Yearly Archive: 2018
Craft Brewing and Distilling News for October 19, 2018
•Portland, Oregon-based Eastside Distilling has launched Burnside Buckman RSV Bourbon. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 19, 2018Interview: Constellation’s Incoming CEO, Bill Newlands, Speaks On The Opportunities Ahead
In a major move late yesterday, Constellation Brands announced that its current president and COO, Bill Newlands, will take over chief executive duties from Rob Sands, effective next March, with Sands becoming executive chairman. With the transition, Newlands will become the first Constellation CEO from outside the Sands family. He takes the helm during a heady time for Constellation, which has seen its market value rise from $6.3 billion in 2012 to $43 billion today, following a string of acquisitions across the wine, spirits, and beer businesses. Most recently, Constellation made another bold move with its $4 billion investment in Canadian cannabis producer Canopy Growth. SND managing editor Daniel Marsteller caught up with Newlands to discuss his new appointment and the future of Constellation. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 18, 2018Pernod Reports Strong First Quarter, Renews With SGWS In 35 States
Pernod Ricard reported organic sales growth of 10.4% globally for its fiscal first quarter ended in September. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 18, 2018News Briefs for October 18, 2018
•Following the October 17 legalization of recreational marijuana in Canada, Breakthru Beverage Group Canadian subsidiary and cannabis sales brokerage arm Kindred Partners Inc. has named David Prodanovic as general manager. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 18, 2018News Alert: Bill Newlands To Replace Rob Sands As Constellation’s CEO
In a major move, Constellation Brands has announced that it will name Bill Newlands as CEO, replacing Rob Sands, effective March 1. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 17, 2018Interview, Part 1: Bill Terlato, President And CEO, Terlato Wine Group
Lake Bluff, Illinois-based Terlato Wine Group is among the key players at the high end of the U.S. wine market, with annual volume of nearly 2 million cases, revenues of approximately $375 million, and an average retail bottle price of $20. Continue reading →
Posted in News on October 17, 2018
