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14 / the tasting panel / august 2018 INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT Spencer Jensen Joins Jordan Vineyard & Winery as Western Regional Sales Director J ordan Vineyard & Winery, a family- owned producer of French-inspired Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon in California's Alexander Valley, announced the appointment of Spencer Jensen as its new Regional Sales Director for the western U.S. in July. Jensen, succeeding Nick Holmes, brings more than ten years of experience in luxury wine and spirits sales to the position. "Spencer's experience with luxury wines and natural talent for forming strong relationships make him a perfect fit for the Jordan team," says National Sales Director Brad Butcher. "We look forward to seeing his skills continue to grow the quality of distribution in the West." Glen Ivy Hot Springs in Corona, CA, Promotes Gaby Gooding G aby Gooding has been promoted to Beverage Manager for Glen Ivy Hot Springs in Corona, California. Gooding previ- ously held the position of Assistant Cafe Manager at Ivy Kitchen on the property. Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits Appoints Patrick Cassidy to Executive Vice President and General Manager of Florida S outhern Glazer's Wine & Spirits has appointed Patrick Cassidy to the position of Executive Vice President and General Manager of Florida effective July 1. In this role, Cassidy will oversee the company's performance in the Sunshine State. Cassidy replaces Gene Sullivan, who was recently promoted to President–East Region for Southern Glazer's. "I can't think of anyone better suited for this role," said Sullivan. "Patrick is a proven leader with more than two decades of experience at Southern Glazer's. I am confident that he will do a great job of building upon our success in Florida."