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🏆 Award nights and galas deserve a sprinkle of magic, don't you think? Elevate these occasions with a mix of professionalism and wonder. My Hosting services are not just shows, but experiences that resonate. #AwardNightMagic #GalaEnchantment"

THERE ARE TOO MANY SPIRIT COMPETITIONS! 🏆🏆🏆 In a world where spirit competitions have proliferated, most fall short in delivering tangible value to brands. You're likely familiar with the landscape: numerous contests, hefty entry fees, and awards that, while relevant within narrow circles, don't resonate with the broader consumer base or stretch beyond limited locales. The result? A shiny medal on your website but a questionable impact on your bottom line. So why a new one? The answer is simple: to revolutionize how your brand is recognized and how your entry dollars are leveraged. America's Best Spirits Awards was born from a desire to bridge the gap between industry accolades and consumer recognition, ensuring that your investment extends its reach far beyond what traditional competitions offer. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/e7KahbWe

(Just!) wrapped up another year judging this 2024's #resiawards and as much as I loved seeing the impact that some hugely exciting projects have created, I was once again disappointed to have to discount some entries as they did not respond to the judging criteria. Top tip when entering awards - read and respond to the criteria. Yes, prose and storytelling is important but make sure that you are responding to what you are being asked. Winning an award is a huge accolade but entering takes time, energy and money so if you want to give yourself the best chance of success, please. read. the. detail. #awards #judging #resiawards

Connections and entrepreneurship are global topics in all endeavors. They are also great topics to discuss over a glass of good wine.

📣 Exciting News from the Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards! 🌟 Expand Your Reach: Unmatched Distribution for 2024 Winners 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that this year, select winners will access exclusive distribution in five major markets: California, Texas, Florida, New York, and New Jersey, alongside fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada. Read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/g2YrU-kP Why It Matters: The Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards is the only competition offering such extensive distribution, helping winners open doors to new and influential markets. From Our Founder: “We are thrilled to offer this unparalleled opportunity to our select winners," says Eddie Rivkin, Founder and CEO. "Our goal is to support the growth and success of our winners by providing access to new markets." 📅 Join Us: The 2024 Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards will be held from September 23 to 25 at the Golden Nugget in Downtown Las Vegas. Esteemed judges will evaluate the finest spirits, and select winners will benefit from this unique distribution opportunity. ➡️ Enter Now: https://lnkd.in/gKy9ygqK #LVGSA #GlobalSpiritAwards #ExpandYourReach #SpiritsCompetition #LasVegas #BusinessGrowth #MarketExpansion

Did you know that March is B Corp Month? Stephens Scown has just celebrated one year since achieving its B Corp Certification and is joining other members of the B Corp community to celebrate B Corp month. I am a B Corp Champion in the firm and I’ve shared my insights and knowledge in the following article about what it means to be a B Corp, the changes it has brought, and the impact - https://lnkd.in/eVzATGYS

TOMORROW!! Come and see me present some brand spanking new insight at Imbibe Live at 11.30- followed by what I can promise will be a lively panel discussion about the Future of Socialising!

And here it is, the final chapter of our countdown and the crowning of the most innovative spirit launch of 2023. https://lnkd.in/dNvd_R7q

I really value being at a company that strives to be better and make changes.

I’m speaking in this panel. If you work in development (or FCDO) and are interested in coaching - let me know what I should be saying!