11th Spirits Strategies and Innovation Conference 2025

Priming you with the tools and connections for optimising strategies and innovation in the Spirits industry

22 - 23

October

2025
  • The Minster Building London
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Guala Closures Group delivers high-quality, sustainable and innovative closure solutions that offer protection and convenience to consumers while enhancing brand image. Together with its specialised luxury division Labrenta, Guala Closures Group is a leading global producer of closures for spirits, wine, water and other beverages, oil and condiments markets.
With 33 plants located across five continents, its global footprint means proximity to customers’ plants, offering localised services and solutions in more than 100 countries. The Group has more than 4,800 employees worldwide and produces around 18 billion closures per year.

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To learn more, please visit our website - www.gualaclosures.com

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At Kerry, we’re shaping the future of the food and beverage industry by providing healthier, tastier, and more sustainable solutions for our customers and their consumers. We are constantly seeking to help our partners innovate and grow by finding smarter and better ways to tackle the challenges facing the global food industry. Our work uses the latest science and technology to lower costs and reduce waste while also improving taste and nutrition. For more information, visit www.kerry.com.

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Hybrid BrandZ is at the forefront of innovation, delivering tailored solutions for the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector and brand managers around the globe. Our flagship offerings include Artflow, a comprehensive artwork management solution designed specifically for brands and CPG companies, and IC3D, an advanced tool that creates virtual 3D packaging mockups at the speed of imagination.

Located in Belgium, Hybrid BrandZ operates as the brands business unit of Hybrid Software, reinforced by a global team of dedicated sales and support professionals. This strategic alignment empowers our clients to optimize workflows, ensure brand consistency, and realize creative excellence across all channels. By leveraging the comprehensive Hybrid Software portfolio and our innovative technology stack, BrandZ is committed to driving continuous innovation and delivering unparalleled results for our customers.

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To learn more, please visit our website - www.hybridsoftware.com

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As one of the UK’s leading innovators of paper-based packaging solutions, Cepac is the supplier of choice for many drinks brands when it comes to decorative and transit corrugated packaging. Cepac is also a leading manufacturer of FSDUs and POS solutions, utilising flexo and digital print techniques for stand out graphics in-store.

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To learn more, please visit our website - https://www.cepac.co.uk/

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Founded in 1935 by İşbank at the directive of Atatürk, the founder and the first President of the Republic of Turkey, Şişecam is one of the most established industrial enterprises in Turkey with a corporate history spanning more than 85 years. Today, Şişecam ranks among the world’s most prestigious manufacturers thanks to its exceptional expertise and highly competitive operations.

Şişecam was founded to meet Turkey’s need for basic glass products. As one of the most powerful industrial conglomerates in the country today, Şişecam has also transformed into a global player in all key areas of the glass industry, as well as in soda and chromium compounds business lines.

Şişecam has undertaken major efforts to become an international success with its ever-growing production power, highly reputable brand image, superior product quality and value-creating sustainable growth approach. It is currently one of the world’s leading glass producers with production operations located in 14 countries on four continents and some 24,000 employees. Şişecam records sales in over 150 countries around the globe.

In addition, Şişecam is the only global producer operating in all three key areas of the global glass industry: flat glass, glassware and glass packaging. It ranks among the world’s top two producers in glassware, and among the top five global producers in glass packaging and flat glass. Şişecam is also worlds one of top three largest producers of soda and a world leader in chromium chemicals.

Şişecam is a global player in the key areas of the glass industry, such as flat glass, glassware, glass packaging, automotive glasses and glass fiber as well as in soda and chromium compounds. Additionally, Şişecam assumes a pioneering role in mining, energy and recycling business lines. It is taking further steps toward achieving its ambitious goals across the globe.

Combining its deep-rooted experience with a forward-looking vision, Şişecam adds value to all its stakeholders with a people-oriented and environment-friendly approach, in line with its strategies of sustainable growth that creates value.

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To learn more, please visit our website - https://www.sisecam.com.tr/en

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At Hillebrand Gori, we manage logistics for the global wine, beer and spirits industry, including the raw materials to craft them. With tailored solutions, we help to preserve quality during storage and transit, handling any quantity via any route. Strategically located worldwide, we’re committed to making logistics easy and sustainable.

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To learn more, please visit our website - www.hillebrandgori.com

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Delight customers with their favourite drinks, efficiently and carefully. At VinLog – powered by Kuehne+Nagel, we understand that storage and transportation processes are directly linked to beverage quality. Our experts in 1300+ locations offer logistics solutions that give you the peace of mind you’re looking for—on every shipment.

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To learn more, please visit our website - www.vinlog.com

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GCA Spirits builds on a strong foundation of expertise in glass production, offering both standard and custom-molded glass products for high-alcohol beverages. Catering to the luxury market, GCA provides flint and extra-flint glass options, known for their perfect transparency and brilliance. With high-quality tooling, superior cast iron molds, and cutting-edge technology, GCA ensures each bottle has a flawless surface. Custom-designed products give brands a unique identity, positioning them as exclusive and distinctive. The combined expertise of GCA’s design and production teams delivers quick and effective results for every project, meeting partners’ goals efficiently.

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Pitcher, the leading provider of Sales Enablement 2.0 solutions, enables commercial teams to sell more effectively by creating an engaging buying experience for their customers. Pitcher’s Selling Experience Platform slashes time required for preparation, follow-up, and admin tasks by applying AI to the full selling spectrum: pre-call planning, just-in-time training, dynamic pitch decks, digital sales rooms, real-time inventory/pricing/order management, content and data analytics, one-click meeting follow-up, and post-meeting next steps.
Pitcher works with global brands spanning 140 countries across the health & life sciences, consumer packaged goods, financial services, technologies, publishing, and industrial manufacturing.

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To learn more, please visit our website - https://pitcher.com

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RESILUX is a leading provider of innovative packaging solutions, specializing in high-quality PET products. With a commitment to sustainability and circular economy principles, Resilux designs and manufactures a wide range of preforms, bottles and jars that meet the diverse needs of various industries, including food and beverage, personal care, and household products. Its core business was back-integrated with PET recycling activities and has units in Belgium, Spain, Switzerland, Greece, Russia, Hungary, Serbia, Romania and the US.

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To learn more, please visit our website - http://www.resilux.com/EN/index.html

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Beatson Clark, the UK’s only independently-owned glass manufacturer, offer the complete packaging solution for your spirit bottle.
We design, manufacture and decorate glass packaging for premium and niche drinks brands worldwide.
Our sustainable glass contains on average, 60% recycled materials. In addition, our spray paint is water-based, organic and applied with a low waste technique.

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To learn more, please visit our website - https://www.beatsonclark.co.uk/

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Scott Smith is SVP/CMO of ProMach, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of innovative packaging equipment and processing solutions for the Wine and Spirits industry. In addition to its strong portfolio of spirits solutions, ProMach serves the global food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. With over 6,000 team members, ProMach is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH and is comprised of over 50 divisions, a number of which are headquartered in Europe. Scott began his packaging career with the Coca-Cola Company 30 years ago and has since served in numerous marketing and commercial roles, all supporting the Global consumer packaged goods market.

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    Why attend?

    Trending topics: Join us as we address the exciting innovations and advancements across the spirits industry. Through an in-depth programme aimed to maximise value, explore key topics such as: consumer spending patterns and drinking behaviour, packaging and sustainability, strategizing for long-term trends, innovations in technology, tackling economic challenges, brand identity and more.

    Prominent speakers: Hear first-hand from top brands through panel discussions, presentations, case studies and Q&As.

    High-level Audience: Join a high-level audience of decision makers. Connect with GM, MD, Directors and Heads of: Strategies, Marketing, Brand, Commercial, Product/Category development, R&D and many more.

    Networking opportunities: Meet, connect and network with the people that can transform your brand. Initiate powerful conversations with experts across the industry and discover future potential partnerships that will get your business ahead.

     

    WHAT TO EXPECT FOR 2025

    150+

    Attendees

    		20+

    Speakers

    		75%

    Attendees at Director+ Level

    		15+

    Exhibitors
    150+

    Attendees

    		20+

    Speakers
    75%

    Attendees at Director+ Level

    		15+

    Exhibitors

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    Agenda

    • 22 Oct 2025
    • 23 Oct 2025
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    8 AM

    Registration and refreshments

    8:50 AM

    Chairman’s opening remarks

    Speakers

    Mark Dempsey
    Senior Consulting Director –Consumer, GlobalData

    9 AM

    Opening Keynote: Navigating the New Spirits Economy: Challenges and Opportunities in 2025

    • The impact of economics shifts, inflation and cost-of-living adjustments on consumer spending
    • Analysing the global spirits market performance, category growth, and economic influences
    • Emerging trends impacting sales and brand strategies – the rise of premiumisation, sustainability, and experiential drinking

    Speakers

    David Harris
    Research Director Global data Consumer

    CONSUMER INSIGHTS & BEHAVIORAL SHIFTS

    9:30 AM

    Sponsored session by Guala

    9:50 AM

    The experience economy – Why Consumers today expect more than just a drink

    • Generational shifts: how is the new generation such as Gen Z, Millennials and Boomers redefining spirits preferences
    • What has changed? Understanding what drives purchase decisions today
    • The growing demand for authenticity and mindful consumption – how is it reshaping demand and consumer interaction?

    Speakers

    John McDonnell
    Managing Director International, Tito’s Handmade Vodka

    10:20 AM

    Dragon’s Den

    10:30 AM

    Morning refreshments and networking

    11:10 AM

    Panel Discussion: Health, Wellness & Moderation: The rise of No – and Low-Alcohol Spirits

    • Why mindful drinking is growing – debating cultural shifts and government regulations
    • Innovating for taste and experience – discussing distillation and formulation for no – and low-alcohol spirits
    • Understanding how to position alcohol-free products alongside traditional ones

    Speakers

    James Shillcock
    Global Commercial Director, CleanCo
    Marian Bruce
    Director and Founder, Highland Boundary

    BRANDING & PRODUCT POSITIONING IN THE SPIRITS INDUSTRY

    11:40 AM

    Sponsored session by McCormick

    11:55 AM

    Case Study: Crafting a distinctive brand identity in a competitive market

    • Defining your brand DNA – creating a memorable and authentic brand identity
    • Crafting compelling narratives that resonate with your clients
    • Connecting brand vision with consumer values – aligning messaging with what matters to your consumers

    Speakers

    Jack Gething
    UK Southern Sales Manager, MangroveUK

    12:25 PM

    Lunch and networking

    1:35 PM

    Case Study: What drives Premiumisation? creating an aspirational brand

    • The growing demand for premium and luxury products – why are consumers willing to pay more for luxury spirits – understanding consumer psychology
    • The role of authenticity, heritage and exclusivity in premiumisation
    • Effective pricing strategies for premium positioning

    Speakers

    Claire Warner
    Head of Luxury Brand Advocacy, Diageo

    2:05 PM

    Sponsorship slot: Hyper Personalisation with AI – targeting your consumer the right way

    • Using AI-driven marketing to create campaigns and enhance consumer targeting
    • What is the future of data privacy and personalised advertisement in the spirits industry?

     

    Sponsored session by Pitcher

    DIGITAL MARKETING & CONSUMER ENGAGEMENT

    2:25 PM

    Panel discussion: How to engage with Spirits consumers in the digital age – Building a compelling digital brand presence

    • Crafting a strong brand identity that translates effectively across digital channels
    • Engaging with consumers through social media marketing – choosing the right platforms
    • Turning customers into brand ambassadors – the power of user-generated content and brand advocacy

    Speakers

    Gernot Allnoch
    Founding Partner – Operations Europe, Mezcal San Cosme
    John McDonnell
    Managing Director International, Tito’s Handmade Vodka

    3:05 PM

    Afternoon refreshments and networking

    Speakers

    Melianthe Leeman
    Global Category Director - Wine & Spirits, O-I Europe Sàrl

    3:35 PM

    Sponsorship slot: Maximising digital advertising ROI with AI-driven targeting

    • How is AI revolutionising targeted digital marketing in the spirits industry
    • The role of chatbox and predictive analytics in consumer engagement

    Collaborations & Cross-Industry Influences

    4 PM

    Panel Discussion: Power Partnerships – How collaborations and lifestyle branding are shaping the future of spirits?

    • The power of collaborations between spirits and luxury brands
    • Cross-Industry Partnerships: Spirits Meet Music and Culture
    • Case Study: celebrity endorsements and strategic partnerships – successful cases

    Speakers

    Jack Orr-Ewing
    CEO, Duppy Share
    Alex Watson
    Co-Founder & CEO, Renais Spirits
    Charlie Morgan
    Co-Founder & Managing Director, Au Vodka
    Christian Stindt
    Marketing Director, Mast-Jägermeister UK

    4:40 PM

    Fireside Chat: Cocktail Culture & On-Premise Strategies: Winning in Bars & Restaurants

    • How bars, mixologists, and on-trade venues drive brand perception
    • Creating signature cocktails and brand-driven experiences
    • Exclusive venue collaborations and sponsorships

    Speakers

    Nidal Ramini
    Advocacy Director, Europe & Emerging International Divisions, Brown-Forman

    5:10 PM

    Closing keynote: The art of reinvention: How legacy & Emerging Spirits brands can thrive in a changing world

    • How can you modernise your brand whilst maintaining your core identity
    • Successfully responding to shifting trends such as premiumisation, sustainability and digital marketing - The power of brand adaptability
    • Consumer Loyalty vs new market penetration – finding the right balance between keeping long time customers engaged while attracting new generations

    Speakers

    Christian Visalli
    Spirits Global Managing Director, Familia Torres

    5:35 PM

    Chairman’s closing remarks

    Speakers

    Mark Dempsey
    Senior Consulting Director –Consumer, GlobalData

    6 PM

    Drinks reception

    8 AM

    Registration and networking

    8:50 AM

    Chairman’s opening remarks

    Speakers

    Mark Dempsey
    Senior Consulting Director –Consumer, GlobalData

    9 AM

    Opening Keynote: How can spirits look to grow in 2025 and beyond

    Speakers

    Paul Thomas
    International Insight Director and Global Head of Shopper Insight, Suntory Global Spirits

    SALES AND DISTRIBUTION STRATEGIES IN A DIGITAL WORLD

    9:30 AM

    Sponsorship slot: The e-commerce revolution – how digital retail is transforming spirits sales

    • Navigating the legal landscape of online spirits sales – understanding compliance challenges in global markets
    • Creating a high-converting online storefront – how AI driven personalisation and product recommendations can boost conversions

    10 AM

    Breaking through the noise – The future of Spirits marketing

    • How important is to tell a compelling brand story and how to do it in a crowded market?
    • AI-powered advertising and personalised consumer engagement
    • Social media, influencer partnerships, and experiential marketing

    Speakers

    Sophie Brisbourne-Rhodes
    Global CMO, CleanCo

    10:40 AM

    Sponsorship slot: SPOTLIGHT: The future of smart distribution – leveraging AI & Tech to optimise supply chains

    • The rise of AI & Automation in Spirits Distribution – how AI-driven demand forecasting improves inventory management
    • Building a smarter, more efficient distributions network – leveraging automated warehouses and fulfilment centres to reduce costs

    10:55 AM

    Morning refreshments

    11:25 AM

    Speaker hosted roundtables

    • Interactive roundtable sessions offer a unique opportunity to come together with your peers to share best practice and develop solutions to critical challenges facing the industry as a whole. Hosted by industry experts and each focused on a single issue, roundtables are an exciting, interactive way to build your personal network and learn from the experience and expertise of others.

      Each roundtable session lasts for 40 minutes, and delegates may attend up to 2 roundtables.

    Roundtable 1: Sponsored session by Guala 

    Roundtable 2: AI and Data Driven Marketing: Hype or future of Spirits Branding?

    Roundtable 3: Is it possible to scale without losing authenticity?

    Roundtable 4: The Cocktail Culture Boom: How can Spirits Brands leverage on-premise trends?

    Nidal Ramini, Advocacy Director, EU, IEMA, APAC & GTR, Brown-Forman

    Roundtable 5: Sustainability & Profitability: can they coexist?

     

    12:45 PM

    Lunch and networking

    Product and Category Innovation

    1:45 PM

    Flavours & Innovations: What’s next for Spirits product development wave?

    • Emerging flavour trends and new spirit categories
    • Fermentation, botanical infusions, and innovative distillation techniques
    • Global influences shaping the future of spirits production

    Speakers

    Raj Batra
    Founder and CEO, Diistil

    2:10 PM

    Sponsorship slot: SPOTLIGHT: The next wave of spirits innovation – leveraging technology & consumer insights to create future bestsellers

    • Predicting the next big trend – how AI-powered consumer insight platforms can help identify emerging flavour and category trends
    • Utilising predictive analytics to guide R&D and product formulation

    2:25 PM

    The RTD revolution: capitalising on the era of convenience

    • How RTD cocktails are reshaping consumer habits?
    • Strategies to scaling production while maintaining craft quality
    • Diving into packaging innovations driving market success

    Speakers

    Damian McKinney
    CEO, DioniLife

    2:40 PM

    Fireside Chat: Women in Spirits: Leadership, Innovation & Breaking Barriers

    Speakers

    Marian Bruce
    Director and Founder, Highland Boundary

    3:05 PM

    Afternoon refreshments and networking

    Retail and Distribution Strategies

    3:35 PM

    Retail evolution: Adapting spirits sales to a changing consumer landscape

    • Understanding the new consumer journey - key strategies for gaining retail visibility and securing prime shelf space
    • Collaborating with distributors and retailers to optimise sales – revitalising the in-store experience through innovation

    Speakers

    Will Tapster
    Director, Alkemy Distillery

    3:50 PM

    Sponsorship slot: Smart retail & next-gen distribution – how technology is reshaping the spirits industry

    • AI-powered retail insights – understanding consumer behaviour
    • Revolutionising distribution with smart supply chain technology – how blockchain and IoT tracking are improving logistics transparency

    4:10 PM

    Beyond Borders: Expanding your spirits brand internationally

    • Identifying key markets for global expansion – how to analyse global trends to determine expansion opportunities
    • Navigating regulations and compliance in different regions – import/export laws, labelling regulations and tax structures in different markets
    • Maintaining brand consistency internationally – how to build a culturally relevant brand for international customers

    Speakers

    Gernot Allnoch
    Founding Partner – Operations Europe, Mezcal San Cosme

    4:35 PM

    Chairman’s closing remarks

    Speakers

    Mark Dempsey
    Senior Consulting Director – Global, GlobalData

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    John McDonnell
    Managing Director International, Tito’s Handmade Vodka

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    The experience economy – Why Consumers today expect more than just a drink

    2025-10-22, 9:50 AM

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    Panel discussion: How to engage with Spirits consumers in the digital age – Building a compelling digital brand presence

    2025-10-22, 2:25 PM

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    James Shillcock
    Global Commercial Director, CleanCo

    James Shillcock is the Global Commercial Director of CleanCo, the UK’s leading independent non-alcoholic spirits brand. James has been with CleanCo and the Founding team from day 1 in 2019.

    CleanCo develops a range of non-alcoholic spirits covering gin, rum, vodka, tequila and whiskey, and the brand is now listed across all major retailers in the UK, plus Nobu, Claridges, Hakkassan and other world-class operators. The brand recently launched into Walmart in the US and is already the fastest growing non-alc spirits brand in the US.

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    Panel Discussion: Health, Wellness & Moderation: The rise of No – and Low-Alcohol Spirits

    2025-10-22, 11:10 AM

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    Nidal Ramini
    Advocacy Director, Europe & Emerging International Divisions, Brown-Forman

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    Fireside Chat: Cocktail Culture & On-Premise Strategies: Winning in Bars & Restaurants

    2025-10-22, 4:40 PM

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    Jack Gething
    UK Southern Sales Manager, MangroveUK

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    Case Study: Crafting a distinctive brand identity in a competitive market

    2025-10-22, 11:55 AM

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    Gernot Allnoch
    Founding Partner – Operations Europe, Mezcal San Cosme

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    Panel discussion: How to engage with Spirits consumers in the digital age – Building a compelling digital brand presence

    2025-10-22, 2:25 PM

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    Beyond Borders: Expanding your spirits brand internationally

    2025-10-23, 4:10 PM

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    Jack Orr-Ewing
    CEO, Duppy Share

    Joined Duppy Share in 2017, having previously worked at Tesco, Harris and Hoole and strategy consultancy for hospitality brands including McDonalds, EAT, Premier Inn and Costa Coffee. Read Modern History at Lincoln College, Oxford, and MBA at INSEAD 16J.

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    Panel Discussion: Power Partnerships – How collaborations and lifestyle branding are shaping the future of spirits?

    2025-10-22, 4:00 PM

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    Alex Watson
    Co-Founder & CEO, Renais Spirits

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    Panel Discussion: Power Partnerships – How collaborations and lifestyle branding are shaping the future of spirits?

    2025-10-22, 4:00 PM

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    Charlie Morgan
    Co-Founder & Managing Director, Au Vodka

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    Panel Discussion: Power Partnerships – How collaborations and lifestyle branding are shaping the future of spirits?

    2025-10-22, 4:00 PM

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    Christian Visalli
    Spirits Global Managing Director, Familia Torres

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    Closing keynote: The art of reinvention: How legacy & Emerging Spirits brands can thrive in a changing world

    2025-10-22, 5:10 PM

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    Sophie Brisbourne-Rhodes
    Global CMO, CleanCo

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    Breaking through the noise – The future of Spirits marketing

    2025-10-23, 10:00 AM

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    Raj Batra
    Founder and CEO, Diistil

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    Flavours & Innovations: What’s next for Spirits product development wave?

    2025-10-23, 1:45 PM

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    Marian Bruce
    Director and Founder, Highland Boundary

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    Panel Discussion: Health, Wellness & Moderation: The rise of No – and Low-Alcohol Spirits

    2025-10-22, 11:10 AM

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    Fireside Chat: Women in Spirits: Leadership, Innovation & Breaking Barriers

    2025-10-23, 2:40 PM

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    Will Tapster
    Director, Alkemy Distillery

    William has many years of industry experience, most recently creating award-winning spirits first in Africa and now back in his rural hometown, where he is the co-founder of Alkemy Distillery. Alkemy focuses on food miles and emissions avoidance through innovation, along with promoting UK agriculture and sustainable practices in a way that does not detract from the end product.

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    Retail evolution: Adapting spirits sales to a changing consumer landscape

    2025-10-23, 3:35 PM

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    Damian McKinney
    CEO, DioniLife

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    The RTD revolution: capitalising on the era of convenience

    2025-10-23, 2:25 PM

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    Claire Warner
    Head of Luxury Advocacy, Diageo

    Claire Warner has worked in the drinks industry for more than 20 years, starting at the sharp end as a bartender and working her way up, spending 15 years with LVMH’s owned brand Belvedere as Head of Spirit Creation. Claire was awarded Best International Brand Ambassador at Tales of the Cocktail in 2015.

    A tireless advocate for better health and wellness within the hospitality industry, Claire joined Ben Branson in 2018 to develop Seedlip’s sister brand, Æcorn Aperitifs, a range of non-alcoholic aperitifs, which launched in May 2019.

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    Christian Stindt
    Marketing Director, Mast-Jägermeister UK

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    Panel Discussion: Power Partnerships – How collaborations and lifestyle branding are shaping the future of spirits?

    2025-10-22, 4:00 PM

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