Served Up

Jessica Taylor is the National Program Manager, Brand & Product Education for Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits Talent Development. She shares her personal journey from being a single mom working in hospitality, challenges she overcame, to the beautiful life and career she has created for herself and her family with intention. Jessica is the epitome of resilience, growth, and the power of perseverance

Laura DePasquale is the Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations for Artisanal Wine at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits and a Master Sommelier whose impact reaches far beyond the glass. Laura brings heart, intellect, and vision to everything she does - from championing people, elevating wine educationl, and driving meaningful growth for winemakers

Amy Kickham, Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resource Officer at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, is a people first leader known for shaping culture with authenticity, empathy, & impact across the organization. In this interview she shares her personal journey, including the experiences that shaped her leadership style. Amy also reflects on motherhood, and how it has influenced her perspective on balance, ambition, & what it truly means to lead

Charles Lazzara is the CEO & Founder of Volio Imports. He's built a portfolio rooted in family owned estates, regional character, and a deep respect for tradition. His path from finance to fine wine gives him both business clarity and genuine curiosity, a balance that shows up in every bottle he brings to market

Sandy McIntyre, Tamdhu Distillery Manager in the Speyside region of the Scottish Highlands, brings his background in chemistry and strong technical expertise to focus on making the highest quality Single Malt Scotch Whisky possible. Sandy is widely respected in the industry, and has received multiple awards for his leadership and contributions to Scotch whisky

Laura Donnelly is the Vice President of Marketing for the Philips Distilling Company, where she leads brand strategy and growth across a diverse spirits portfolio. Under her leadership, Prairie Organic Spirits expanded its Bee Better initiative focused on supporting pollinator heath and environmentally responsible farming. She shares insights on purpose driven marketing and the Bee Better mission, along with some fun facts about these vital partners in creating the foods we enjoy

Erika Flowers is the National Brand Ambassador for Copalli Rum, a spirit known for its bold flavor, Belizean roots, and unwavering commitment to sustainability. Erika brings the brand to life with her infectious enthusiasm & deep spirits knowledge. We'll dive into her journey, her love for all things rum, and the energy she brings to sharing Copalli with the world

Heather Greene is the incredible Founder, CEO, & Master Blender behind Milam & Greene Whiskey. With deep roots in the whisky world and a visionary approach to blending, Heather has crafted spirits that are both elegant and bold. She marries her finesse and creativity with humor & a burning desire to leave a lasting legacy in the whiskey world

Andrew Sinclair is a driving force behind Gonzalez Byass, a sixth generation drinks company gaining attention globally for its thoughtful approach to quality and craftsmanship in the adult beverage world. His work reflects a blend of curiosity, tradition, and modern perspective, shaping a wine & spirits portfolio that stands out for its character and intention

Katy Wilson, LaRue Wines founder and winemaker, explores her wine making philosophy, what inspires her, and the story behind the distinctive wines she creates