Vintners' access to the American wine market: Do the world's most sophisticated wine consumers get what they want, or want what they get?

Wednesday, Jan. 28th - 10:00am - New York
The New York Palace Hotel, Henry Room

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Since 1995, John F. Beaudette has been President and CEO of MHW, Ltd. (formerly named Monsieur Henri Wines Ltd.), a national beverage alcohol import, distribution and service company located in Manhasset, New York. MHW provides US import and distribution services to wineries, breweries, and distilleries throughout the world.

From 1985 to 1994, Mr. Beaudette worked with PepsiCo Inc. and its affiliate company Monsieur Henri Wines in the distribution of Stolichnaya vodka and other wine and spirit brands. During this period, Mr. Beaudette held positions such as Director of Planning for PepsiCo Wines & Spirits Intl. and V.P of Finance & CFO of Monsieur Henri Wines Ltd.

Prior to joining PepsiCo, Mr. Beaudette was Manager of Accounting for Somerset Importers Ltd., US importers of Tanqueray and Johnnie Walker and other spirit brands. He currently sits on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Beverage Importers Inc. (NABI) in Washington DC, serving as Treasurer and a member of it's Executive Committee.