franchise, and control states. Brings current operator insight into today’s distributor landscape.