Hannah Hanley, a true leader in the word of spirits and driving force behind the International Wine & Spirits Competition - USA, joins us to talk about her passion for excellence and dedication to celebrating the best in the industry, Hannah is helping set the standard for innovation, quality, and craftsmanship in spirits worldwide

Mike Morrison, the founder of A Sheltered Life, is on a mission to build orphanages and Hope Centers across the globe - providing love, support, and opportunity to children in need. This is just the beginning of a journey to create a brighter future for thousands of young lives

Chef Shannon Smith, author of The Hidden Table Cookbook, explores the culinary secrets and inspirations behind her crafted recipes. Shannon shares her travels around the world, creating dishes while immersed within many different cultures. With warmth and enthusiasm, she tells the stories behind her favorite recipes, revealing experiences that influenced her philosophy of food, and of giving back

Nelson Nieves, Founder of Bosscal Mezcal, embarks on an agave-filled adventure that is enlightening and fun. Nelson shares his passion for mezcal, detailing how he transformed his love for this traditional spirit to a thriving brand. He shares entertaining stories from his journey, including challenges he faced and the joy of bringing a piece of Mexican culture to the world

Kimberley Spence, Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits Vice President of Development & Marketing, reflects on the importance of representation and mentorship, emphasizing her commitment to empowering others. Kimberley shares her experience as a black women in the industry, and candidly discusses the biases she's faced and how they shaped her resilience and drive. The conversation also explores her innovative approaches to marketing and development, showcasing how her background informs her strategies

Jesse Bongiovi, co-founder of Hampton Water Rosé, is back and discusses the vibrant world of wine along with a splash of fun and personality. Throughout the conversation, Jesse highlights the importance of community and connection, reflecting on how his brand embodies the spirit of celebration he enjoyed growing up around New Jersey and Long Island.

Co-Founder Eva Longoria and Head of Production Alejandra Pelayo dive into the vibrant world of their shared entrepreneurial effort: Casa del Sol Tequila, a brand proudly led by women who honor their Mexican heritage. Join us as we explore the artistry of tequila making, the stories behind each sip, and their ultimate commitment to integrity and tradition.

Recorded just after Mexican Independence Day, this episode closes our month-long celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Salud!

Jose "Pepe" Hermosillo, SVP, General Manager-Spirits, and Founder of Casa Noble Tequila, shares his journey to create one of the finest tequilas in the world. Driven by his passion for quality spirits, Pepe tells us about his focus on innovative production processes that led him to create a unique series of single barrel tequilas

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Served Up will be dropping a series of episodes 100% in Spanish. Please see our links page at https://linkpaw.com/serveduppodcast for English transcripts, available the day after each episode is posted. Salud!

Bertha González Nieves, Co-Founder and CEO of Casa Dragones Tequila, takes us through her journey of becoming a Tequila Master and creating a unique sipping Tequila through a focus on Mexican craftsmanship, innovation and quality. Bertha shares her passion for our industry and invites us to learn about her journey

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Served Up will be dropping a series of episodes 100% in Spanish. Please see our links page at https://linkpaw.com/serveduppodcast for English transcripts, available the day after each episode is posted. Salud!

Served Up en Español: Serafin Alvarado, Southern Glazer's Director of Education & Master Sommelier, co-hosts an interesting episode to celebrate Latino successes in our industry through a conversation where he describes his journey to become one of the few Latinos with the esteemed title of Master Sommelier. Serafin tells his story with passion while recognizing the people that helped him on his successful career

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Served Up will be dropping a series of episodes 100% in Spanish. Please see our links page at https://linkpaw.com/serveduppodcast for English transcripts, available the day after each episode is posted. Salud!