Due to “tied house” laws across the United States, there is no relationship and no commercial agreement more important than your contract with your distributor as they are the face of your brands at retail. This course outlines key aspects of any good distribution agreement, highlights pitfalls to avoid, and lays the foundation for an […]

Join ACSA and DISCUS as we meet virtually with lawmakers and hear from industry experts on issues critical to the spirits industry. The American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) and Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) 2022 Public Policy Conference will take place virtually on September 21, 2022. We're hosting on September 20th a […]

Following up on the Introduction to Sales Analytics course, this course will help sales leaders integrate data for more effective decision-making on sales strategy. Participants will also learn what to look for when selecting a sales analytics software and how that software can provide the tools to run an analytics driven  sales team. Learning Objectives […]

Prior to the outbreak of the global pandemic customers were already pushing for the “Amazonation” of alcohol. With the advance of COVID-19 the trend toward receiving alcohol at your doorstep has been accelerated. Through this course we will walk through the various options for appeasing these consumers’ needs under the current laws and regulations, and […]

DISCUS recently published a new Pressure and Vacuum Relief in Pot Still Distillation safety guide that is available free to all industry members. This voluntary guide, prepared by the Process Safety Management Working Group of the DISCUS Safety & Risk Management Committee, is the first in an upcoming, broader Process Safety Management Series. These guidance […]

Want to learn more about the Leadership Program before applying? Join us to hear directly from Leadership Program graduates on their experience in the program. Developing and Executive Leaders from […]

Like many other food production facilities, distilleries have the potential to produce regulated emissions, whether through its boilers, grain dryers, aging warehouses, or other processes, and may have to comply […]

WSET Spirits Level 1 Course Dates: January 9, 2023 - February 5, 2023 Virtual Exam: February 22, 2023, 4 PM ET About WSET Level 1 Spirits: This foundational course is […]

WSET Spirits Level 2 Course Dates: January 23, 2023 - February 26, 2023 Virtual Exam: March 8, 2023, 4 PM ET About WSET Level 2 Spirits: For individuals wishing to […]

Yes, change can be faster. And easier. While another global pandemic may or may not be around the corner, its clear that multi-year efforts to drive change have become irrelevant. […]