Current US President Joe Biden and former President Bill Clinton, have been bestowed with a Special Edition Irish Whiskey on visiting Belfast for the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.
By Sonya Hook
| 09 March, 2021
Premium spirits distributor and brand innovator, Drinksology Kirker Greer, has announced the appointment of John Soden as Chief Commercial Officer to support its global growth and distribution strategy.
Soden, who has extensive experience in the beverage industry, will be tasked with developing the global reach and brand awareness of the Kirker Greer portfolio, which includes brands such as Jawbox Gin, Ginato Italian Gin and Bowsaw American Whiskey.
Soden has already managed the growth of many brands in North America, Europe, Asia and Global Travel Retail. Some of his previous roles include Business Unit Director at Pernod Ricard, Managing Director at Castle Brands, Vice President Strategy & Development at Edrington, and Vice President Sales & Marketing at C&C International.
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Diageo named best FTSE 100 company for female leadership
Drinks giant Diageo has been named in the Hampton-Alexander Review as the top company in both the FTSE 100 and in the beverage sector for representation of women at board, executive and leadership level.
The Hampton-Alexander Review is an independent, business-led framework supported by the UK Government which has set recommendations for FTSE 350 companies to improve the representation of women on their boards and in leadership positions.