World Spirits Alliance Appoints David Williamson as Chief Executive Officer
Geneva, Switzerland – August 18, 2026 – Today, the World Spirits Alliance (WSA), the global organisation representing leading spirits companies and producer associations worldwide, announces the appointment of David Williamson as its new Chief Executive Officer. He takes up the role in November 2026. David will lead the Alliance’s work to strengthen the industry’s voice […]
World Spirits Alliance Welcomes Three New Members: Strengthening Global Collaboration in the Spirits Industry
The World Spirits Alliance (WSA) confirmed and welcomed three prestigious members to its global network at its annual meeting in Geneva last week: Mast-Jägermeister SE, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA), and The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA). Helen Medina, CEO of the WSA, said: “We are delighted to welcome Mast-Jägermeister SE, the Kentucky Distillers’ […]
Spirits Industry Powers Global Economy with US$730 Billion GDP Contribution
Geneva, 10 July 2024 – The World Spirits Alliance (WSA) has today launched a groundbreaking study that highlights the enormous economic impact of the global spirits industry. Conducted by Oxford Economics and the IWSR, the WSA Global Economic Impact Study reveals for the first time the sector’s crucial role in driving economic growth, generating significant tax […]
Pisco Chile joins the World Spirits Alliance
The new membership is an important step in the category’s internationalisation strategy of the this elite group of global spirits producers. Brussels/Santiago de Chile, 11 May 2023 – The Association of Producers of Pisco Chile A.G. has joined the World Spirits Alliance (WSA), the global association of distillers and producers of spirit drinks. Including the […]