MIAMI, Oct. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Wine and Spirits of America, Inc., the largest wine and spirits distributor in the U.S., today announced it has appointed Bridget Albert, a 20-year industry veteran and James Beard honoree, to the new role of National Director of Education, Beam Suntory. As the first national director of education, Albert will lead the overall coordination of Beam Suntory brand knowledge including Jim Beam Bourbon, Maker`s Mark Whisky, Pinnacle Vodka, Midori Liquer, Sauza Tequila, among other well-known brands and compliance throughout the Southern Wine and Spirits of America enterprise.

`Beam Suntory is the world`s third-largest premium spirits company, and our brand portfolio includes many of the most recognizable names with the most storied history in the spirit industry,` said Philip Raimondo, senior manager, global brand education for Beam Suntory. 1We trust Bridget Albert`s industry experience, knowledge and passion, and we look forward to working with her to further educate the Southern Wine and Spirits sales force about the defining characteristics of each unique Beam Suntory brand.`

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