John Esposito, Chairman, Real McCoy Rum

Real McCoy Spirits, the makers of the award-winning rum inspired by legendary Prohibition rum runner Bill McCoy, announced the appointment of John Esposito as Chairman. Esposito brings 40 years of leadership experience in all three tiers of the distilled spirits industry to the role. In his role as Chairman, Esposito is responsible for helping build strategic relationships, find talent and assist with sales and marketing. Esposito has served as CEO, High West Distillery; President, Stoli Group USA; CEO, Bacardi North America; President and CEO of Schieffelin & Somerset and Moet Hennessy USA; and as President of Premier Beverage of Florida