That’s a wrap! The 2024 DISCUS Annual Conference and Women of the Vine & Spirits Global Connect! in San Diego was a sold-out success, providing a platform for over 700 participants to connect, share insights, and celebrate achievements, all while fostering collaboration and building a sense of community. DISCUS and Women of the Vine & Spirits packed all this into three days and loved the environment that encouraged networking, open communication, and the exchange of ideas—all crucial for the growth and success of our great industry. Thank you again to all who attended, and for those who didn’t make it, we look forward to shared success in the future!

The DISCUS Annual Conference Innovation Showcase highlights the creativity and ingenuity of players in the spirits industry. The “Shark Tank” style process seeks to discover and feature pioneers developing innovations across the entire spirits arena in areas including, but not limited to packaging, technology, supply chain, sustainability, marketing, social responsibility, and product development, among many others. Through a panel of judges and peers, top innovators will be awarded prize packages ranging in value from $5,000 to $20,000 including a $10,000 cash prize for the showcase winner to support their creative endeavors.