Richmond, VA – August 23, 2023 – Winebow is pleased to announce a new alignment of talent designed to support the continued growth of Winebow Spirits.
Jessica Partington has been promoted to the position of Senior Vice President, Spirits. Partington started her tenure at Winebow in 2019 as Vice President, Wholesale Spirits East, and quickly moved on to national responsibilities a year later. She currently oversees the development and management of spirits sales in Winebow wholesale markets across 14 states spanning the country. Partington leads a team of 28 spirits professionals who collaborate with Winebow’s wholesale salesforce and spirits suppliers to maximize market potential. As part of this effort, Monique Huston, Vice President of Spirits – Portfolio, will report to Partington, as they work together to advance strategy and execution. In her elevated role, Partington will report directly to Dean Ferrell, President & CEO.
Richard Driscoll will also be taking on a new title as Head of Business Development, Spirits, focusing on strengthening supplier relationships and new business partnerships. He will continue to report directly to Ferrell.
“I am thrilled with Jessica’s promotion. She has been instrumental in the growth and development of our spirits division as we strive to provide the same route to market experience and opportunity to spirits producers that we have provided wineries for over forty years. Additionally, I am excited for Richard’s new role, as we focus his over three decades of experience at Winebow on growth and expansion of this very important segment,” said Ferrell.
“I am honored to lead the Spirits business into the next chapter. The Winebow table brings together our authentic supplier partners who distill cutting-edge portfolios. This is a chance to capitalize on growth and foster innovation in noteworthy categories such as Agave, Whiskey, Spirits of Japan, and Modifiers, as well as No & Low options,” emphasized Partington.
About Winebow
Winebow is a national importer and distributor, offering a dynamic portfolio of fine wine and spirits from around the world. Since 1980, the company has represented some of the most established properties in prominent growing areas, as well as a new generation of winemakers and distillers who are dedicated to innovation and quality. Winebow Wholesale’s national distribution platform comprises 18 markets, covering 60 percent of the wine consumption in the U.S. Winebow Imports services all U.S. States and Territories, representing over 130 estates from Europe (Heritage Portfolio), as well as the Southern Hemisphere and emerging domestic areas (Pioneer Portfolio). Winebow Imports balances its impressive growth with a culture of specialization and excellence. For more information, please visit www.winebow.com.
