Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Appoints Lewis Kenrick to Executive Vice President, General Manager, California

– Steve Lee to serve as Senior Vice President, General Manager, North California and James Bradney as Senior Vice President, General Manager, South California –

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits (Southern Glazer's)—the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol—today announced that it has appointed Lewis Kenrick to the role of Executive Vice President, General Manager, California, effective January 1, 2023.

Mr. Kenrick, who will report to Patrick Daul, President, Western Region, will be responsible for leading and executing strategic business initiatives in the state to drive growth for the supplier brands Southern Glazer’s represents.

“With more than 20 years of industry experience, Lewis brings deep knowledge, an extensive network, and incredible leadership skills to California,” said Patrick Daul. “I’m confident that Lewis will expand on Southern Glazer’s success in the market while serving as a model leader to his team members. We’re lucky to have him.”

Most recently, Mr. Kenrick held the role of Executive Vice President, General Manager, Coastal Pacific Wine & Spirits, and has been a part of the Southern Glazer’s team for 15 years. Prior to his career at Southern Glazer’s, Mr. Kenrick held multiple roles with Diageo Chateau & Estates and Diageo Spirits.

“Lewis is a progressive leader and we are looking forward to seeing the positive impact he and his team will have on our Southern Glazer’s California business,” said John Wittig, Chief Commercial Officer, Southern Glazer’s. “Lewis’ previous experience and capabilities make him a perfect fit for this leadership role, and we look forward to his continued success in this next chapter of his career journey at SGWS.”

To ensure a smooth transition, Mr. Kenrick will be working closely with his predecessor, Steve Harden, before his official retirement at the end of this year. Mr. Kenrick’s replacement will be announced soon.

Joining Mr. Kenrick on the Southern Glazer’s California leadership team are Steve Lee, who has been appointed to Senior Vice President, General Manager, North California, and James Bradney who has been appointed to Senior Vice President, General Manager, South California. Mr. Lee and Mr. Bradney will both report to Mr. Kenrick, effective January 1, 2023.

About Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol, and proud to be a multi-generational, family-owned company. The Company has operations in 44 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Canada. In 2022, Southern Glazer’s was listed as one of Forbes Best Employers for Diversity. In 2021, Southern Glazer’s was selected as a U.S. Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, as well as named by Newsweek as a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace. Southern Glazer’s urges all retail customers and adult consumers to market, sell, serve, and enjoy its products responsibly. For more information visit www.southernglazers.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @sgwinespirits.

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