Futures Advisory Committee

The bar and hospitality industry plays a critical role in shaping an era of innovation. In a globally connected world, technological advancements and social innovation are transforming how we gather. The Futures track is a gathering place for big conversations about a brighter future.  The Futures Advisory Committee advises the Foundation on future-focused spirits industry topics, and reviews and selects educational content for Tales of the Cocktail.

Co-Chairs:

Committee

• Andrew Ho – Hope & Sesame – Guangzhou/Shenzhen, China
• Bobby Carey  – Creative Director, Proof Creative  – Singapore
• Stephanie Jordan – CEO & Founder of Avallen Spirits & Solutions – London, UK

Policy Committee

Committee Members:

• Zen Castro – Bartender, Espiritu Mezcaleria Restaurant and Bar Back, BeachBum Berry’s Latitude 29 – New Orleans, Louisiana
• Jayanthi Daniel – Executive Director, Restaurant Workers Community Foundation – Los Angeles, California
• Lauren Darnell – Program Director,  Love Your City Initiative – New Orleans, Louisiana
• Amanda Gunderson – Co-Founder, Another Round Another Rally  – Los Angeles, California
• Kaiden Hope – Multicultural Portfolio Associate, Beam Suntory – New York, New York
• Alex Jump – Director of Operations, Focus on Health & The Peach Crease Club
  – Denver, Colorado
• Jesse Maguire – U.S. Trade Engagement Manager, Beam Suntory – New York City, New York
• Lynnette Marrero – Bartender, Mixologist, Philanthropist, and Creator, Speed Rack – New York City, New York
• Robin Nance – Director of Strategy & Events for Speed Rack and Executive Director of New Albany Main Street
  – Albany, Indiana
• John Reyna – Managing Attorney, Texas Hospitality – Dallas,Texas

Tales Catalyst Committee

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Active Committee:

• Bridget Albert– Served Up podcast host – Shorewood, IL
• Kitty Amann – Trade Advocacy Specialist and Market Manager, Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey – Woonsocket, RI
• Anu Apte – Owner of Rob Roy. Co-owner of Navy Strength, and Vinnie’s Wine Shop – Seattle / WA
• Brooke Arthur– Trade Advocacy Lead, Team – Sacramento,CA
• Tiffanie  Barriere – The Drinking Coach – Atlanta, Georgia
• Moncia Berg  – Co-Owner, Tayēr + Elementary – London, UK
• Chris Cabrera – Cultural Brand Consultant – New York, NY
• Cris Dehlavi – Regional Educator, Diageo Brands – Columbus, Ohio
• Meaghan Dorman – Bar Director: Raines Law Room & Dear Irving – New York, NY
• Tracie Franklin – Fuonder Get Spirited Consulting and VP Of Innovation at Pronghorn – Washington DC
• Tara Foughner – Co-Founder, Thirsty Media – Miami, FL & New York, NY
• Kate Gerwin – Owner Happy Accidents – Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Abigail Gullo – Creative Director, International House Hotel Loa Bar – New Orleans, LA
• Amanda Gunderson – CEO/Cofounder – Los Angeles, CA
• Lynn House – National Spirits Specialist and Portfolio Mixologist for Heaven Hill Brands – Chicago, Illinois
• Lynnette Marrero – Partner & Chief Mixologist, Delola Teacher at Masterclass.com; Liquid Creative Director, Aplós; and Co-Founder, Speed Rack – Beacon NY
• ms. franky marshall – Modern Bartender ~ Educator – New York, NY
• Anistatia Miller – Director / Mixellany Limited – Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
• Keyatta Mincey Parker – Founder and Executive Director of A Sip of Paradise Garden / Chief Curating Officer Pictures and Cocktails LLC – Atlanta, GA
• Shannon Mustipher – VP, Brand and Trade Development, Privateer Rum
• – Brooklyn, NY
• Robin Nance – Director of Strategy & Events for Speed Rack and Executive Director of New Albany Main Street
  – Albany, Indiana
• Lauren O’Brien – CEO LP Drinks & Focus on Health – Silver Spring, MD
• Tess Posthumus – Bar owner – Haaarlem, the Netherlands
• Julie Reiner – Co-owner Clover Club, Milady’s, Leyenda, The Saloon – Brooklyn, NY
• Nicola Riske – European Brand Ambassador – The Macallan, Madrid, Spain
• Claire Warner – Head of Advocacy, Diageo – United Kingdom
• Pamela Wiznitzer – Beverage Consultant – New York, NY

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Interested in joining a TOTCF Committee?

Please fill out the Committee Interest Form with your contact information and area(s) of expertise.